(ACD) - The United Alliance of Uniformed Workers today ratified a strike vote called because of the forced change in the uniform provided by the employers of three companies that negotiate with the union. "How would you like to work in a uniform that was made of a blend of polyester and nylon? That is what is being forced on us by the greedy owners we work for" Mr. Blacker, shop steward, told this reporter. "They did not inform us of this uniform change, they just started handing out these uniforms and told all the employees that this is the new required work outfit. The material doesn't breathe, it's quite loud when rubbed together when you walk and it's also very ill-fitting. The fact that it costs 70% less that our standard issue uniforms really shouldn't matter" Mr. Blacker went on to say. The strike will cripple the uniform cleaning companies if it begins, as ratified, next Monday. Management had no comment.

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