Advocacy group boycotts McDonald's for three reasons
A grassroots advocacy group, The People's Union USA, has initiated a week-long boycott of McDonald's, citing concerns over alleged price gouging, unfair labor practices, and tax avoidance.
The group accuses McDonald's of silencing workers, blocking union efforts, exploiting supply chains, and engaging in performative diversity initiatives while supporting policies that undermine labor rights.
The boycott call follows a period of difficulties for McDonald's, including a past E. coli outbreak, decreasing sales, and criticism for rolling back diversity programs.
Democratic senators previously accused McDonald's of price gouging, noting a significant increase in the company's net annual income, though McDonald's denies these allegations.
The People's Union USA, which has gained celebrity endorsements and raised substantial funds, is led by John Schwarz, who has a past conviction for disseminating voyeuristic material.
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