Voices of the Workers
Although several of the Teamsters’ demands have been met, the union is still pushing to raise wages for part-time workers at UPS, who earn a minimum of only $16.20 per hour. "These part-timers are working at poverty wages," Teamsters President Sean O'Brien said.
The employees' decision is historical because the region’s tourism industry hasn’t seen a strike in over 20 years. Tourism workers are some of the lowest paid in the region.
Mail theft is becoming a national problem and has alarmed members of Congress, postal unions, and postal police officers.
Around 90% of airline-contracted workers at Florida's largest airports report having zero paid sick days and other benefits.
In just a matter of days, José Santiago had to move and start a new life after losing his job in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.
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