Labor unions advance in the South, prompting red states to pass laws countering union growth, requiring secret ballots and altering state incentives.

Labor unions advance in the South, prompting red states like Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee to pass laws countering the movement. New laws require secret ballots for union formation instead of the card check process, and companies risk losing state incentives if they voluntarily recognize unions. This comes as the South attracts foreign automakers with lucrative investments for years.