The idea that employees should, by statute, sit on the Board of Directors, i.e., engage in management policy making, is a concept alien to the American culture. The concept is popular in Europe and, therefore, some knowledgeable persons believe it will soon be part of the U.S. scene. This paper recognizes the European success but identifies reasons why acceptance in the U.S. is not likely in the foreseeable future. Some reasons are: lack of class struggle in the U.S., emphasis on individualism in America, and little support by union leaders.
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