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Behind the Bastards

CHAPTER

Union Struggles in Coffee Culture

This chapter explores the hurdles a union encounters while advocating for better working conditions and wages in the coffee industry, particularly during negotiations that have stalled due to management's legal maneuvers. It highlights the impact of punitive actions on morale among union members and the importance of grassroots organizing in the face of corporate tactics designed to undermine their efforts. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the evolution of coffee culture and the necessity for consumer awareness and solidarity among workers to foster improved labor practices.

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