US East and Gulf Coast Ports Face Imminent Shutdown as Union Announces Intent to Strike
As I sit down to write in the wake of the announcement that the US East and Gulf Coast ports face an imminent shutdown due to a union strike, my mind is inundated with thoughts and questions about the potential impact of such a significant event. The idea that produce could be in low or no supply due to this strike is a troubling realization, especially considering the ripple effect it could have on the prices of essential goods for everyday consumers. It’s disheartening to think about the working class and the poor being disproportionately affected by less efficient ports, as they are the ones who rely heavily on the availability of produce and non-perishable items.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker