Local US newspaper workers allege Hearst is trying to ‘destroy unions’
Workers at Hearst-owned newspapers claim the company is employing anti-union tactics and violating contracts. The Albany Newspaper Guild reports that it has been over 17 years without a contract, leading to employee dissatisfaction. Hearst has denied these allegations, stating its commitment to good faith bargaining and competitive wages.
- ▪The Albany Newspaper Guild claims Hearst is trying to destroy unions and has violated union contracts.
- ▪Workers are concerned about stagnant wages and potential job outsourcing to AI.
- ▪Hearst has reported record revenues and profits in 2025, employing about 2,500 workers at its newspapers.
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The Hearst tower in New York City on 15 June 2006. Photograph: Mario Tama/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenThe Hearst tower in New York City on 15 June 2006. Photograph: Mario Tama/Getty ImagesUS unionsLocal US newspaper workers allege Hearst is trying to ‘destroy unions’Media company says it is ‘committed to good faith bargaining’ amid claims including contract violationMichael SainatoFri 22 May 2026 06.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleWorkers at local newspapers owned by Hearst allege the company is trying to “destroy unions” amid claims of widespread anti-union tactics, including violating union contracts and bad-faith bargaining.The Albany Newspaper Guild, which represents the Times Union newspaper in Albany, New York, said it’s been more than 17 years since the union had a…
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