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Peco Strike Over Wage Disparity | Philadelphia News
Peco faces its first-ever strike as 1,500 union workers from IBEW Local 614 walk out over a contract dispute centered on unequal pay raises—call center staff, mostly women, would get 3% annually versus 3.5% for others. The union refuses to accept what they call a discriminatory offer, while Peco insists its deal is fair and competitive, noting their customer service wages already exceed regional averages. Despite tensions, Peco promises no service disruptions, and striking workers continue picketing with community support, determined to keep pressure on management until a better deal is…
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