“These guys are out here fighting for fair pay, compensation, benefits — and the company has refused to respect or recognize their rights,” Blumenthal said. “We owe it to the working men and women of Connecticut to support them when they want to bargain collectively, when they want to insist on their rights.”

"Members of Teamsters Local 191 employed by Connecticut Distributors, Inc. ("CDI") at its Stratford, CT location went out on strike on October 14, 2025. Today, approximately 100 other Teamster members and/or agents arrived at our facility, in an attempt to threaten and intimidate our team members. While we respect the right of our employees to engage in peaceful strike activity, we have zero tolerance for unlawful behavior, including violence, by them or others whom the Teamsters recruit. The safety of our associates is our top priority. Toward that end, we will take appropriate action in response to any unlawful behavior.