The ILWU negotiations with the PMA were fairly public (albeit the PMA's lying about ILWU wages)

The Stranger didn't know because the Stranger doesn't listen to anyone outside of its own echo chamber when it comes to issues like police labor relations and other nuanced topics. The Stranger only quotes sources that fit into a predetermined narrative. That is why your reporting is entertaining but is generally short of facts or any real analysis. There are solid progressives in this city who do know how sausage is made here, and are willing to talk, people who have been active behind the scenes longer then your reporters have been alive. But to no avail....

@2 is just about right.

As to substance, if Pete Holmes says should be open,
I am convinced.