Dockworkers Strike Threatens Shortages

A strike by dockworkers on the East Coast could cause shortages of a variety of goods, according to an AP news report. The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) began the strike on October 2nd in a dispute over wages and automation. The workers are demanding a fair contract that includes higher wages and limits on automation, which they fear will eliminate jobs. The strike could have a significant impact on the nation's supply chain, as it is responsible for transporting a large amount of goods into the country.