Workers strike outside Pearson and McGonigle


Workers in the Philadelphia Carpenter’s Union marched in strike outside Pearson and McGonigle halls, currently under construction, today.

The union is in strike against “allĀ General Building Contractor Association MembersĀ and Interior Finish Contractor Association Members,” according to PhilaCarpenter.org.

A worker confirmed that the carpenters are currently not under contract, after their last one expired April 30.

The union has been striking against the associations since May 1 and no negotiations have been scheduled, said an announcement on the website.

Carpenter Jack McMonigle said the strike was not against Temple.

“Temple’s been great for the unions,” McMonigle said. “We’re just striking [the GBCA and IFCA].”