Jocelyn Vargas, another SF warehouse worker, emphasised the essential nature of their work: "We handle thousands of packages every day. We are essential workers, and it's time Amazon treats us that way."
The movement has gained further momentum from the Amazon Labor Union's recent vote to affiliate with the Teamsters, approved by 98.3% of members. Currently, Amazon Teamsters from Palmdale and Skokie, Illinois, are on strike and extending their picket lines to facilities across the country.
Amazon had previously attempted to distance itself from direct employment responsibility for its drivers through its Delivery Service Partner (DSP) programme. However, the recent NLRB ruling means the company must now recognise and bargain with the Teamsters at any DSP where a majority of workers choose union representation.
The move represents a significant shift in labor relations at one of the world's largest employers and could signal broader changes in how major corporations engage with workforce organisation efforts.
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