Acting globally
Date of publication: October 31, 2007
Source: Journal Sentinel
Editorial
Four years ago, the City of Milwaukee put itself squarely and commendably in the vanguard of the growing anti-sweatshop movement by approving an anti-sweatshop ordinance for city clothing purchases. Last week, the Common Council set the bar even higher by unanimously approving an ordinance that will cover all city purchases above $30,000. It's an example that other municipalities should consider following...