Amazon drivers are hitting the picket lines in four states just days before Christmas, but the company insists that your holiday deliveries won’t be affected. Workers represented by the Teamsters Union are striking at seven facilities, highlighting low wages and a lack of benefits.
Although the Teamsters claim to represent around 7,000 workers, that’s less than 1% of Amazon’s workforce in the U.S.
Drivers shared their struggles, stating many can’t afford gifts for their own families this year. Amazon disputes the Teamsters’ claims, arguing that the drivers aren’t their employees despite delivering their packages.
The strike kicked off early Thursday in Queens, New York, and has spread to places like Illinois and California.
The union is pushing for change, hoping to pressure Amazon by striking during the busy, busy holiday season. But it’s unclear how long this action will last. As of now, the situation is still developing.
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