The end to the long strike showed how far Mexico has moved toward that goal.
Many union members predicted a long strike, remembering that their last one, in 1981, continued for 22 days.
Following a long strike in the 1980s, the mills shut down, and with them went most of the jobs.
He was jailed for two years following a long strike.
So could Joe have played that game and, say, sat out a long strike with his teammates?
Both sides say they are prepared for a long strike.
So the family feels ready for a very long strike.
But the union's president said that anything less would be inadequate, even if a long strike resulted.
Even at some larger companies, a long strike could pose problems.
A long strike could take a significant toll on union and management.