On the recordSeptember 28, 2022
We knew it would be immediate devastation for two million aviation workers if we couldn't get relief, but there was no way we were going to agree to a bailout for airlines.
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congress.govWe knew it would be immediate devastation for two million aviation workers if we couldn't get relief, but there was no way we were going to agree to a bailout for airlines.
DeFazio emphasizes the need for worker protections over airline bailouts.
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