Machinists prepare for lengthy stoppage

Machinists prepare for lengthy stoppage

Boeing factory workers in Renton, Washington are on strike, demanding higher pay. The strike is costing Boeing millions of dollars a day and could lead to a downgrade in their credit rating. Workers are finding ways to make ends meet during the strike, with some taking on side jobs. The high cost of living in…

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Boeing factory workers strike for first time since 2008 after overwhelmingly rejecting contract

Boeing factory workers strike for first time since 2008 after overwhelmingly rejecting contract

Boeing’s factory workers went on strike after rejecting a new labor contract, causing a halt in production of the company’s popular airplanes. The workers voted overwhelmingly against the tentative agreement, citing issues with discriminatory conduct and unfair labor practices. Boeing expressed disappointment in the decision and emphasized their commitment to reaching a new agreement. The…

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