A majority of Uber and Lyft drivers interviewed
over the course of an hour recently at Los
Angeles International Airport said they support
the measure, with all citing the freedom to set
their own hours and work other jobs.
Jeff Hodge, a standup comic looking for his
big break, sees pros and cons of both sides but
being independent is a better fit for him.
“If I was a regular Joe, I’d be an employee,” Hodge
said. “It all depends on your lifestyle. If I wasn’t doing
anything else, I’d want the benefits. I’d want to be
able to come in and guarantee a certain amount of
hours, get a certain amount of pay, go home.”