Amazon Workers Carry On Coal Miners Labor Struggle

The transcript discusses the comparison of Amazon warehouse workers to historical coal miners, highlighting structural similarities in their work conditions. It raises issues about the time taken for security screenings at Amazon, questioning whether workers should be compensated for this time. The Obama administration's stance on siding with Amazon contractors is mentioned, along with legal implications. Worker complaints about unpaid time due to security checks are explored, emphasizing the need for fair compensation.

What analogy does Noah Feldman make between Amazon workers and coal miners?

What issue do Amazon workers face regarding security screenings at the end of their shifts?

How does the time spent in security screenings relate to the argument for hourly pay for Amazon workers?

What comparison is made regarding the time it takes to go through security and the time it takes to remove makeup?

What was found during the pat down of Adam Johnson?