12/18/2004: The first shift of the 12 hour siege at the Claremont started off on December 18th. This is the 3rd holiday season the Hotel Workers at the Claremont have been denied a new contract, while the Right to organize by the Spa Workers remains under attack. Approximately 300 workers and their families have been spending every holiday for 3 years fighting with the Claremont. Picket lines and other job actions occur often and more are scheduled. 250 Food and Beverage workers are fighting for a fair contract, including affordable health care, fair wages and a voice on the job. 100 spa workers are fighting to be represented by their union free of coercion from the company. Photos