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--- Quote from: mawyatt on March 01, 2022, 01:39:26 am --- --- Quote from: cdev on March 01, 2022, 12:42:26 am ---They get labor really cheap when they do that. That way they don't "need to" go to other countries. Or pay a national minimum wage. Personally it kind of bothers me when companies that take my money use prison labor. But I guess no law says they have to tell people. In fact I would be surprised if any law required them to tell people. How did you find out that fact? Some other means than a label telling you? --- Quote from: mawyatt on February 28, 2022, 05:25:41 pm ---Awhile back recall MiniCircuits used prison labor to assemble certain components. Best, --- End quote --- --- End quote --- I remember it from many years ago, but don't recall the exact source. Likely an article or something, and recall it was in NY prisons. Personally I see nothing wrong (likely why Mini Circuits could sell some components so reasonable, and not have them imported from China). In fact, think it's a good idea to help a few folks develop a skill they can use when they get out, sort of a vocational training and help keep them off welfare!! Best, --- End quote --- It's a bit odd that many times punishment vs education is not even near with out one day or not. Though can't accept Norwegian way either, where someone is forced to keep company or be present with a bad guy. |
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