Disintegrating Democracy at Work: Labor Unions and the Future of Good Jobs in the Service Economy
In Disintegrating Democracy at Work, Virginia Doellgast investigates labor unions' efforts to preserve good jobs in the service economy. The book explores how workplace democracy is eroding and what unions can do to counteract these trends, offering vital perspectives on labor's future in a changing economic landscape.
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Disintegrating Democracy at Work delves into the role of labor unions in shaping the future of employment within the service economy. The book addresses the evolving dynamics between workers and management in an era of precarious jobs.
Virginia Doellgast analyzes how union strategies influence job quality and workplace democracy. It highlights the tensions arising from economic shifts that prioritize flexibility over stability.
The discussion focuses on practical implications for policy and organizing efforts to protect workers' rights. Through this lens, the book offers insights into sustaining good jobs amid broader societal changes.
Overall, it provides a critical examination of labor's position in modern economic structures, emphasizing the need for renewed democratic practices at work.
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