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In 1999, all measures of major work stoppages were at or
below the lowest levels previously recorded in the 53-year years of compiling
this data.
Unionized workers are benefitting from our historic
expansion and enjoying real wage gains. In addition, there is a trend towards
improved labor relations.
Seventeen major work stoppages began during the year, down
from 34 stoppages in 1998. As a result, the number of idle workers fell from
387,000 in 1998 to 73,000 workers in 1999.
Of the 17 major work stoppages that began in 1999, 12 were
in the private sector and five were in state and local government, all in
educational services.
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