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New Survey Finds Washington State App-Based Drivers Strongly Support Remaining Independent, Value Flexibility

SEATTLE —A new survey of Uber, Lyft, DoorDash and Instacart drivers and delivery people in Washington state found that over three-quarters (77%) of those polled preferred to remain independent contractors, compared to only 23% who prefer to become a company employee.

The survey also found that app-based rideshare and delivery drivers overwhelmingly value flexibility, with 81% strongly agreeing that “any changes to app-based rideshare and delivery regulations should protect the flexibility of drivers’ schedules.”

In addition, 92% of drivers and delivery people said they would not be able to continue driving or delivering if the work did not offer a flexible schedule.

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One Year Later, Dashers Earn More Than Ever While Working Flexibly Under California’s Prop 22

Just one year after its enactment, California’s Proposition 22 has successfully provided economic security and continuity for the hundreds of thousands of Californians who look to DoorDash to earn income flexibly. With nearly 60% of the vote and resounding support from the Dasher community, Prop 22 has delivered higher earnings for …

Women Turn to App-Based Delivery Platforms for Work Flexibility Amid Pandemic

When Kara Moore, a mom of three, returned to the workforce last year after nine years as a stay-at-home mom, she struggled to find a job. Moore, 42, who holds a bachelor's degree and spent nearly a decade working in corporate America, eventually took a part-time job with a local school …

One Year After Passage, Prop 22 Continues to Benefit Drivers, Consumers, and California’s Economy

Sacramento, CA — A year ago today, nearly 120,000 drivers and a diverse coalition of over 140 social justice, community, public safety, business, consumer, and veteran organizations helped pass Proposition 22 with nearly 60% of the vote. Since passage, app-based rideshare and delivery drivers remain overwhelmingly supportive of Prop 22 because …