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"By tricking you into thinking of yourself as a "consumer" who benefits from low prices, they get you to stop thinking of yourself as a worker who suffers from low wages."
The last election was lost to consumers, not citizens. @pluralistic calls to unionize for a general (heck, global) strike in 2028. We desperately need one to break the backs of big tech/business robber barons. We probably needed it yesterday.
Strike success! Boeing machinists successfully negotiated a 38% pay rise over four years, a $12k bonus, and increased 401(k) match by going on strike.
When workers stand together, they fight for better working conditions from a position of strength. #Unionize!
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Boeing strike ends as machinists accept contract offer with 38% pay increase
The contract promises a 38% pay increase over four years and an increased 401(k) match. The striking workers rejected two previous contract offers., USA TODAY (USA TODAY)