Leaked memo reveals Amazon’s plans to combat the Teamsters in California
I really dislike sensationalized headlines like this.  A more accurate one might say:<p>> Amazon's plan to counter pressure from the Teamsters Union focuses on investing in non-profits.<p>For those who didn't read the article:<p>A leaked Amazon memo shows that the Teamsters Union is effectively putting pressure on Amazon by convincing its members to pressure politicians into not granting Amazon tax breaks, land grants, etc.<p>Amazon is worried that this represents a real threat to expansion as having local politicians turn against them will almost certainly mean their competitors like UPS (who is friendly with the Teamsters) will outcompete them.<p>So, Amazon is going to invest in local charities like those for ex-convicts and low-income students.  This has two purposes:<p>1. Give politicians an excuse to give Amazon tax breaks (look at what they invest in the community).<p>2. Build positive sentiment with local members who will talk to politicians on Amazon's behalf.  They'll be especially motivated to if Amazon threatens to pull funding from their non-profits.