JOURNAL ARTICLE

Book Review: Clean Air and Good Jobs: U.S. Labor and the Struggle for Climate Justice. By Todd E. Vachon.

  • Published In: ILR Review, 2024, v. 77, n. 3. P. 461 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Davidson, Brendan 3 of 3

Abstract

In "Clean Air and Good Jobs: U.S. Labor and the Struggle for Climate Justice" by Todd E. Vachon, the author provides an accessible and informative account of the labor-climate movement (LCM) in the United States. The book explores the sociopolitical context, composition, and goals of the LCM, which consists of climate activists within the labor movement advocating for climate mitigation policies. Vachon examines the major causes of opposition to and support for environmental measures by labor unions, using historical examples and interviews with leaders in the movement. The book also explores the varying collective action frames and tactics adopted by LCM organizations, as well as the influence of broader political contexts on their strategies. Overall, "Clean Air and Good Jobs" offers valuable insights into the relationship between the labor movement and environmental issues, shedding light on the complexities and opportunities for change in the pursuit of climate justice. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:ILR Review. 2024/05, Vol. 77, Issue 3, p461
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0019-7939
  • DOI:10.1177/00197939231181084
  • Accession Number:176861787
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