2019 Lyft and Uber drivers' strikes
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A series of general strikes was coordinated on March 25, 2019 by Lyft and Uber drivers in Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, California, United States led by rideshare advocate group Rideshare Drivers United.[1] The strikes aimed to protest low wages, long hours, working conditions, and lack of benefits. The event was planned following Lyft's initial public offering. A second strike took place on May 8, 2019 in anticipation of Uber's initial public offering.[2] The strike in response to Uber's IPO took place in 25 major cities across the United States, and were also joined by drivers in other locations worldwide where Uber operates.
2019 Lyft and Uber drivers' strikes | |||
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Date | March 25, 2019 and May 8, 2019 | ||
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Caused by | Low pay, cut wages, no shareholding opportunities, no benefits | ||
Methods | Demonstrations, internet activism, walkout | ||
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