Think about what you have learned about union activities in the 1800s. how did strikes benefit what unions wanted to achieve? list at least two arguments in support of the use of strikes.

A trade union or labour union is an organization of workers who have banded together to achieve common goals in key areas such as wages, hours, and working conditions, forming a cartel of labor. The trade union, through its leadership, bargains with the employer on behalf of union members.

Sample Response: Strikes enabled the workers to ask for demands as a group. Strikes could disrupt the national economy. Strikes were successful in winning concessions for workers. Strikes gave the workers publicity in the press. Strikes cost the company money in lost productivity and security.

* Change it up a bit in your own words

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