Thursday brought news that the negotiations were concluding, and the final deal seems to includee a two-tier wage and benefits system. (There are actually two tiers in place, so this is a third tier of even lower-wage positions.) In two-tiered compensation deals, the existing workers are paid close to their current compensation, while new workers are paid less. A cap on raises and benefits compensation is also expected.
War! A price war to get back shoppers is expected.
After 17 Years of Striking, Pictsweet Workers Get Unionized
The Pictsweet workers in Ventura finally got their union. The UFW is now the recognized organizing unit. Read the story by Ginny Browne of SB Indymedia.
The Struggle Against Forever 21 for Worker's Back Pay Continues
Well over a year into their fight, they continue to struggle, this time in Santa Monica
