(LOOTPRESS) – The ongoing AT&T strike, involving over 17,000 workers, has now entered its third week, significantly affecting the southeastern U.S. Employees, represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA), are protesting what they claim to be unfair labor practices, including AT&T’s failure to negotiate in good faith.
The workers—technicians, customer service representatives, and others—demand higher wages, better healthcare benefits, and more work-life balance, particularly addressing concerns over mandatory overtime.
The strike, which spans nine states including Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, has caused service disruptions in some areas, with customers reporting longer wait times for repairs and installations. AT&T has responded by using replacement workers, though some issues with undertrained personnel have emerged. CWA has escalated the strike by organizing pickets in major cities and urging AT&T customers to demand a fair contract.
Negotiations have been difficult, with AT&T offering what they called a “final” contract, though union leaders criticized the offer as incomplete. Talks initially involved a federal mediator, but the CWA has since withdrawn from mediation, insisting that AT&T needs to commit to meaningful bargaining. The union remains steadfast, with leaders stating that workers will stay on strike as long as necessary to secure a fair deal.
The strike continues to draw public attention as both sides seek resolution amid growing frustration from workers and customers alike.
