Staten Island Amazon Workers Join Nationwide Strike: 'Will Not Be Stopped'
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Staten Island Amazon Workers Join Nationwide Strike: 'Will Not Be Stopped'

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Summary:

  • Staten Island Amazon workers joined a nationwide strike.

  • Thousands of workers across the US are demanding better wages, benefits, and working conditions.

  • The Teamsters union claims Amazon ignored a negotiation deadline.

  • Amazon denies the Teamsters' representation and accuses them of illegal activities.

  • The strike highlights widespread worker dissatisfaction with alleged exploitation and abuse.

Staten Island Amazon Workers Join Historic Nationwide Strike

Amazon warehouse workers on Staten Island joined a nationwide strike, escalating the conflict between the retail giant and the Teamsters union. The strike, now in its second day, involves thousands of workers across the US demanding fair treatment, including higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions.

<img src="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxbusiness.com/foxbusiness.com/content/uploads/2024/12/931/523/amazon-strike-2.jpg?ve=1&tl=1" alt="Amazon workers strike outside warehouse building">

The Teamsters union, representing approximately 10,000 Amazon workers at 10 US locations, claims Amazon ignored a December 15th deadline for contract negotiations. The union asserts that the movement is growing and "will not be stopped." Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien emphasized the courage required to confront big corporations. He criticized Amazon executives for using "lies, threats and intimidation."

<img src="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxbusiness.com/foxbusiness.com/content/uploads/2024/12/931/523/obrien-teamsters-strike.jpg?ve=1&tl=1" alt="Teamsters President Sean O'Brien on strikes">

Amazon denies the Teamsters represent a significant portion of its workforce, stating the union is "intentionally misleading the public" and engaging in illegal activities. The company also claims the strike will not impact its operations.

<img src="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxbusiness.com/foxbusiness.com/content/uploads/2024/12/931/523/wnyw-amazon-stirke-1.jpg?ve=1&tl=1" alt="Amazon State Island Teamsters strike">

The Teamsters counter that the strike reflects widespread worker dissatisfaction with exploitation and abuse, citing the successful organization of over 20 bargaining units representing nearly 9,000 employees. The dispute continues, with both sides presenting contrasting narratives.

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