Ride-sharing drivers protest for better pay

By Shannon Longworth
Medill Reports

Uber and Lyft drivers did a work stoppage today in major cities nationwide. In Chicago, they protested not only for better pay, but also for a cap on the number of ride-sharing drivers.

The 24-hour stoppage comes ahead of Uber’s initial public offering on  Friday.

Photo at top: Uber drivers demonstrate in Grant Park.(Shannon Longworth/MEDILL)