Date of Last Revision
2023-05-02 23:45:48
Major
Political Science - American Politics
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2017
Abstract
This study utilizes a multi-method research approach in order to explore the connections between union membership, laissez-faire economic policy, and income inequality in the United States. The findings suggest that declining rates of trade union density are found to be correlated with an increase in levels of income and economic inequality. Further, the implementation of laissez-faire policy and neoliberalism was found to play a role in creating conditions that exacerbate income inequality and the resulting political instability.
Research Sponsor
Dr. Ron Gelleny
First Reader
Dr. Phil Marcin
Second Reader
Dr. Terrence O'Sullivan
Recommended Citation
Bell, Zarek L., "The Impact of Union Membership and Economic Policy on Income Inequality in the UnitedStates" (2017). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 515.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/515