https://apnews.com/aa1c97b70be0e442d6e62f6329c1cf17
Amazon said Christian Smalls had received several warnings for violating social distancing guidelines. Amazon said Smalls showed up at the protest at the Staten Island warehouse Monday despite a order to remain home for 14 days because he had come into contact with a co-worker who had been diagnosed with the virus. The company said Smalls was put on paid leave during the 14-day isolation period.
Smalls did not immediately return emails seeking comment.
The decision prompted a rebuke from New York Attorney General Letitia James, who called on the National Labor Relations Board to investigate. James said her office is also considering legal options,
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Whole Workers, the group calling for a strike Tuesday, said they want hazard pay, immediate shut down of stores if a worker tests positive and health care benefits for part-time and seasonal workers.
https://www.coworker.org/petitions/global-retail-worker-sick-out
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🚨MARCH 31st🚨
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