Labor and Globalization

Discussion 3

Discuss each question in 1-2 paragraphs. Answer the questions in “answer and question format”, that is, when you are posting, include both the questions and your answers. Be sure to reply to at least one student’s post.

1. What are some challenges associated with working conditions in a globalized economy that effect US workers?

2. Explain the slave like conditions in the US Agricultural markets that impact immigration rights policy.

Discussion 4

Discuss each question in 1-2 paragraphs. Answer the questions in “answer and question format”, that is, when you are posting, include both the questions and your answers. Be sure to reply to at least one student’s post.

1. What is your opinion of unions?

2. What is your parents or a family member position of unions?

3. What position does most companies take on unions? How to they argue for or against them?

4. How do unions shape labor conditions? Also, why do you think union membership in the U.S. is so low?