The workers  formed the Japanese Mexican Labor Association to press their concerns. While one ethnic group can often be pitted against another to undermine labor solidarity, the Oxnard Strike of 1903 unified them, as their efforts brought the industry to a standstill until their demands were met.
To voice their grievances, the workers established the Japanese Mexican Labor Association. Contrary to the tendency for one ethnic group to oppose another to diminish labor solidarity, the Oxnard Strike of 1903 united them; their concerted efforts caused the industry to cease until their demands were fulfilled.