Dodger stadium concession worker talks resume to avoid a strike ahead of All-Star game weekend.
Maria Hernandez, a union spokeswoman, said Monday that stadium food and beverage workers --"an overwhelming majority of whom are workers of color'' -- had voted by a 99% margin Sunday to authorize a walkout.
Susan Minato, co-president of United Here Local 11, added in a statement,"Stadium workers are proud of the role they play to bring fans the best game experience possible. They are the backbone of our tourism and sports industry, yet many struggle to stay housed and to make ends meet." With the Dodgers playing on the road through Saturday, there would be no immediate impact of any walkout -- but All-Star festivities at Dodger Stadium begin Saturday with MLB's Futures Game, a celebrity softball game and a concert by Becky G.The Major League Baseball Players Association issued a statement of support Monday for the concessions workers.
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