Christian Labor Association

Trade union

This article is about the American trade union. For the Canadian trade union, see Christian Labour Association of Canada.

Christian Labor AssociationFounded| April 27, 1931

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The Christian Labor Association (CLA) is a trade union based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. It was founded on April 27, 1931, by members of the Christian Reformed Church of North America, a Protestant denomination associated with Calvinism.[1] It focuses on having a "balanced and inclusive approach to labor relations has provided dignity and respect for both employees and employers."

In 1938, the CLA described itself as "actively engaged in fighting all radicalism in industrial life and in labor organizations."[2]

As of 2020, the CLA is open to all who choose to affiliate with it, regardless of creed. It has locals in California, Michigan, and Minnesota.

## References

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1. ^ Repas, Bob (March 1964). "History of the Christian Labor Association". Labor History. 5 (2): 168–182. doi:10.1080/00236566408583943.
2. ^ "Dutch Church Union Opposing C.I.O". Times-News (Hendersonville, North Carolina). United Press. 31 August 1937. p. 4. Retrieved 10 April 2020.

## External links

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* Official website

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