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Unionists on strike at Flex-O-Tex Laundry in the south Bronx, New York, on the picket line in front of the plant December 27. The workers, who walked out December 5, are demanding that the company negotiate and sign a contract with the Union of Needletrades, Industrial and Textile Employees. In addition to seeking union recognition, the strikers are demanding a contract that includes medical insurance, paid sick days, and a substantial wage increase over the current pay rate of minimum wage or slightly above it that most workers receive. The workers have kept up spirited picket lines throughout this fight, and have been winning support from the community. A union rally is scheduled to occur in front of the plant January 10.
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