Thousands of Disneyland workers in Southern California have voted to authorize a strike.
Four unions representing more than 14,000 workers at Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, the Downtown Disney retail district and Disney-owned hotels authorized the walkout, citing alleged unfair labor practices during contract negotiations.
“This vote shows that the Cast Members have had enough!” Aaron Zarate, a member of the workers’ bargaining committee, said in a statement.
The vote does not mean the strike will take place immediately, with negotiations ongoing.
If the strike does occur, it will be the first at Disneyland in over 40 years.
This is a breaking news story and will be updated.
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