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Robert Anthony Bruno is a Professor in the School of Labor and Employment Relations at the University of Illinois. He also serves as Director of the Labor Education Program and holds affiliate roles in the Center for Social & Behavioral Science and the Center for Global Studies. His research focuses on labor relations, union dynamics, electoral politics, and social policy, with particular attention to issues affecting the middle and working classes. Bruno has contributed to over 48 scholarly works, including books, articles, and technical reports analyzing topics such as union impact on voter turnout, pandemic-era labor policies, and the evolving nature of work.
He has received notable awards including the LERA Fellow designation (2018) and the UALE Outstanding Contribution Award (2012). His recent work explores labor movements' responses to AI and automation, the state of U.S. labor ahead of presidential elections, and the legacy of the 2019 Chicago teachers' strike. Bruno frequently engages in public commentary through media appearances, addressing contemporary labor challenges and policy implications.
His academic contributions span interdisciplinary collaborations, reflecting his roles in multiple university centers. Bruno’s research emphasizes actionable policy insights, as seen in his analysis of Illinois’ paid sick leave mandates and pandemic-related workplace standards.
