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Mostly Economics Podcast #10: The changing landscape of who and how we organize unions with Richard Freeman

Mostly Economics Podcast #10: The changing landscape of who and how we organize unions with Richard Freeman

Update: 2025-07-03
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Dean Baker sits down with renowned economist Richard Freeman to explore the multifaceted role of unions-not only in securing higher wages and better working conditions, but also in empowering workers with a collective voice and boosting workplace productivity. The conversation also delves into the recent wave of unionization among graduate students and post-docs, highlighting the broader implications for the academic workforce.


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Mostly Economics Podcast #10: The changing landscape of who and how we organize unions with Richard Freeman

Mostly Economics Podcast #10: The changing landscape of who and how we organize unions with Richard Freeman