Figure D-2
Public-sector unions are good for women and African Americans: Both groups are strongly represented in the public sector
| Workforce | State and local government union workforce | Total private-sector workforce |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 58.3% | 46.7% |
| African Americans | 12.1% | 11.3% |
Source: Julia Wolfe and John Schmitt, A Profile of Union Workers in State and Local Government, Economic Policy Institute, June 2018.
Source: Julia Wolfe and John Schmitt, A Profile of Union Workers in State and Local Government, Economic Policy Institute, June 2018. EPI analysis of Current Population Survey Outgoing Rotation Group microdata.
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