Susan Minato

Susan Minato

activist United States

Susan Minato is a prominent labor leader and co-president of Unite Here Local 11, a union representing hospitality and airport workers in Southern California. Known for her advocacy on behalf of workers' rights, Minato has been vocal about issues such as wage increases, labor conditions, and safety concerns in the workplace. Recently, she gained media attention during a series of protests at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) where workers demanded a new contract with higher wages from Flying Food Group, one of the airport's major catering contractors. Minato defended the timing of these protests during the busy Thanksgiving travel period, asserting that such actions are crucial for drawing attention to the struggles faced by workers in the food service industry.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
156,060
Power
9,901$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 7.00 0.05% +0% 331,002,651 156,060 $21,000,000 9,901$
Totals 1 331,002,651 156,060 $21,000,000 9,901$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Susan Minato, co-president of Unite Here Local 11, defended the timing of the protests. 7

Fox News: Worker protests lead to holiday chaos for travelers at Los Angeles airport