Labor Movements and Strikes Overview

The video discusses the 2021 Warrior Met Coal strike in Alabama, highlighting its significance as the longest strike in the state's history. It draws parallels to the 1902 anthracite coal strike, where President Theodore Roosevelt intervened to mediate between miners and owners, setting a precedent for federal involvement in labor disputes. The video emphasizes the ongoing struggle for workers' rights and the resurgence of labor movements in modern times, advocating for fair pay and safe working conditions.

What was the main reason for the 2021 strike at the Warrior Met Coal Mine?

• Technological advancements

• Safety issues

• Failed contract negotiations

• Environmental concerns

In the early 1900s, what was a significant risk faced by coal miners?

• Flooding

• Cave-ins and explosions

• Wild animal attacks

• Extreme weather conditions

What action did President Theodore Roosevelt threaten to take during the 1902 strike?

• Impose higher taxes on coal

• Nationalize the mines

• Close the mines permanently

• Increase coal imports

What was one outcome of the 1902 strike resolution?

• Closure of company-owned stores

• Recognition of the union

• A nine-hour workday

• A 20% pay raise

How did the 1902 strike influence union membership?

• It decreased significantly

• It led to a boom in enrollment

• It remained unchanged

• It caused a temporary decline

What role did the federal government play in labor disputes after the 1902 strike?

• It abolished unions

• It represented public interest

• It supported only the employers

• It remained neutral

What is a modern example of a successful labor strike mentioned in the video?

• Amazon warehouse workers

• Google employees

• Starbucks baristas

• John Deere workers

What does the canary in a bird cage pin symbolize?

• Environmental awareness

• Victory in labor rights

• Economic prosperity

• Technological advancement

What is a key theme of the modern labor movement?

• Protecting workers' rights

• Expanding global trade

• Increasing automation

• Reducing work hours

What does the video suggest about the cycle of labor struggles?

• It is predictable

• It is irrelevant

• It is ongoing

• It has ended