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Famed Vegas Casinos Could Be Hobbled As Thousands Of Workers Authorize Strike

The union representing the hospitality workers says they could walk out as early as June 1 if their demands, including protection against sexual harassment and technology advances, are not met.
Some 50,000 hospitality workers could walk off the job as early as next month, potentially jeopardizing the Las Vegas tourist industry.

Tourism helps keep the wheel of Las Vegas' economy spinning, but a hitch could slow the spokes as tens of thousands of hospitality workers are preparing to strike as early as next month.

The Culinary Workers Union, Nevada's largest labor organization, voted Tuesday to strike for 50,000 members once their

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