Over 140 Workers Strike at Caesars Southern Indiana Casino
More than 140 union workers at Caesars Southern Indiana Hotel & Casino have gone on strike over the company's refusal to offer a fair contract that reflects the casino's record profits.
LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE:The workers are staging a walkout after 98% voted in favor of strike action in a recent ballot. This development follows months of negotiations that failed to produce a satisfactory agreement between the parties.
Last year, Caesars Southern Indiana, owned by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), generated over $240 million in revenue, making it one of the state's highest-earning casinos.
The workers are pushing for a fair contract, with retirement benefits and wages that match their contributions to the casino's prosperity. However, they claimed that Caesars has consistently rejected their proposals on retirement and other key economic issues.
None of us wanted to strike, but management forced our hand. All we're asking for is the ability to support our families and retire with dignity. This property makes more than enough money to do right by us.
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Union to Hold Caesars Accountable
The striking workers are backed by Teamsters Local 89, a branch of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. The union was founded in 1903 and represents 1.3 million workers across the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.
We will hold management accountable for their greed and blatant disrespect. It's time for the people who run this casino to recognize the workers who make their profits possible. We'll do whatever it takes to win what our members deserve.
Caesars Remains Open
Responding to the strike, Caesars said it remains open to negotiations and is willing to work towards a resolution.
A statement from the company read: "Caesars Southern Indiana remains committed to the collective bargaining process and continues to negotiate in good faith with union representatives. Caesars Southern Indiana looks forward to continuing productive discussions and remains optimistic about reaching a mutually beneficial agreement in the near future."
Meanwhile, the casino remains open and is offering a 7x tier multiplier for all Caesars Rewards members to attract guests during the strike.
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