Discussion #1

Most unions have opposed free trade agreements, such as NAFTA. On the other hand, most employer lobbying groups have supported such agreements.  What are the pros and cons of Free Trade Agreements from the viewpoint of the Employer, the Employee, and the Consumer?

How might you solve this conflict?   

Please explain using one reference to support your comments.

Discussion #2

Multinational corporations and transnational collective bargaining are becoming increasingly important topics of labor relations. Conduct your own research on transnational collective bargaining and provide an analysis of the similarities and differences between transnational collective bargaining  and collective bargaining in the US. 

Discussion #1

Most unions have opposed free trade agreements, such as NAFTA. On the other hand, most employer lobbying groups have supported such agreements.  What are the pros and cons of Free Trade Agreements from the viewpoint of the Employer, the Employee, and the Consumer?

How might you solve this conflict?   

Please explain using one reference to support your comments.

Discussion #2

Multinational corporations and transnational collective bargaining are becoming increasingly important topics of labor relations. Conduct your own research on transnational collective bargaining and provide an analysis of the similarities and differences between transnational collective bargaining  and collective bargaining in the US.