In his visionary analysis, Charles Heckscher argues for "associational unionism," a model outside the tradition of American labor law. Rejecting the usual boundary between workers and management, Heckscher defines a genuinely new system of representation that encourages multilateral negotiation involving management, different groups of employees, and other interested parties, such as consumers or environmentalists. The New Unionism, a Twentieth Century Fund Book, was first published in 1988. This edition includes a new introduction by the author in which he reviews the significance of recent economic and political trends and addresses some of the criticisms of the concept of an associational union.

About the Author

Charles C. Heckscher is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Labor Studies and Employment Relations at Rutgers University.

Reviews

Labor educators, labor historians, and labor leaders will find this updated edition... of great interest. It is a thought- provoking book... which is certain to arouse both labor and management, conservatives and liberals.

* Labor Studies Journal *

Important and provocative.... Heckscher raises issues in such a way as to make both liberals and conservatives rethink what they believe about unions and their place in the American economic and social system.

* Political Science Quarterly *

Heckscher proposes a provocative new system under which U.S. industry could become more competitive while at the same time strengthening the nation's labor movement.... A highly readable book.

* Business Week *



Book Information
ISBN 9780801483578
Author Charles C. Heckscher
Format Paperback
Page Count 360
Imprint ILR Press
Publisher Cornell University Press
Weight(grams) 907g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 18mm