New York Times tech staff have decided to go on strike due to what they believe are unfair labor practices. They are asking people not to play the Times’ games like Wordle and Connections to support their cause.
The strike began after attempts to negotiate with management failed to lead to a fair agreement. The Times Tech Guild, which represents 600 workers responsible for the technology behind the New York Times website and games, organized the strike.
The workers have raised concerns about remote work protections, job security, subcontracting limits, and fair pay. They accuse management of violating labor laws during negotiations, including implementing a return-to-office policy without discussion and pressuring staff about the strike.
The NewsGuild of New York has filed charges against the Times for violating labor laws. The strike began at 12:01 am and will continue from 9 am to 6 pm each day until progress is made. The union is asking readers to support them by not playing the Times’ games or using the NYT Cooking app.
Despite efforts to avoid the strike, the workers feel they have been left with no choice. The Times has stated that they are willing to work with the union to reach a fair agreement, emphasizing that journalism is their priority.
The strike may impact the Times’ coverage of the upcoming US election. The workers are hoping that by taking a stand, they can show the importance of their labor rights.
