Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) lauded the unionization of 70,000 Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts, calling it a 'historic victory' for gig workers. The newly formed App Drivers Union has been certified by the Massachusetts Department of Labor Relations, allowing it to negotiate important terms such as pay, safety, and working conditions with the ride-sharing companies. Sanders urged Uber and Lyft to begin negotiations for a fair contract that ensures a living wage and dignity for the drivers. Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey echoed this sentiment, stating that ride-share drivers are vital to the workforce and deserve a voice in their employment conditions. This unionization marks a significant change in the ongoing debate over the classification of ride-share workers, with similar rights established in California and pending legislation in Illinois. The union's certification is seen as a crucial step towards improving the labor rights of gig economy workers.