May 11, 2023
Over 250 rideshare and taxi drivers went on strike at the Denver International Airport last Thursday to raise wages, stop unfair terminations, and create safer conditions for drivers. The strike was organized by Colorado Independent Drivers United (CIDU), CWA Local
7777, and was led by a strike committee composed of 18 drivers. The strikers effectively shut down the holding lot at the airport, where drivers are required to wait for trip requests. Community allies, including elected officials and candidates for elected office, religious leaders, and leaders in the Black community joined the strikers. The Denver strike was part of a national day of action by Uber and Lyft drivers coordinated by PowerSwitch Action that included other driver actions in New York, Chicago, Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
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