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Old 06-15-2011, 10:14 AM   #381
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Originally Posted by darklord700 View Post
Assuming a CUPW makes $50K a year. 3% increase is $1,500 a year. At 25/hr, this worker will lose $200 a day so he can go on strike for roughly 7 1/2 day before breaking even in one year.

If the contract is for 3 years, this worker can afford to strike for 22 1/2 day before losing out.
Mind you they're screwed if they live pay cheque to pay cheque.
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