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Amazon Workers Unite: Global Strikes Hit Black Friday
29 Nov
Summary
- Amazon workers in over 30 countries launched coordinated strikes.
- Protests cite concerns over heat injuries, productivity pressure, and AI.
- Thousands rallied in India demanding fair wages and safe conditions.
Amazon workers in over 30 countries launched coordinated strikes and protests on Black Friday, marking the sixth annual 'Make Amazon Pay' campaign. This global mobilization spans warehouses, data centers, and offices, with organizers citing accumulated frustration over working conditions, environmental impact, and the company's burgeoning AI operations.
In India, thousands participated in rallies across numerous cities, demanding better wages and safer environments, particularly concerning extreme heat. Surveys revealed that a majority of Indian warehouse workers experienced or witnessed heat-related medical issues, underscoring the urgency of their demands for enforceable heat protections.
The campaign also addresses Amazon's AI investments and climate pledges. Corporate employees published an open letter criticizing the company's significant spending on data centers, potentially conflicting with its net-zero emissions goal. Protests in the US and Germany focused on labor rights and the company's involvement with immigration and law enforcement agencies.
