New York City Elevator Strike Impacts 15 Million Workers

The 2000 elevator strike in New York City grounded 1.5 million people, affecting office buildings. Strikers opposed a pay raise due to a reduced work week. Individuals adapted by setting up in lobbies or finding alternative ways to work. Despite challenges, businesses found ways to continue operations. New Yorkers showed resilience, but the strike highlighted the city's dependency on elevators.

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