Posted 9/5/2023, 12:15:00 PM

Workers are trying to unionize in greater numbers than expected in the Midwest

Unionization attempts in the central Midwest are increasing at a faster pace than expected, coming close to matching last year's high numbers, with high costs of living, organizing campaigns, and low unemployment rates contributing to the rise.

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