Assignment task:
Based on recent social and economic trends, it can be argued that unions are a relic of the past, an anachronism that no longer has any place in the changing workplace of the 2000s. Do you agree? Why or Why not? Take into account the varied international labor markets and their impact.
In developing your response think about the threats/opportunities facing unions in the future and the role they may or may not play, If you agree with the statement, for example, what type of hurdle or challenge do you feel is most detrimental to union survival? What have been their main failing(s)? Conversely, if you disagree, what do unions do that give them relevance in today's society? What factors would be supportive of union survival or even growth?