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Hilton union workers in Seattle strike during FIFA World Cup

Hilton union workers in Seattle strike during FIFA World Cup

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  • • Unionized workers at Embassy Suites by Hilton in Seattle strike over contract negotiations during FIFA World Cup.
  • • The strike by Unite Here! Local 8 workers began at 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, affecting hotel operations.
  • • Around 7,000 unionized workers in Washington and Oregon's hospitality industries are represented by Unite Here!

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Unionized employees at Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square are on strike over faltering contract negotiations during the FIFA Men's World Cup. The strike by Unite Here! Local 8 workers, the union that represents around 7,000 workers in Washington and Oregon's hospitality industries, began at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, per a news release Wednesday. Only unionized workers at ...

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