History of the United States II / Unit 11 USH2 1540 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Wagner Act
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The idea
The National Labor Relations Act, signed on July fifth, nineteen thirty-five, guaranteed workers the right to organise unions and bargain collectively, the National Archives records.
In practice
The National Labor Relations Board, empowered to prohibit unfair labour practices by employers.
Where people slip
Named for its sponsor, Senator Robert Wagner of New York. The anchor says it began labour's political support for the Democratic Party.
Your place on the trail
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