Fewer workers are in traditional, full-time stable jobs while a growing number are in so-called contingent jobs, such as temporary or on-call positions, or are treated as independent contractors.Also, automation has replacedand continues to replace, many jobs traditionally performed by human beings.

1. How would you assess these trends from an employee and union perspective?
2. How would you assess these trends from an employer's perspective?

When framing your answers, please discuss both the potential benefits and costs of these trends for workers, unions, and employers.