Rainbow Coalition leader Jesse Jackson (wearing a red baseball cap and denim jacket) holding the American flag, at the Nynex workers' strike and rally at City Hall Plaza, Boston.

Striking workers and Nynex were in a disagreement over who should pay for health benefits. Supporters, local unions, and striking employees from Eastern Airlines and United Mine Workers also participated in this rally. Standing next to Jesse Jackson, on right, also wearing a red baseball cap, is Jan...

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Summary:Striking workers and Nynex were in a disagreement over who should pay for health benefits. Supporters, local unions, and striking employees from Eastern Airlines and United Mine Workers also participated in this rally. Standing next to Jesse Jackson, on right, also wearing a red baseball cap, is Jan Pierce, Vice President, Communication Workers of America.