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Book SynopsisAnalyzes organized labor's political activities, its coalitions with other interest groups, and its influence on voter turnout, election results, and votes in Congress. This book examines the effects of Sweeney's embrace of progressive causes and labor's increasing willingness to challenge Democrats who vote against labor's interests.
Trade ReviewA must read. -- Marick F. Masters Journal of Labor Research Francia's book should be read by all. -- Gerald Friedman Labor History
Table of ContentsPreface 1. Introduction 2. A Different Direction for Organized Labor? 3. Strength in Numbers: Organizing and Mobilizing Union Members 4. Countering Business: Union Campaigning in Congressional Elections 5. The Air War: The AFL-CIO Advertising Campaign 6. Laboring for a "Working Family" Agenda 7. Conclusion: The Significance of Union Renewal 8. Postscript: The 2004 Election Appendix Notes References Index
