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Wasn’t in the article but looks like the strike is planned for February 1st. Hope Costco meets the unions asks, I really like shopping there but if the strike goes through I’ll stop and won’t be renewing my membership in March if it’s still going on.
I thought Costco was one of the better retailers to work for. Hell, maybe they still are, and the fact that they're still wanting better says a lot about the entirety of the retail workplace.
When you read press releases from companies as well unions, understand these public statements are part of negotiation tactics, communication and attempting to exert pressure. Always watch carefully for statements that appeal to emotions but lack details.
While employees are, by definition, under-compensated in capitalism, "Refused proposals on sick pay, salaries, etc." - without specifics it's impossible for anyone to guess what they asked for and what the actual response or discussion was.
I personally think unions are most effective when they are transparent and specific about what is wanted, e.g. fight for $15(though not perfect in different geographies it was effective). I also think unions debase their incredibly strong position of being in the right on almost everything by resorting to vagueness, half-truths and unnecessary dramatization.
This is surprising. Costco is known as being a desirable employer.