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Started 2 January 2024

Would workers desire labor unions less if Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs guided distributing an economic basis for each individual? How? Why?

Would workers desire labor unions less if Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs guided distributing an economic basis for each individual? How? Why?

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Mehmet Emin Bekik
Inonu University
Of course, labor unions would want non-member workers to be granted fewer rights. Because the most important aim of unions today is mostly economic benefits. If you provide the same benefits to all workers, there will be no need for unions.
Colin Miller
Independent Researcher
that depends on the economic system, if capitalism of course you’ll need unions. It also assumes that there will no issues re how people and organsations are managed and ignores the social and political role that unions play.
Chuck A Arize
Texas A&M University – Commerce
If Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs guided the distribution of economic resources, workers might desire labor unions less because:
  1. Basic Needs Met: If employers effectively address physiological and safety needs (e.g., fair wages, job security), workers may feel less compelled to unionize for these essentials.
  2. Higher Needs Focus: With foundational needs satisfied, workers might prioritize self-actualization and belonging, potentially leading to greater satisfaction within existing organizational structures.
  3. Increased Employer Responsibility: If companies actively promote personal and professional growth, the perceived need for collective bargaining may diminish.
However, some workers might still seek unions to address inequities, ensure fair practices, or advocate for their higher-level needs, indicating that unions may still play a crucial role in advocating for workers' rights and interests.

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