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Re:Seattle becomes first in U.S. to protect gig workers from... by olalonde on Thursday August 10, 2023 @12:27AM (#37071945)
If only there was a system where drivers that agreed with Uber's policies could chose to work for them and those that don't could decide not to.
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Re:Seattle becomes first in U.S. to protect gig workers from... by matsemann on Thursday August 10, 2023 @01:33AM (#37072343)
Most people don't "choose". They're forced by their situation.
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Re:Seattle becomes first in U.S. to protect gig workers from... by ffhhttt on Thursday August 10, 2023 @01:43AM (#37072392)
The unemployment rate is extremely low these days, yes they do have other options in most places. Many choose to work for uber because they prefer the flexibility to having to work shifts with very limited options to alter your schedule.
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