LAX workers go on strike, threatening Labor Day weekend travel - Los Angeles Times
Look, you handle luggage and dont do that great of a job at it. I've noticed the wait for my luggage as been increasing to average over 35 minutes at LAX. When I first started to travel it came out much faster. My gf waiting for me at the airport has even noticed the increase in baggage delays.
These people are VERY replaceable without specialized skills. Pick up a bag and place it on a belt or a truck. Big deal.
"Those firms provide about 5,000 janitors, skycaps, baggage handlers, aircraft cabin cleaners, security personnel and attendants for travelers with disabilities. About 2,500 of the workers are represented by the SEIU's airport division, the union said.
SEIU officials say the workers, who make an average of $10.50 an hour and do not receive benefits, are asking for health insurance and an increase in their hourly wage of 40 to 50 cents. Employers have made no concessions and have bargained in bad faith since contract talks began in early July, union officials say."
As for the janitors...have you guys seen LAX? Its a dump compared to DEN and PHX.
Sorry, but you have to earn your money. Trying to inconvenience me and my fellow travelers on holiday travel is not the way to earn my respect or nod of approval.