Discuss in detail the current “state of labor unions” in the United States?

The “state of labor unions” in the United States is currently in a state of decline. The decline in membership and power can be traced to many factors, including increased competition in the global market, technological changes, and automation.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the union membership rate has steadily declined since its peak of 35 percent in 1954. At the moment, 10.3 percent or 14 million workers out of a total population of 260 million are unionized. Right-to-work legislation has also been a major obstacle for unions, as it limits their ability to bargain and makes it hard for them negotiate better benefits or wages.

Many large corporations are also now moving towards contract or temporary labor instead of full-time workers as it reduces costs and gives them more flexibility in terms of job scheduling, etc.

Overall; the current state of labor unions is one that is characterized by declining numbers due mostly to external factors beyond anyone’s control. However there are still some glimmers of hope such as recent legislation like The Protecting The Right To Organize Act (PRO) which aims at strengthening existing labor laws and providing workers additional protection against employer interference/retaliation when joining a union.