Thomas has worked in a factory for many years. He is now considering leading a strike for better working conditions. What changes inspired Thomas and others to join in the early labor movements? Responses Factory workers were being forced to produce more products faster, and even with the increased pay, the workers were unhappy. Factory workers were being forced to produce more products faster, and even with the increased pay, the workers were unhappy. The rules at the factories were very lax and many workers were lazy, they came to work late and took many breaks. The rules at the factories were very lax and many workers were lazy, they came to work late and took many breaks. Many factory workers are being hurt or killed in factory and machine accidents. Many factory workers are being hurt or killed in factory and machine accidents. Many workers wanted to work more hours so they could earn better wages to support their families