University of California Students OK Strike Over Protests.

Thousands of unionized graduate student workers at University of California campuses have voted to authorize a strike in response to the university's handling of pro-Palestinian protests. The United Auto Workers Local 4811, which represents the students, reported that 79% of participating members approved the strike authorization. The union is calling for an agreement that protects the rights of academic employees and students who face disciplinary action for protesting, solidifies free speech and political expression on campus, and allows researchers to opt out of funding sources tied to the Israeli Defense Force. The university has stated that the union's demands fall outside the scope of negotiation for employment. [Extracted from the article]