Kenyetta Gentry expressed her outrage at Aramark's decision to not offer severance, stating, 'I'm very mad, more pissed, that they wouldn't give us anything. Especially for us working here for so long. Sweat, you know, tears.' This underscores her feelings of betrayal after years of loyal service. Gentry highlighted the emotional connection to the team, as it is part of her family legacy, having relatives who also worked for the A's.
Robert Preston, reflecting on the loss of health insurance, lamented, 'I'm old enough for Medicare but Medicare doesn't cover all the medicines. You know, I'm diabetic, hypertension and I'm on oxygen.' His situation emphasizes the critical role that employer-provided insurance plays in the lives of many workers, particularly those with chronic health conditions.
The uncertainty surrounding workers' futures was shared during the news conference held by Gentry and her colleagues. They believed for months that Aramark would provide severance. Instead, workers now face unemployment and the loss of consistent healthcare, which could lead to dire situations for those with ongoing medical needs.
Aramark's statement asserted that they are 'bargaining in good faith with the union regarding the effects of the A's departure and are prepared to offer those impacted available roles in other areas of our organization,' which raises questions about the adequacy of support provided to the affected staff.
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