In the 'Nike Economy,' there are no standards, no borders and no rules. Clearly, the global economy isn't working for workers in China and Indonesia and Burma any more than it is for workers here in the United States. -John J. Sweeney

 

In the 'Nike Economy,' there are no standards, no borders and no rules. Clearly, the global economy isn't working for workers in China and Indonesia and Burma any more than it is for workers here in the United States.


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We had several good opportunities on goal in the second half. We played well tonight, but we see where we need to improve.

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We depend a lot on the guy upstairs in dire times, in addressing our concerns and looking for help.

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We can no longer allow multinationals to parade as agents of progress and democracy in the newspapers, even as they subvert it at the workplace. -John J. Sweeney
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A core part of the global market is what might be called the 'Nike Economy' - footloose companies that play countries against one another while seeking subcontractors with the lowest wages and cheapest conditions.

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