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From “This Is Uncomfortable”: The high price of cheap clothes

Make Me Smart

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The Struggles of Garment Workers in Los Angeles

Lorena, a seasoned garment worker, shares her journey in the industry, facing challenges due to her undocumented status and working under harsh conditions with low wages. The chapter sheds light on the impact of fast fashion on workers, emphasizing the physical toll of piece-rate payment systems and lack of basic amenities in factories.

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