Liberation Audio Pandemic reveals worker exploitation in Texas meatpacking industry
Jun 13, 2020
Worker exploitation and lack of safety measures in the Texas meatpacking industry during the pandemic are highlighted in this episode. It discusses a COVID-19 outbreak at Quality Sausage Co. resulting in deaths and infections, the high infection rates among immigrant workers, and the negligence of companies in testing and informing employees. The history of worker exploitation in the Amarillo meatpacking industry and the challenges faced by workers during the pandemic, including limited healthcare resources, are also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Exploitation and Lack of Protection in Texas Meatpacking Industry During Pandemic
04:09 • 2min
Worker Exploitation and COVID-19 Challenges in the Texas Meatpacking Industry
05:50 • 2min
Healthcare Crisis and Exploitation in the Texas Meatpacking Industry
07:25 • 3min