In light of the successful unionization of the Amazon facility in Staten Island, NY, we can see the importance of unionization and the fight and success of the Black working class for better working conditions and a fair wage. Below, please find some important links on the important role unions play in working class life.
NOTE: This blog is compiled by (with the exception of the introductory comments and photographs) and reprinted with permission by Abdul Akailimat, PhD
A majority by 2032 https://www.epi.org/publication/the-changing-demographics-of-americas-working-class/
Lumber workers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUl-v86obCw
Farm workers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJTVF_dya7E
Office workers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jp6ZKSX_nk
Sailors and ship makers https://youtu.be/ejlNX5WSYuw
Auto workers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hGfZBaFHwo
Postal workers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghnVtJYtO_s
Domestic workers https://youtu.be/qKSi4RfREO4
Steel workers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hqj_pFyfku4
Coal mining workers https://wchstv.com/news/local/standing-united-living-divided-black-coal-miners-and-their-fight-for-justice