2023: The Year that Unions Went on Strike
The UIAA Speaker Series is a chance for Illinois Alumni to continue learning after college and stay up-to-date on Illini news.
The UIAA Speaker Series is a chance for Illinois Alumni to continue learning after college and stay up-to-date on Illini news.
In this recording from our Alumni College webinar, LER Alumni Professor Michael LeRoy explores the notable surge in union strikes throughout 2023 and their significant impact on the economy. The discussion covers the motivations behind these strikes—from the entertainment industry’s efforts to secure protections against AI misuse and equitable compensation in the streaming era, to major labor movements by UPS drivers, autoworkers, and healthcare professionals seeking higher wages and better conditions. Reflecting on a transformative period akin to the 1930s and 1940s, this session highlights ongoing instability and unrest in labor relations.
