No major business sector in the U.S. may be more resistant to worker efforts to unionize than the fast-food industry. But after a two-year effort, workers at a Burgerville restaurant in Portland, Oregon, became the first fast-food outlet to vote to form a union. This action could potentially set an important precedent as labor organizers press their case for better pay and working conditions at fast-food industry restaurant giants such as McDonald’s.
For this discussion forum, read this article regarding fast-food unions Answer the questions below and explain your reasoning. Burgerville Workers in Portland Successfully Form First Fast Food Union in US (vice.com)
- What, if any, are the potential advantages for the owners if the employees form a union?
- What, if any, are the potential disadvantages for the employees if they form a union?
- Would the widespread unionization of fast-food employees help or hurt the industry?
