Social Movements & Civil Rights

Beginning of the Baltimore Municipal Strike

In June 1974, city workers in Baltimore initiated a strike demanding better wages and working conditions. The action involved various municipal workers including sanitation employees, public health workers, and maintenance staff. As tensions rose, their absence significantly impacted city services. Union leaders stressed the need for higher wages to match inflation and improve job conditions, illustrating the growing labor discontent within the city. The strike escalated as the workers sought support from the community and allied unions.

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