AFL and COI Working together For War Production

The transcript discusses a conference between America's two major labor unions, the AFL and CIO, aimed at resolving jurisdictional disputes. William Green, representing the AFL, pledges unity and commitment to the President, ensuring that AFL members will work diligently across America. Phillip Murray, CIO president, commits to the President that there will be no strikes in industries under CIO jurisdiction during the war, emphasizing their dedication to maintaining productivity.

What was the main goal of the conference held by America's two major labor unions?

• To plan a nationwide strike

• To eliminate jurisdictional disputes

• To increase membership

• To negotiate higher wages

Who represented the American Federation of Labor in pledging unity to the President?

• Samuel Gompers

• William Green

• John L. Lewis

• Phillip Murray

What does the American Federation of Labor hope to see flying in workplaces across America?

• The banner of their army

• The union's logo

• The flag of the United States

• A peace symbol

What commitment did the CIO make to the President of the United States?

• To increase wages

• To avoid any strikes during the war

• To recruit more members

• To support political campaigns

Who was the president of the CIO during the time of this commitment?

• John L. Lewis

• Phillip Murray

• William Green

• George Meany