“…Melman explains how workplace democracy can, and why it should, be implemented in America. …”

“…Paying particular attention to political philosophy and theories of justice, the contributions focus on four themes: I. freedom, dignity, and human rights; II. distributive justice and exploitation; III. workplace democracy and self-determination; and IV. social inclusion."…”

“…To maintain a strong role of worker participation at the plant level, it is essential to overcome power struggles between trade unions and works councils and develop direct initiatives facilitating workplace democracy."…”

“…Doellgast traces the difference to stronger institutional supports for workplace democracy in Germany. However, these democratic structures were increasingly precarious, as managers in both countries used outsourcing strategies to move jobs to workplaces with lower pay and weaker or no union representation. …”

“…Strengthening the ICE regulations, therefore, could give a boost to workplace democracy. ‘Democracy in the Workplace’ presents evidence from France, Sweden and Germany. …”