The United Mine Workers (UMW) is a labor union that represents coal miners in the United States. It was founded in 1890 and has played a significant role in fighting for fair wages, safer working conditions, and other benefits for its members.
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Collective Bargaining: The process where representatives of workers negotiate with management over terms of employment such as wages, hours, benefits, etc.
Appalachian Region: A geographic area encompassing parts of eastern United States known for its rich deposits of coal; many UMW members come from this region.
John L. Lewis: A prominent leader who served as the President of the United Mine Workers for several decades and played a key role in advancing workers' rights.