Tell Nike and Adidas No Cutting and Running From BJ&B! E action Keep BJ&B Open

[Omaha Steve]

http://www.unionvoice.org/campaign/BJBopen?rk=D7L0g7610zdOE



Keep BJ&B Open

Don’t let Nike and Adidas cut and run from BJ&B! This factory, the first unionized garment facility in the free trade zones of the Dominican Republic, has long been a symbol, a concrete testament to the power of student and worker solidarity. In 2003, with strong support from students and other solidarity activists, the workers won their hard-fought struggle for union representation and higher wages, an unprecedented victory. Unfortunately, since the establishment of the union, brands like Nike and Adidas have been attempting to systematically erode these gains by decreasing orders, rather than committing to workers’ rights. Because of this, the amazing victory that is BJ&B has been plunged into jeopardy. On February 22, the majority of the workforce was laid off and the factory announced its closure. This closure is a direct result of the business practices of Nike and Adidas and such behavior will not be tolerated! Tell Nike and Adidas that they must, by whatever means necessary, ensure that these union workers remain employed!

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