‘We will cripple you!’: East Coast ports strike threatens to paralyze US economy

‘We will cripple you!’: East Coast ports strike threatens to paralyze US economy The International Longshoremen’s Association has launched a strike across 36 US ports from Maine to Texas, impacting an estimated 45,000 workers, according to The Guardian. The work stoppage, which could significantly disrupt the American economy, stems from failed negotiations between the ILA and the US Maritime Alliance over a new Master Contract. The ILA is demanding substantial wage increases and a halt to automation projects, rejecting the USMX’s current wage offers. Union President Harold J. Daggett has one simple message to the USMX: “We will cripple you!” #Strike - Boost Source: RT News