UPS Teamsters: Raised Expectations Outpace Gains
United Parcel Service (UPS) Teamsters have achieved significant gains in their latest contract negotiations, including the largest wage boost in decades, the elimination of the second tier of drivers, and an end to forced sixth workdays. However, while some workers are satisfied with the deal, others feel that their raised expectations have outpaced the gains made. They believe that the union should have demanded even more and are already brainstorming higher demands for the next contract fight. Additionally, UPS workers are passionate about addressing the company's routine disrespect and abuse of workers, including surveillance, speedup, and harassment, which they feel should be addressed alongside monetary gains.