CenturyLink workers in West closer to striking

Union leaders representing CenturyLink workers in 13 states have moved closer to allowing a strike but contract talks with the telecommunications company are continuing.

The Communication Workers of America announced Thursday that its executive board has authorized the union’s president to set a strike date, the final step before going on strike.

"There’s nothing imminent. Our goal remains to get a good contract," union spokesman Al Kogler said.

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