Leaked Amazon Memo Reveals Strategy to Grow Influence in Southern California

The company plans to counter labor unions, influence legislation, and build partnerships with community groups and nonprofits.

Amazon's internal memo reveals plans to grow its influence in Southern California through charity work, courting local politicians, and pushing back against labor unions.
The memo, titled 'community engagement plan' for 2024, was leaked to the nonprofit labor organization Warehouse Worker Resource Center and its authenticity was independently verified.
Amazon's top public-policy priority in Southern California is addressing 'labor agitation' from the Teamsters and other groups.
The company plans to 'earn the trust' of community groups and nonprofits to push back against state bills that threaten Amazon's interests, including a legislation that would prohibit companies from building large warehouses near homes, schools, and other facilities.
Amazon also plans to 'positively affect' legislative attempts to ban single-use plastic by showcasing itself as a leader in sustainability.