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Amazon Drivers Strike Right Before Christmas

In a bold move just days before Christmas, Amazon drivers across four states went on strike, aiming to pressure the e-commerce giant to address wage and benefit issues. Organized by the Teamsters union, the strike involves workers at seven facilities, including locations in Queens, Atlanta, and Skokie, Illinois. While the Teamsters claim to represent 7,000 Amazon-affiliated workers, Amazon disputes this, asserting the union lacks authority over its workforce.

The striking workers, employed by third-party contractors, argue that their roles are indistinguishable from Amazon employees, as they exclusively deliver Amazon packages in Amazon-branded vans. Despite these claims, Amazon maintains it has no obligation to negotiate, citing its non-employment relationship with the strikers.

“This is about basic benefits and wages,” said Luke Cianciotto, a driver from Skokie. “We’re working hard but can’t make ends meet.” The Teamsters, echoing similar grievances, accuse Amazon of prioritizing profits over people.

Amazon, however, downplays the strike's impact on holiday deliveries. Industry analysts agree, likening the disruption to a localized weather delay. Yet, the strike underscores broader tensions between Amazon and its workforce.

With Amazon's 2023 profits surpassing $39 billion, strikers demand a fairer share of the company's success. While the strike’s duration remains uncertain, its timing near the holiday rush highlights ongoing disputes over labor conditions and the union’s struggle for recognition. Whether this movement sways Amazon or its customers remains to be seen. See Clip

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