The 10 worst things #WalMart did in 2014 From mistreating pregnant workers to illegally disciplining workers fighting for change, Walmart has stooped to dismal lows in 2014. In its hunt for endless profit, the world’s largest private employer continues to do everything in its power to squeeze workers and silence those who speak out. Fortunately, a growing number of workers are standing up through #OURWalmart, a community of former and current workers pushing for better labor conditions. Worker power is scaring Walmart into taking some of the most ruthless and chilling actions we’ve witnessed to date. Here are the top 10 of 2014. 1. Walmart’s propaganda campaign against OUR Walmart exposed. In the beginning of the year, leaked documents exposed Walmart’s propaganda campaign against those organizing for better working conditions through the group OUR Walmart. Read more: ufcw8.us/13QDj7p 2. Walmart was sued twice for mistreating pregnant workers. Legal organizations recently filed a second complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on behalf of a pregnant worker who was forced to work in unhealthy conditions. Read more: ufcw8.us/13QDj7p 3. Walmart steals millions in wages. Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court recently ruled that Walmart owes workers more than $150 million in stolen wages. Read more: ufcw8.us/13QDj7p
Posted on: Tue, 30 Dec 2014 16:50:46 +0000
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