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Striking Houston Janitors Claim Contract Victory

HeadlineNov 21, 2006

In Houston, striking janitors are claiming victory in a high-profile labor dispute with major cleaning companies. On Monday, the janitors won their first city-wide union contract. The contract doubles wages, guarantees affordable healthcare and allows paid time off. Last month, 1,700 janitors went on strike after negotiations broke down. More on this story later in the broadcast.

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