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Chicago Factory Workers End Occupation

1:29 pm By Maegan La Mala · Activism| Justice| Labor| chicago

12 Dec 2008

PH2008120602061.jpgThe takeover of The Republic Windows and Doors glass factory by workers were who unjustly laid off without the benefits they worked for, has ended.

Banks have agreed to to lend the failed company $1.75 million for outstanding wages and benefits.

“The occupation is over,” said Armando Robles, president of the United Electrical Workers local 1110, which led the sit-in.

Via / Slant Truth

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