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Costco Unionized Workers Authorize Strike, Demanding Stronger Contract

Costco Unionized Workers Authorize Strike, Demanding Stronger Contract
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  • Union workers at Costco may strike by January 31 for better terms.
  • Teamsters union represents 18,000 Costco employees in the U.S.
  • 85% of union workers voted to authorize potential strike action.
  • Demands include higher wages and expanded employee benefits.
  • CEO Ron Vachris emphasizes fair negotiations with union.
  • Union held practice pickets in New York and California.
  • Important talks scheduled to continue with Costco next week.
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