In their mission to bring the strikers to their knees, they hit union members and their families at the core; targeting first their livelihood, followed by their homes, medical care, and civil rights. Even during a natural disaster, the Phelps Dodge Corporation failed to assist the community even though they were neighbors living in a remote location where help was limited. The reckless and intentional actions of Phelps Dodge put lives in jeopardy time and time again. Miners and their families reacted, as any of us would, with intense emotional, unity and fight.
Consequences
Trailing behind conflict, there is always consequences. After an examination of the Arizona Miner Strike, the devastation left by this conflict is obvious. The Miners, …show more content…
And how would that change have affected the outcome? Tension and emotions were high throughout the strike. The presence of these elements make the handling of such a conflict even more difficult. There are a few changes to the process that I believe would have improved the end result for both parties involved. To begin with, Phelps Dodge should have operated on good faith as their opponents were. Their decision to deceive the union broke any trust the members had for Phelps Dodge and the negotiating process. Furthermore, as violence crept in and escalated, each party should have taken a step back to reevaluate their position and pull in the reigns. However, I will say that I don’t think Phelps Dodge cared about the escalation. They were so narrowed on their primary focus, which was to bring down the union. I don’t believe they gave much thought to what they did to achieve that goal. Furthermore, as Phelps Dodge portrayed the union members and their wives as violent troublemakers and violation of civil liberties introduced themselves, I believe the union should have hired a publicist. Perhaps there were not funds for this, but it would have shifted public opinion in their favor and put pressure on Phelps Dodge and the government offices aiding their …show more content…
The damage left in the aftermath is long lasting. Lives are forever altered. Through all the trials and tribulations, the suffering and sacrifice, there were no winners in the outcome. Each side experienced loss. “Transformation negotiates both solutions and social change initiatives” (Lederach, 2003, p. 39). Conflict transformation would have benefited the participants of this conflict and created a solid foundation in the relationship moving
Consequences
Trailing behind conflict, there is always consequences. After an examination of the Arizona Miner Strike, the devastation left by this conflict is obvious. The Miners, …show more content…
And how would that change have affected the outcome? Tension and emotions were high throughout the strike. The presence of these elements make the handling of such a conflict even more difficult. There are a few changes to the process that I believe would have improved the end result for both parties involved. To begin with, Phelps Dodge should have operated on good faith as their opponents were. Their decision to deceive the union broke any trust the members had for Phelps Dodge and the negotiating process. Furthermore, as violence crept in and escalated, each party should have taken a step back to reevaluate their position and pull in the reigns. However, I will say that I don’t think Phelps Dodge cared about the escalation. They were so narrowed on their primary focus, which was to bring down the union. I don’t believe they gave much thought to what they did to achieve that goal. Furthermore, as Phelps Dodge portrayed the union members and their wives as violent troublemakers and violation of civil liberties introduced themselves, I believe the union should have hired a publicist. Perhaps there were not funds for this, but it would have shifted public opinion in their favor and put pressure on Phelps Dodge and the government offices aiding their …show more content…
The damage left in the aftermath is long lasting. Lives are forever altered. Through all the trials and tribulations, the suffering and sacrifice, there were no winners in the outcome. Each side experienced loss. “Transformation negotiates both solutions and social change initiatives” (Lederach, 2003, p. 39). Conflict transformation would have benefited the participants of this conflict and created a solid foundation in the relationship moving