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Port Strike In Boston Would Have "Moderate" Impact In Massachusetts, Economist Says

At least 25,000 dock workers at 14 ports from Massachusetts to Texas appear ready to go on strike this week.

(Penny Kmitt, CBS Boston)

September 30, 2024 / 8:11 AM EDT

BOSTON - At least 25,000 dock workers at 14 ports from Massachusetts to Texas appear ready to go on strike this week.

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The dockworkers' union could walk off the job at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday when their contract expires and it would be a major disruption to the economy. There might be a shortage of pharmaceuticals, cars, produce and fresh meat.

Negotiations between the union and the shipping industry have been stalled since June. Dockworkers want better pay and less automation.

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