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“A basic assumption shapes most Americans’ mindset about labor: the belief that the death of unions isn’t my problem because I’m not in a union. That assumption is wrong. Even if you aren’t a member, your pay is influenced by the strength or weakness of organized labor. The presence of unions sets off a wage race to the top. Their absence sets off a race to the bottom.”

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Eric Liu
Eric Liu

Eric Liu is a prominent writer and public intellectual, born in 1968. He has made substantial contributions to the fields of politics, culture, and social commentary. Liu's work often centers on the intersection of identity, community, and public service. more

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