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~ In a historic move, Amazon drivers at the company's DBK4 facility in Queens, New York have formed a union with the Teamsters. This announcement comes after weeks of organizing and rallying by the drivers, who are demanding fair treatment and a voice on the job.

The "March on the Boss" rally saw hundreds of workers from all eight of Amazon's Delivery Service Partners (DSPs) at DBK4 come together to announce that the majority of drivers have signed authorization cards to join the Teamsters Union. This marks a significant moment in the ongoing union drive of Amazon drivers and warehouse workers across the country.

Wasun Wilson, an Amazon delivery driver at DBK4, expressed his pride in his fellow drivers for standing up to one of the world's biggest corporate bullies. He stated that their actions are sending a powerful message to Amazon and other companies that workers will not tolerate unfair treatment.

The Queens-based drivers have been organizing for over a year, advocating for better working conditions and fair pay. Last December, they even walked off the job in protest against Amazon's union-busting tactics and unfair labor practices. Their demands include consistent schedules, properly maintained trucks, and reasonable workloads.

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Jeffrey Arias, a driver at DBK4, shared his personal experience as an Amazon driver for years and how it has become increasingly difficult with longer hours, more packages, and harsher working conditions. He emphasized that it is time for Amazon to stop treating them as disposable workers and instead create a space where grievances can be discussed fairly. He also called for fair wages and affordable healthcare.

The fight for better pay, safe working conditions, and a voice on the job is not limited to just DBK4. Across the country, Amazon drivers are organizing in large numbers. In Palmdale and Skokie alone, there are currently strikes taking place with picket lines being extended to facilities nationwide. The pressure from these organized workers has already resulted in Amazon announcing raises for its drivers and warehouse workers.

Last month, Palmdale drivers achieved a significant victory when the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) determined that Amazon is a joint employer of its DSP drivers. This means that the company has a legal obligation to recognize and bargain with the Teamsters. This decision is expected to have a major impact on Amazon drivers nationwide. The Queens-based drivers are the first to publicly announce their organizing at a new facility following this landmark NLRB decision.

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Lamont Hopewell, another DBK4 driver, highlighted the crucial role that delivery drivers play in Amazon's success as an e-commerce giant. Despite being the backbone of the trillion-dollar operation, they face low wages, grueling schedules, and limited benefits. As Teamsters, they are determined to build worker power and demand respect, rights, and protections that they rightfully deserve.

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters was founded in 1903 and currently represents 1.3 million hardworking individuals in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The organization's website states that their mission is to fight for better working conditions and fair treatment for all workers. With over 270,000 Amazon drivers across the country, all eyes are now turning towards them as momentum builds for this historic union drive.

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