"Valentine's Day Strikes: Ride-Share Drivers Unite in Largest Protest Yet"
Lyft, Uber, and DoorDash drivers staged one of their largest strikes in 44 cities, protesting low wages, lack of transparency in pay calculations, and abrupt account deactivations. The strikes were organized by labor organizations advocating for app-based independent contractors. The companies have cited median and average pay figures above minimum wage, but reports suggest that companies are pocketing a greater share of customer fares. Gig workers lack the protections and rights that traditional employees have, and the strikes aim to pressure companies and lawmakers to improve safety protections and provide more stability. This is not the first time workers have mobilized for better treatment, and there are ongoing efforts to address these gaps in labor rights.
