TCGunion-CWA

eBay’s first union. eBay/TCGplayer Authentication Center workers in Syracuse, NY. @cwaunion Local 1123 / @CODE_CWA /

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

Hello Everyone -- We have an IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT.

Please read the statement below:

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

We are so proud of what we have accomplished as a union. Thank you to everyone who has stood in solidarity with us over the years!

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

Hello Everyone -- We have an IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT.

Please read the statement below:

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

Statement from @NYCComptroller Brad Lander:

"Displacing skilled workers will erode institutional knowledge and trust—a move that may harm employees and shareholders. We urge eBay to reverse this decision..."

https://t.co/AzlySHEnuN #StandUptoEbay #LayoffEBay

[Addi 💀 AddiRockART 💀Calavera Artist💀 @addirockart]

BOYCOTT!!! Don’t scab don’t cross that line!!!!

[William @was2sheets]

Buy from your local shop
Buy directly from a shop’s websites
Buy or trade with other players

#CardfightVanguard #cfvanguard

[𝚉𝙴𝙽𝙰𝙸𝙳𝙴 𝙱𝙴𝙲𝙺𝙷𝙰𝙼 @ZBexx]

The TCGplayer union busting is gross.

Did you know my family owns a LGS @ABgames? We have an awesome team of 8 employees and have a website with 1000s of cards. Don't see the card you're looking for listed? We have binders going back to revised & foils/alt versions including SLD that aren't online. Just email us your list.

If you can't find something from my family's store head to @CoolStuffInc and use my code ZBEXX for 5% OFF your order.

[Amy the Amazonian ☕ 💕 🤖 @coL_Amazonian]

If you're looking for alternatives to TCGPlayer in the US or don't have an LGS to shop at, I've had good experiences with both Laughing Dragon and Card Kingdom.

If you have suggestions for online card stores, feel free to drop their links in the replies!

[The Crimson Haze @TheCrimsonHaze]

We are appalled by the behavior of eBay.
Our store has been on the platform since its initial launch, but we can no longer watch this happen.
We will be moving our operation to @CardTrader_com very shortly unless @TCGplayer & @eBay stay in Syracuse & sign a deal with the Union.

[Maelstrom || vVonderland @LukevVonderland]

This is insane, and a nightmare for these employees. I have a 10+ year sellers account, Ill happily shutter if things dont change. This could end up impacting all #TCG s. #Lorcana #MTG #YGO What is wrong with you @TCGplayer????

[Captain Teemo On Duty! 🌿🍄 @FlygonTheTO]

Alternatives for TCGPlayer now that the boycott is official:

Your LGS
Card Kingdom
CoolStuffInc
Troll & Toad

[Alexander Marion @alexandermarion]

I’m standing with @TCGunionCWA and sending a clear message to @eBay: You can’t collect major public subsidies then ship our jobs out of state. Give us our damn money back!

https://t.co/SDH1N6NeVV

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

A great explainer from @MBTYuGiOh on @eBay closing down our workplace and laying off hundreds of unionized workers👉 https://t.co/jPn8brYxTA

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

🫡❤️‍🔥

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

@LukevVonderland @TCGplayer Thank you for your support! We announced a boycott this morning, more info here: https://t.co/UTNne7x4hB

[Daniel Rosenow @ClassicallyFree]

If you are a nerd and play #mtg this would be particularly concerning.

Unionizing is just expressing freedom of association. We unionize ourselves for protection from exploitative behavior so it's not just you vs. management

Boycott @TCGplayer

https://t.co/p3vwiI1zLb

[P:ART | Eliza @ElizaSheetposts]

TCGPlayer is one of the biggest sources of cards for a lot of players
Unfortunately, a lot of them dont know about the union busting, refusal to negotiate, and other actions by the company.
While I dont blame sellers for still using them, please find other ways to purchase cards

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

Thank you to everyone sharing alternative resources. Keep them coming and tag us in your recommendations! We'll periodically repost.

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

Thank you for your support, DJ✊

[Douglas (DJ) Johnson @CardGardenMTG]

https://t.co/3F7YUZppVo

This cause is personal to me, as a Syracuse resident. TCGplayer/eBay are happy to crush this community underfoot, and its our responsibility to stand up to them.

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

@LunaRaven74 @ElizaSheetposts We Did! There are a lot of alternatives out there!
Shop your conscience, but here are the ones we suggested:
Your Local Game Stores
Card Kingdom (union workers!)
Peer to peer networks on Discord and Facebook

[TCGunion-CWA @TCGunionCWA]

@Grayoso15 We are asking that people don't buy from TCGplayer right now. We shouted Card Kingdom out because the workers there are union! But there are many alternatives!