Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Labor, Andrew Puzder, is CEO of CKE Restaurants, owner of Carl's Jr., Hardees, Green Burrito and Red Burrito. Puzder supports the repeal of the Affordable Care Act; opposes an increase in the minimum wage; argued against eligibility for overtime pay; and criticized paid sick leave policies. I guess Puzder thinks fast food workers lead too cushy a life. 

In the past CKE has been accused of running highly suggestive ads. Puzder's response? “We believe in putting hot models in our commercials, because ugly ones don’t sell burgers.” 

If you're offended by this Trump supporter, perhaps you should include Carl's Jr., Hardees, Green Burrito and Red Burrito on your boycott list.

An anti-boycott response would be to suggest that minimum wage employees might lose their jobs if business declines. That is a legitimate argument although if demand increases in other fast food chains, they may need to hire more workers. But, yes, it is a difficult decision. And a personal one.

“You can't make decisions based on fear and the possibility of what might happen.” 
― Michelle Obama

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