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Blanc argues that the current imbalance of power between labor and management in the U.S. can only be changed, for the better, with large-scale, coordinated organizing efforts rooted in the rank-and-file. His most detailed case focuses on Starbucks.

But local governments - cities and counties - are stepping up to advocate for workers.

The Washington Bulb Company has agreed to the demands of workers after a three-day strike.