Thousands of Amazon workers across more than 20 countries will protest and strike during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, demanding improved worker rights, fair wages, and stronger climate action from the company. This coordinated effort, spearheaded by the Make Amazon Pay campaign, involves over 80 unions and activist groups. Protests will target Amazon’s practices regarding worker organization, tax contributions, and environmental sustainability. The campaign highlights concerns about worker safety and pay, with actions planned in major cities globally. Amazon maintains it offers competitive pay and benefits, while also emphasizing its commitment to renewable energy.
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A US judge recently struck down a Biden administration rule aimed at expanding overtime pay eligibility for millions of American workers. This decision has sparked significant outrage and highlights the ongoing debate surrounding fair wages and worker protections in the United States.
The core of the controversy centers on the judge’s ruling, which effectively reverses the expansion of overtime pay eligibility. Previously, salaried employees earning less than a certain threshold were eligible for overtime pay. The Biden administration’s rule raised this threshold significantly, meaning far more salaried workers would qualify for overtime compensation. This alteration aimed to improve the financial well-being of countless individuals, particularly those in lower-paying salaried positions.… Continue reading
As a resident of Washington state, I was thrilled to hear about the recent passage of the Strippers’ Bill of Rights bill. Finally, stripping professionals are receiving the protections and rights they deserve in the workplace. The new law mandates training for employees, ensures security measures are in place, and allows for alcohol to be served at clubs — all crucial steps in creating a safer and fairer environment for adult entertainers.
It’s truly a sign of progress that legislators are recognizing strippers as workers who deserve the same rights and protections as any other labor force. It’s refreshing to see the focus shifting towards ensuring the safety and well-being of those in the adult entertainment industry, which has often been overlooked and stigmatized in our society.… Continue reading
As a Wisconsin resident, I was intrigued by the recent decision by the Supreme Court of Wisconsin to uphold the ruling that declared Amazon drivers to be employees. This ruling sheds light on a prevalent issue that exists not only in Wisconsin but all over the country – the misclassification of employees as independent contractors. It is absurd that there are individuals who are clearly performing the duties of an employee but are being treated as contractors, depriving them of the protections and benefits that come with being an employee.
Reading about the first-hand experiences of individuals who work as Amazon delivery drivers only solidifies the fact that these individuals should be classified as employees.… Continue reading
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