Dock Worker Strike Repeating Sewing Machine History

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The USA is repeating sewing machine history with its recent dock worker strike. Long ago, tailors burned down a shop containing the first sewing machines. They did so because they were afraid the emerging technology would take away their jobs.

USA dockworkers fear automation will take away their jobs. So, they went on strike causing supply shortages across the country. However, a temporary agreement was made and the strike was halted. It is important to mention the temporary agreement was made so those impacted by hurricane Helen could receive needed supplies. In spite of protesting, automation is still coming. Past sewing machine history shows us their strikes are in vain. So, is repeating sewing machine history truly helping matters?

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