HRC
President Joe Biden has refused requests to force the strikers back to work, reiterating his support for collective bargaining. He noted that ocean carriers have made record profits since the pandemic—sometimes in excess of 800% over prepandemic levels—and that executive compensation and shareholder profits have reflected those profits. “It’s only fair that workers, who put themselves at risk during the pandemic to keep ports open, see a meaningful increase in their wages as well.”
Addendum
Pete Buttigieg was the point man for the administration in getting the agreement to suspend the port strike.
Named specifically by both sides in the press release.
It’s quiet, but effective, leadership people appreciate.
No rallies, no blowhard ranting - just a deal