A sympathy strike occurs when workers walk out in solidarity with another group’s labor dispute, rather than their own grievances. It pressures employers by amplifying collective action. Typically used by unions to support colleagues in different industries or companies, it benefits striking workers by increasing leverage and fostering unity across labor movements.
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