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Harold J. Laski: “Granted, therefore, the normal conditions of modern enterprise, only the existence of strong trade unions will ensure to…”

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Granted, therefore, the normal conditions of modern enterprise, only the existence of strong trade unions will ensure to the average worker just terms in his contract of service.
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Harold J. Laski

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Laski emphasizes the importance of strong trade unions for workers' rights.

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