Workers here say the company shouldn't be able to force anyone to move. Workers are also striking against the company's attempt to subcontract work to outside companies. Verizon would like to outsource a wide range of jobs, from installation and repair to customer service. Violence baiting Verizon is continuing its campaign of violence baiting against the strike, aided by the major dailies in the city. Thousands of lines go down all the time, especially in the rain.
Rains knock out phone lines, especially in low lying flood areas.
But we surprised them. After the first week of the walkout the company has reportedly agreed to measures that would make it easier for workers in the wireless division to join the union. This concession was reported on August 11, a day after the 8,000-strong rally. As we go to press, no agreement has been reached on any of the other major issues, including subcontracting, mandatory overtime, benefit copayments, job security, and working conditions. Martin explained that although the workers didn't expect the strike to go this long, they had all saved money and began preparing for a possible showdown.