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Today in History: 10,000 John Deere Workers Strike in Historic Action

10/14/2025

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On October 14, 2021, about 10,000 John Deere employees initiated a strike, marking one of the largest private-sector labor actions in the U.S. in over three decades. The workers, represented by the United Auto Workers (UAW), sought better contract terms after months of negotiations. The strike concluded on November 17 with a new six-year agreement.

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On October 14, 2021, about 10,000 John Deere employees initiated a strike, marking one of the largest private-sector labor actions in the U.S. in over three decades. The workers, represented by the United Auto Workers (UAW), sought better contract terms after months of negotiations. The strike concluded on November 17 with a new six-year agreement.