Gloria, an active member of a local union and an employee of Bargello Inc., is elected as the first-line representative of Bargello's unionized workers. She discusses the grievances of the employees with their supervisors and represents employees at the workplace. Gloria plays the role of an elected _____.
A) union leader
B) union officer
C) union steward
D) business agent

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A union steward is an elected representative of unionized workers who serves as a liaison between employees and union leadership. They handle grievances, negotiate with management, and represent employees in disciplinary hearings. The other options (A, B, and D) may also be roles within a union, but they don't accurately describe the specific duties and responsibilities of a first-line representative like Gloria.

Gloria, an Active Member of a Local Union and an Employee