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January 13, 2022

8,400 Kroger Workers Go on Strike as Study Highlights Economic Plight of Grocery Workers
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In Colorado, around 8,400 workers across 77 Kroger's King Soopers in
Denver and other areas went on strike Wednesday as they demand better
wages and benefits, and safe working conditions. During the pandemic,
Kroger CEO Rodney Mc Mullen's pay increased by over 45% while the median
pay for workers dropped by 8% despite booming sales. Workers also say
stores are understaffed. A new report funded by the United Food and
Commercial Workers Union reveals over 75% of Kroger employees surveyed
face food insecurity, and 14% have been unhoused over the past year. 


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