Asup strike latest news 2019

Here are the latest news updates on the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) strike, also known as the "ASUP" strike, which took place in 2019:

Background: The ASUP strike was a labor dispute between the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and the University of California (UC) system. The strike began on November 20, 2019, and lasted for 14 days, ending on December 4, 2019.

Causes of the strike: The strike was called over issues such as:

  1. Wages: AFSCME members were seeking a 10% wage increase over three years.
  2. Healthcare: The union wanted to improve healthcare benefits for its members.
  3. Job security: AFSCME members were concerned about job security and the impact of budget cuts on their positions.
  4. Staffing: The union wanted to address staffing shortages and improve working conditions.

Key developments:

  1. Strike begins: On November 20, 2019, over 25,000 AFSCME members, including custodians, food service workers, and patient care assistants, went on strike across the UC system.
  2. Picket lines: Striking workers set up picket lines outside UC campuses, hospitals, and other facilities, disrupting normal operations.
  3. Negotiations: The UC and AFSCME held several rounds of negotiations, but the two sides failed to reach an agreement.
  4. Community support: The strike received widespread support from students, faculty, and community members, who rallied in solidarity with the striking workers.
  5. Deal reached: On December 4, 2019, the UC and AFSCME announced a tentative agreement, which included a 10% wage increase over three years, improved healthcare benefits, and job security measures.

Aftermath: The strike ended on December 4, 2019, with the ratification of the tentative agreement by AFSCME members. The agreement was seen as a victory for the union, as it addressed many of the key issues that led to the strike.

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