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California Debates Future of Uber, Lyft Drivers - December 7, 2019

from Historic California News · host Mike O'Sullivan

Episode Number 48 - Original Airdate: December 7, 2019California Debates Future of Uber, Lyft DriversRide-share companies such as Uber and Lyft have changed transportation in hundreds of cities around the world, allowing people with vehicles to earn money as drivers and giving commuters an alternative means of travel. But are ride share drivers independent contractors or company employees? The issue is being debated in California, and a new law intended to settle the matter may raise as many questions as it answers.This episode of Historic California News was originally broadcast on Voice of America on December 7, 2019, and was produced and reported by West Coast Bureau Chief, Mike O'Sullivan in Los Angeles. This content is provided for historic and educational purposes, and is not monetized in any way.#voa #mikeosullivan #la #losangeles #sharingeconomy #rideshare #uber #lyft #alternativetravel #california #historicnews #historiccalifornianews #voiceofamerica

Episode Number 48 - Original Airdate: December 7, 2019California Debates Future of Uber, Lyft DriversRide-share companies such as Uber and Lyft have changed transportation in hundreds of cities around the world, allowing people with vehicles to earn money as drivers and giving commuters an alternative means of travel. But are ride share drivers independent contractors or company employees? The issue is being debated in California, and a new law intended to settle the matter may raise as many questions as it answers.This episode of Historic California News was originally broadcast on Voice of America on December 7, 2019, and was produced and reported by West Coast Bureau Chief, Mike O'Sullivan in Los Angeles. This content is provided for historic and educational purposes, and is not monetized in any way.#voa #mikeosullivan #la #losangeles #sharingeconomy #rideshare #uber #lyft #alternativetravel #california #historicnews #historiccalifornianews #voiceofamerica

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