In a historic move, members of SEIU Local 721 representing 55,000 workers staged a two-day strike over disputes regarding contract negotiations. This marks the first time in Los Angeles County’s history that all members of the union have participated in a strike. The walkout affected various public services, including libraries and health clinics, and highlighted grievances over perceived pay inequities and numerous labor law violations by county officials. Union leaders emphasized the significance of their cause, as tensions continue to rise between workers and the county due to financial constraints.
"Does anyone remember what they tried to give us in the fall? Zeroes," said union head David Green as workers dinged purple cowbells at the downtown rally. "Do we deserve zeros?"
L.A. County Chief Executive Fesia Davenport said county officials have "moved off" a zero raise offer in recent weeks but remained cautious about what they could offer. "We don't want to negotiate ourselves into a structural deficit," Davenport said.
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