United Parcel Service Inc

Matt Damon, Fran Drescher and an Indian Soybean Farmer on 2024

I asked an array of people what they’re wishing for in the new year.

After scrambling to fill out work forces in recent years, many companies are reporting more modest goals for temporary employment.

UPS, the Hollywood studios and the Detroit automakers appear to have been taken aback by the tactics and tougher style adopted by new union leaders.

The vote by members of the Teamsters union removes a potential threat to the economy.

Pushed by angry members, unions representing actors, autoworkers and UPS employees are becoming increasingly assertive under new leadership.