>I was wondering why service industry unions, especially restaurants, are not
>more prevelent in the United States. I know there has been some success in
>San Francisco, but where else? It seems that since welfare reform is
>forcing people into these thankless positions there would be a good climate
>for unions. I would be interested in hearing comments about this, and
>would appreciate being steered toward some sources of information concerning
>service industry unions.
For one answer, see Liza Featherstone's article on McDonald's from LBO <http://www.panix.com/~dhenwood/McDonalds.html>. In a sentence, turnover is high and chain's like McD's will spend big bucks to crush any attempt.
Doug