North American Unions in the Global Economy
North American unions originated when groups of workers stood together against tyrant employers. ... Upon formation unions revitalized the workplace and resultantly the presence of unions in North American workplaces has had a profound effect on the global economy. Nowadays, with the onset of globalization and increased international trade North American unions protect the jobs of North American workers. ... As the global economy becomes more and more diverse so should the makeup of the working population. Unions protect the worker from such atrocities of racism, sexism, and harassment in the workplace.