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Union Workers Stand Firm on Contract Demands

Union workers are now seeking to “catch up” with their nonunion counterparts, demanding higher wages.

Dominic CatacorabyDominic Catacora
June 23, 2023
in Workforce
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Union Workers Stand Firm on Contract Demands

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What’s going on:     

Union workers across various industries in the United States are becoming more assertive in their contract demands, rejecting deals negotiated by union leaders with employers.  

The increased frustration stems from stagnant pay, high healthcare costs, insufficient sick time, and uncertain scheduling, according to Reuters. Employees from aerospace supplier Spirit AeroSystems, American and United airlines, CNH Industrial, Deere & Co, and freight rail laborers have all reportedly turned down contracts. 

Why it matters:     

The refusal of these contracts highlights the increasing discontent among unionized workers who are aiming for substantial wage hikes amid high inflation rates.  

The worker shortage helped unions in the U.S. to mitigate the effects of inflation, according to Reuters. However, union workers are now seeking to “catch up” with their nonunion counterparts. This trend could potentially reshape the labor market as employees demand better compensation and working conditions.

How it’ll impact the future:       

As more union workers reject unsatisfactory deals, employers may be forced to offer better terms to retain their workforce. This could result in a whole array of redefined contract terms including higher wages, improved benefits, and more flexible scheduling for workers. 

As union workers continue to push for better contracts across a variety of industries, other businesses may follow suit, leading to a ripple effect across the U.S.

Source: Reuters
Tags: Work-life
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Dominic Catacora

Dominic Catacora

Dominic Catacora is a Staff Writer for Allwork.space. He is based in Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated from Radford University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Media Studies - Journalism. He has previously covered the Historic Triangle as a journalist living in Williamsburg, Va, and is now focused on writing related to the future of work.

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