Mayor Daniel Lurie and Gov. Gavin Newsom are confronting severe budget crises that jeopardize core public services. In response, organized labor has mobilized significantly, evidenced by rallies where union members have protested deep cuts that could lead to layoffs. Recent events included a large rally at City Hall and arrests of labor leaders demanding increased staffing at the University of California system. As the budgetary situation worsens, labor allies in the Legislature advocate against austerity measures, raising concerns about the pressure from tech companies to avoid substantial taxes on revenues.
On May 14, more than 1,000 city workers essentially took over City Hall with a boisterous rally that included a banner drop over the rotunda—aimed directly at Lurie.
The labor leaders have allies in both the state Legislature and the Board of Supes; Budget Chair Connie Chan won re-election with strong labor support.
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