A strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association, which moves the trade at the ports along the East Coast, Gulf Coast and Puerto Rico, would impact 43% of all U.S. imports and billions of dollars in trade monthly.
It is a serious concern. The East Coast Longshoremen would have no compunctions about using a strike threat or a strike before the election to get the best deal for their members.
The strike is a little over an hour away
No offers are on the table. All have been rejected.
The president has made it clear he does not believe in Taft Hartley.
Some good news for toy sellers
And looks like strike is tentatively resolved. Returning to work tomorrow.