Pappageorge emphasized the strength and determination of the Virgin Las Vegas workers, urging potential visitors to reconsider their plans. "The message to anyone considering staying at Virgin Hotels is clear: Check out. Every other hotel in Las Vegas has professional staff who have settled contracts and respect their workers. Virgin is relying on temporary workers, which is unprofessional and unfair."
Pamela Holmes, a lead usher at Virgin Las Vegas and Culinary Union member for 15 years, also participated in the protest. "I got arrested tonight because I am fighting for a fair contract," she said. "We’ve been clear in our message to the company: Workers make the company successful and we deserve a contract that reflects our contributions."
Holmes criticized Virgin Las Vegas for its stance on contract negotiations. "Virgin Las Vegas’ repeated claims about letting workers vote are insulting. I am on the negotiating committee and we’ve already voted multiple times to not settle for a second-class contract. It’s time for Virgin Las Vegas to listen to us."