Why were there so few strikes from 1942-1945?
A)Unions were too weak to strike.
B)Union members were afraid that their employers would move their factories to other countries.
C)It was considered unpatriotic to strike while we were at full-scale war.
D)Labor leaders were afraid that strikes would force financially weak employers out of business.

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It was considered unpatriotic to strike while the US was at full-scale war. Many unions and workers felt it was their duty to support the war effort and not disrupt production or morale. The government also strongly urged labor leaders and unions to avoid strikes during the war.

Why Were There So Few Strikes from 1942-1945