Posts tagged free markets
SUNY Albany TPUSA chapter to host ‘Unionized Hot Dog Stand’ exploring effects of labor regulations
November 10, 2025 // Students will get to enjoy free hot dogs while taking part in a hands-on demonstration about the effects of labor regulations and unionization on small businesses. To make the lesson interactive, student organizers will “unionize” their own stand by implementing mock workplace rules, hosting collective bargaining sessions, and requiring symbolic dues payments. The goal is to show how increased labor regulations can drive up costs, reduce efficiency, and limit opportunities for workers and consumers alike.
OPINION STAR PARKER: Unions and Republicans
August 16, 2024 // According to a recent survey from Pew Research, 39 percent of union members are Republicans. Furthermore, when we examine the polling data, we see a disconnect between what voters think about unions and what workers are actually doing. Regarding the latter, the data is clear that fewer and fewer workers are joining unions.