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    Op-ed / Commentary ● Labor Unions

    Business costs are increasing, and unions are not helping. Here’s what employers need to know.

    October 13, 2026 // Business expenses are rising, and while unions have historically improved wages and working conditions, increased unionization has added further challenges to controlling business costs. Union membership hit a 16-year high in 2025, driven largely by growing interest among younger and minority workers, and continued growth could increase the costs of goods and services we frequently use. Businesses offering a safe and productive working environment, along with competitive pay structures, will reduce the need for organized labor and its associated costs.

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