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Union

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Workers rise up against the odds

On April 1, 2022 a group of ordinary workers made history when they did what everyone thought was impossible: they successfully won their election to become the very first unionized Amazon workplace in America. This feat would be extraordinary for any union, let alone the Amazon Labor Union (ALU), who did it with no prior organizing experience, no institutional backing, and a total budget of $120,000 raised on GoFundMe. Heralded as the most important win for labor since the 1930s, this highly immersive and cinematic documentary captures the ALU’s historic grassroots campaign to unionize thousands of their co-workers from day one of organizing. Up against a corporate superpower and with legal protections at a drastic low for workers, all odds are against the ALU. Yet this rag-tag ensemble remains unswayed in their beliefs in collective action and the dignity and power of the working-class.

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The documentary "Union" serves as a powerful testament to the resilience of the working class and its fight for dignity in the face of corporate giants. By chronicling the groundbreaking efforts of the Amazon Labor Union (ALU), the film not only showcases a historic victory but also ignites a conversation about labor rights and the future of unionization in America.

On April 1, 2022, a group of ordinary workers achieved what many deemed impossible: they successfully unionized the first Amazon workplace in the United States, all without prior organizing experience or institutional support. With a modest budget of just $120,000 raised through GoFundMe, the ALU's triumph is heralded as the most significant labor win since the 1930s. This film captures their immersive journey, showcasing the grassroots campaign that rallied thousands of co-workers against a formidable corporate superpower.

As communities across the nation grapple with declining labor protections, "Union" highlights the necessity for collective action. The film not only brings to light the struggles of the ALU but also serves as a rallying cry for workers everywhere, encouraging them to believe in their collective power. In a time when the rights of workers are under constant threat, "Union" stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration for future generations.

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