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Labor Struggles and Successes
This chapter explores recent worker protests in Guadeloupe, highlighting the stark wage disparities with mainland France and the unethical tactics used by employers to manipulate labor movements. It also celebrates the successful contract negotiations for hotel workers in Boston, which led to significant wage increases. Additionally, the discussion critiques the gig economy, focusing on Lyft's misleading pay practices and the exploitation of drivers through opaque compensation algorithms.