Episode 42: UFCW Local 770, Hazard Pay and The Struggle For Dignity

Episode #42 NotesPart 1: John Grant1:00 - How many workers does your union represent and in what industries?6:00 - Municipal hazard pay mandates and retail reaction.15:30 - On labor activism on the ground.18:00 - On well being of workers during COVID and the role of trade unions and their continuation of organizing.24:00 - Outside of a union, what can other folks in the food sector do to support workers?28:45 - Why are trade unions so important for workers in the retail sector?30:45 - Closing thoughts.Part 2: Maria Hernandez32:45 - Tell us about your career in the grocery industry and the types of jobs you’ve had.36:45 - What store do you work at and what’s your experience with the recent store closure?39:40 - How wide spread have store closures been?42:30 - How has retail changed in your 25 years of retail experience?45:40 - How have store closures been communicated to retail staff?46:30 - How has your union been involved with these closures?50:45 - What kind of support is the community showing to retail staff?52:00 - What would you ask listeners to do to support your cause?58:30 - Closing thoughts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.