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Do we need unions less now that there are ample employment laws protecting workers at both the federal and state levels?

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In my opinion, the need for unions has not decreased because there has been an increase in employment laws and various regulations that protect employees. While this has affected unions, it will not eliminate the need for unionism. Unions are involved in several different aspects of protecting union members that are outside of the scope of ...

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