Letter from the editor.

• Author: Rebhun, Elliot

Globalization has had a tremendous impact on the U.S. economy. As the nation's manufacturing base has shrunk, labor unions have experienced significant declines in both membership and political influence. Our cover story examines the history of the labor movement and the challenge it faces in convincing workers that unions are still relevant.

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