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"We believe having a union will help us protect and elevate the good conditions we currently enjoy in our workplace, both for ourselves and for all who come after us," staffers said.
This move signals a larger shift at the network.
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Gawker, Salon, and Guardian US have led the way.
A union campaign can easily test the principles of a progressive organization.
A.J. Daulerio says the post was more of a general commentary on celebrity sex tapes.
A former colleague says he thinks the Gawker founder is "tired" and ready to move on.