In the early 1800s,
A) craft unions had a strong influence over employers.
B) unions were often viewed as criminal conspiracies.
C) unions and union members were protected by common law.
D) unions were not necessary because there were few industrial jobs.

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During the early 1800s, unions were often viewed as criminal conspiracies and faced harsh legal opposition, making it difficult for them to have a strong influence over employers or be protected by common law. This began to change in the mid-1800s with the growth of the labor movement and the recognition of workers' rights.

In the Early 1800s