Los Angeles-area labor unions face tough choices.

Daily News (Los Angeles, CA) | September 6, 2004 | Copyright

Byline: Rick Orlov

Sep. 6--After years of racking up one success after another, Los Angeles unions find themselves faced with new political challenges and a reassessment of where they stand as the nation celebrates the Labor Day holiday.

A declining blue-collar work force, an increased reliance on government and service industries for its new members and a disastrous grocery strike have contributed to a troubled and troubling situation for labor.

"As we sit here today in 2004, we face challenges -- significant challenges," said Miguel Contreras, ...

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