Noam Scheiber
Noam Scheiber is a reporter for The New York Times based in the Chicago area, focusing on labor and the workplace. They have covered workplace issues like pay, gig work, inequality and discrimination, as well as labor unions and labor organizing for roughly a decade. Before that they covered the Obama administration for The New Republic magazine in Washington and three presidential elections. They strive to talk to a variety of sources from workers to company officials to union organizers while maintaining their journalistic ethics. They have a bachelor's degree in economics from Tulane University and a master's degree in economics from Oxford University. They grew up in the Sun Belt - New Mexico, Texas and Florida.
Biography:
https://www.nytimes.com/by/noam-scheiber
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
88%
Examples:
- The author has a slight leaning towards the perspective of workers and unions in their reporting.
- The author often highlights the victories of workers and unions more than the companies they cover.
Conflicts of Interest
90%
Examples:
- The author has a history of covering labor and workplace issues for over a decade.
- The author has covered multiple union organizing campaigns and the transition to clean energy, which may create conflicts of interest.
Contradictions
92%
Examples:
- In one article, it was reported that Amazon had 59,017 violations of the Warehouse Quotas Law while in another it was stated that California labor officials fined Amazon $5.9 million for only 6 major violations.
- In some articles, the author reports on instances where companies have broken labor laws or mistreated employees.
Deceptions
85%
Examples:
- In some articles, the author reports on instances where companies or their representatives provide misleading information or deceive the public.
- The author sometimes highlights contradictions in company policies or statements.
Recent Articles
California Labor Commissioner Fines Amazon $5.9 Million for Alleged Quota Violations
Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024The California Labor Commissioner's Office fined Amazon $5.9 million for failing to provide written notice of quotas as required by the state's Warehouse Quota Law, putting employee safety at risk in two Riverside and San Bernardino county facilities. Amazon disputes the allegations and has appealed. 
Amazon Labor Union Affiliates with Teamsters for Stronger Negotiating Position
Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024The Amazon Labor Union (ALU) in the US has affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, strengthening its position to negotiate with Amazon after a historic victory at a Staten Island warehouse. The Teamsters will provide financial and organizational support to the ALU, representing around 5,500 Amazon workers in New York City. This alliance could establish a precedent for other unions seeking to organize and bargain with large corporations like Amazon. 
Volkswagen Workers in Tennessee Make History with First Southern Auto Factory Unionization since the 1940s
Broke On: Friday, 19 April 2024Historic union victory: Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tennessee, voted to join the UAW on April 19, 2024 - the first Southern auto factory to do so since the 1940s. Overwhelming support from nearly three quarters of eligible workers led to a win despite opposition. The UAW's success could pave the way for unionization at other southern auto manufacturers like Hyundai and Toyota. 
Amazon, SpaceX and Trader Joe's Challenge NLRB Constitutionality in Lawsuits
Broke On: Saturday, 17 February 2024Amazon, SpaceX and Trader Joe's have filed lawsuits against the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) for denying them a trial by jury and violating their due-process rights under the Fifth Amendment. SpaceX Faces Criticism From Employees Over Elon Musk's Behavior
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 January 2024SpaceX has faced criticism from its employees for the behavior of founder Elon Musk. The NLRB ruled in favor of eight former SpaceX workers who were fired after drafting and circulating an open letter detailing workplace concerns. UAW Strikes and Negotiations with Major Automakers Highlight Labor Union Challenges
Broke On: Tuesday, 31 October 2023The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has been conducting strikes and negotiations with major automakers, including Ford, General Motors (GM), and Stellantis. The UAW is pushing for better wages, benefits, and working conditions. Ford has announced plans to invest in its factories and create new jobs in response to the UAW's demands. UAW Reaches Tentative Agreements with Stellantis and Ford, Ends Strike
Broke On: Saturday, 28 October 2023UAW and Stellantis have reached a tentative agreement on a labor contract, ending a weeks-long strike. UAW has also reached an agreement with Ford, which includes substantial wage increases and commitments to future investments in U.S. plants. UAW and Ford Reach Tentative Labor Agreement
Broke On: Wednesday, 25 October 2023The United Auto Workers (UAW) union and Ford Motor Co. have reached a tentative labor agreement. The strike involved approximately 55,000 Ford workers and was due to disagreements over wages, healthcare benefits, and job security. The strike has had significant impacts on Ford's production and financial performance.
