California Supreme Court rightly defends gig workers from Big Labor

On Thursday, the California Supreme Court unanimously upheld Proposition 22, the voter-approved ballot measure protecting app-based drivers. The ruling is a victory for worker freedom and the initiative process.

Prop. 22 was overwhelmingly approved by California voters in 2020, with nearly 59% of voters agreeing that companies like Uber and Lyft may continue to offer gig work to drivers who wish to transport riders or deliver goods as independent contractors.

The arrangement worked...