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Federal agents have repeatedly terrorized rideshare drivers at O’Hare International Airport. Gig organizer Lori Simmons talks about how recent raids have impacted drivers.

Chicago rideshare drivers face threats and assault while on the job. But they don’t qualify for workers’ compensation from Uber or Lyft, leaving thousands of workers at risk.

As the tech industry moves increasingly into alignment with the far right, the issue of worker power has never been more important. The Chicago campaign offers some key lessons.

Uber and Lyft must do more to protect drivers from harm. Requiring passengers to verify their identities is the first step toward protecting drivers.