Abstract
For the better part of a century, labor unions thrived in the United States. In the mid-twentieth century, labor unions were a significant piece of the fabric that made up the middle class. Early on, labor unions were an absolute necessity to bring regulation the tyrannical owners in the country. Over time however, labor unions have lost much of their desirability. After looking at a brief history of how labor unions have regressed to their current state, this paper discusses various benefits of labor unions, different factors that are causing the decline of labor union appeal, and possible ideas that could bring strength back to the unions. This synopsis will provide a succinct understanding of where labor unions are today and what might bring some revitalization to what has been a long, slow decline.