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First time in 50 years, US port workers strike on east and gulf coasts

Deccan Herald

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The International Longshoremen's Association, representing about 45,000 dockworkers, initiated its first large-scale strike in 47 years — disrupting supply chains ahead of the holiday shopping season.
CNBC
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US port workers are on strike following the expiration of their labor contract Monday night.
Insider
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Main East Coast ports from Houston to Boston have been hit by the strike, with striking dockworkers demanding a 77% pay rise over six years.
Le Monde
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Yet if a strike were to keep ports closed until, say, November, about 150,000 trees might not arrive in time for the peak shopping season, imposing costs on National Tree and other businesses.
Voice Of America

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