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Billy Penn at WHYY reports the tentative contract agreement between Philadelphia and DC 33 is a victory for Mayor Cherelle Parker. Francis Ryan is quoted.

CBS Philadelphia asks Francis Ryan why he believes the tentative contract agreement is a “good deal” for the city and the union. (Full Interview | TV Segment)

Democracy Now! interviews Francis Ryan about the historical context of the DC 33 strike and the “spark of social justice unionism” he saw on the picket lines this week.

NBC10 Philadelphia interviews Francis Ryan, who says city residents supported the strike because "they understand that there is so much wealth inequality in this country."

The Philadelphia Tribune reports trash collection will resume on Monday after the city and union leaders reached a tentative deal to end the strike. Francis Ryan is quoted.

Telemundo 62 interviews Francis Ryan about the tentative contract agreement to end the AFSCME District Council 33 strike.

CBS Philadelphia asks Francis Ryan how the current sanitation strike differs from previous strikes. He says there is “more public support” this time.

The Conversation publishes a Q&A with Francis Ryan about the history of sanitation strikes in Philadelphia, noting that a 1938 strike led to the formation of the union.

The Philadelphia Inquirer talks to Francis Ryan about the role of social media in the DC 33 strike. He says the workers are “telling their hardship stories.”

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports on the historical antecedents of the strike that has halted garbage collection in the city, quoting Francis Ryan.