Disneyland parades and characters cast members file for vote to unionize

ANAHEIM, Calif. (KABC) -- Disneyland's parades and characters cast members have filed for a vote to unionize.

The Actors' Equity Association made the announcement Wednesday. The group has filed cards signed by a majority of the 1,700 employees seeking to have the National Labor Relations Board conduct an election.

The union says the workers seek improvements in wages, benefits, scheduling and working conditions.

Disney officials say they support their cast members' right to a confidential vote that recognizes their individual choices.

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