Seasonal workers wildcat strike, take employer to tribunal - Freedom News
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  • SirStumps@lemmy.worldEnglish
    2·
    1 year ago

    As my dad explained why he immigrated “We just did the stuff no one else wanted to”. It was worth it to send money back to his family in Mexico. He also knew it wasn’t forever.

    • ThrowawayEnglish
      12·
      1 year ago

      Willing to do it for the wages offered.

      • SirStumps@lemmy.worldEnglish
        1·
        1 year ago

        Considering he made more here even at lower wages it was worth it. It was still higher wages than where he was from.

        • ThrowawayEnglish
          12·
          1 year ago

          Thats still being taken advantage of.

          • SirStumps@lemmy.worldEnglish
            1·
            1 year ago

            Unfortunately the issue is they are treated worse or they have no opportunities for employment.

            • ThrowawayEnglish
              12·
              1 year ago

              Exactly! All so some companies can save a buck.

              • SirStumps@lemmy.worldEnglish
                1·
                1 year ago

                I’m sorry I meant in their home country but you are right too. However, the opportunity is what they are looking for, not the best outcome.