The Clayton Act of 1914 Was Significant Because

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Multiple Choice

The Clayton Act of 1914 was significant because:

• A) It explicitly exempts labor unions from the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890.
• B) It is the first legislation to give labor unions the right to exist.
• C) It outlawed all activities of unions, including organizing, picketing and striking.
• D) It was effective in protecting unions' rights to picket and strike.

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