Confessions of a union buster book

The union could not legally be on the employers property, so it was always in the position of responding to levitts attack. Another old book but valuable for those who dont know to what degree corporations will go to in order to fight unions is a book by nathan shefferman, the man in the middle written in 1961. May not include supplemental items like discs, access codes, dust jacket, etc. The original as well as the authorized reprint titled a union buster confesses less expensive and available in kindle too is a goldmine of facts for anyone who wants to see the seldom discussed practice of union busting. Confessions of a union buster marty jay levitt, terry conrow on. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of confessions and what it means. Since employers are trying to do everything they can to reduce union support, potential penalties are viewed as worth the risk. Later, as cleveland mobsters became dominant union figures, levitt became a resourceful opponent. For anyone who believes that their company is trying to educate them about unions should first read this book. Contributorterry conrow and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. When the 17yearold levitt found teamster goons knocking his uncle around in his fathers cleveland comicbook distributorship, he fetched his fathers gun and held it on four of the hoodlums until the cops arrived. If you choose to buy from amazon through this link, brightlight books earns a small portion of your purchase price at.

The emergence of unionbusting as an industry is a relatively new phenomenon and is described in martin levitts book confessions of a union buster. Confessions of a union buster, by martin jay levitt, crown publishers inc. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. He explains in this video how he did it and how most labor relations consultants or human resources consultants are continuing to do it. Confessions of a union buster by martin jay levitt, 1993, crown publishers edition, in english 1st ed. Confessions of a union buster has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Marty levitt is the author of confessions of a union buster 3. Union busting tactics can refer to both legal and illegal activities, and can range anywhere from subtle to violent. He also examines his life and details his descent into alcoholism and depression. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published.

Union busting tactics video download our leosu union. Buy confessions of a union buster 1 by martin jay levitt, terry conrow isbn. The union knew that a union buster was at work, but levitt kept the initiative and was there every day. An authorized, complete, reprint of confessions of a union buster. This book took forever to read because of all the personal fluff crap about marty levitts sad little life dispersed throughout. Confessions of a union buster book by martin jay levitt. Marty levitt special presentation about the role of the union buster. This is the complete reprint of confessions of a union buster at a better price than used. Prior to the emergence of the unionavoidance industry, practitioners were mainly goon squads also used for strikebreaking.

He had questions planted in a suggestion box for the supervisors to answer or for spies to ask at a union meeting. Bright light books confessions of a union buster book. There isnt a practicing union buster who cant be successful if he doesnt break the law routinely, he says. Confessions of a union buster by martin levitt it can be had on amazon, but since it is out of print, it can only be purchased used at a reasonable price. If you want to know how far corporate america wants to restrict their employees rights under federal law to have a union, read this book. The most interesting parts of this book are levitts accounts of unionbusting campaigns. Despite all the garbage about levitts alcoholism, ruined personal life, etc. He tried in his book to ascribe all his dirty deeds to everyone who represented management.

His book is full of his exploits as a union buster and the damage he created. Welcome to airline pilot forums connect and get the inside scoop on airline companies if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq. Union busting is a range of activities undertaken to disrupt or prevent the formation of trade unions or their attempts to grow their membership in a workplace. Levitt wrote an autobiography about his journey for forgiveness at every union hall for his past as a union buster. Confessions of a union buster by martin jay levitt, marty levitt, terry c. Unionbusting consultants often advise employers to delay every step of the way, and find loopholes in the law to delay union elections or contract negotiations. Confessions of a union buster by martin jay levitt, terry. Click the button below to open another tab and view available offers from. Martin jay levitt joined the unionbusting business in.

Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans. Readers are left with no doubt that the typical union buster is as sleazy in his personal life as in his work. A campaign against a union is an assault on individuals and a war on truth. Confessions of a union buster martin jay levitt, author, marty levitt, author, terry c. Confessions of a union buster by martin jay levitt, 1993, crown publishers edition, in english. His book confessions of a union buster is, in part, his attempt to exorcise a past he is not particularly proud of by laying it open for public inspection. Now hes repentant and telling tales in a book hes just finishing, a dirty business. Union busting is a field populated by bullies and built on deceit. Terry conrow a former union buster exposes the dirty tricks that elevated him to the top of his profession and that have transformed the war on organized labor into a billiondollarsperyear industry. Reviewed by michael costa its not a new tome but the threat for australian unions remains the same if not greater as when this book appeared five years ago. This book is the story of a man who has decided to come in. Marty levitt author of confessions of a union buster. He is well respected and is considered an expert in union busting and even has wrote a book on the subject which i have enclosed.

Confessions of a unionbuster, part 1, fear learn the truth about how and why companies hire union busters and engage in union busting tactics in an effort to destroy union organizing campaigns. Every union member, organizer, or those who seek to be heard by management should understand the methods, some illegal, companies will use to stifle your right to organize. In confessions of a union buster, soon to be published by crown books, martin jay levitt recounts his 20year career as a pinkertoninpinstripes who subsidized a spectacular and turbulent life. The only way to bust a union is to lie, distort, manipulate, threaten, and always, always attack. Union busting tactics law enforcement officers security. Fran poe martin was a union buster who executed union busting campaigns in more than 250 businesses across america. Join our community today and start interacting with existing members. Learn more about the billiondollar union busting industry commonly called union avoidance or union free.

A former union buster exposes the dirty tricks that elevated him to the top of his profession and that have transformed the war on organized labor into a billiondollarsperyear industry. Confessions of a union buster 1993 edition open library. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The words come not from a union official, but a former unionbuster martin jay levitt, whose 1993 book confessions of a union buster should be required reading for every rankandfile. Martin jay levitt was a union buster who won more than 200 organizing campaigns. Confessions of a union buster archives jernigan law firm.