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Striking New York Times workers are asking Wordle and Connections players to stop playing the popular everyday games until the strike is resolved.
Tech workers at media companies are reportedly at odds over concerns related to, but not solely related to “remote/hybrid work,” “just cause” protections (something editorial unions have), and “pay equity/fair wages” .
“Our union members and bargaining committee have done everything possible to avoid this ULP strike,” the Times Tech Guild's senior analysis manager and unit chairman said in a statement. “But management was more willing to risk our election coverage than agree to a fair deal with its workers.
“They gave us no choice but to demonstrate the power of our work on the picket line. Nevertheless, we are ready to bargain and complete this contract.”
In a statement to Polygon, New York Times spokesperson Danielle Rhoades Ha said: “We look forward to continuing to work with Tech Guild to achieve a fair contract considering that they are already one of the Company's highest-paid individual contributors and journalism is a top priority we.
“We are in one of the most important periods of coverage for our readers and have a robust plan in place to ensure that we can fulfill our mission and serve our readers.
“While we respect the right of unions to engage in protected conduct, we are disappointed that our coworkers would strike at this time, which is unnecessary and contrary to our mission.”
The hashtag #BreakMyStreak appeared on social media to support the striking workers. In addition to Worlde, the New York Times publishes several free puzzle games every day.
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