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Airport Workers at One the Busiest Hubs in the U.S. Just Went on Strike Days Ahead of Thanksgiving What to Know


Published on 2024-11-25 13:08:04 - Hubert Carizone, N@N
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  • Airport workers at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) went on strike Monday to protest "poverty wages" just as the busy Thanksgiving holiday week kicked off.

The article from Travel + Leisure discusses a strike by airport workers at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which took place on May 2, 2024. These workers, including baggage handlers, cabin cleaners, and wheelchair attendants, are employed by companies like Swissport and Paradies Lagardère. The strike was organized by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) to demand better wages, healthcare benefits, and paid leave. The workers are highlighting the disparity between their compensation and the profits made by the companies they work for, especially in light of the increased workload due to the post-COVID travel surge. The strike aims to pressure these companies into negotiating a fair contract that addresses these labor issues.

Read the Full Travel + Leisure Article at [ https://www.travelandleisure.com/airport-workers-at-charlotte-douglas-international-airport-strike-8751141 ]
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