Firms Seek Protection for Mexican Activist
From Reuters
Major U.S. clothing makers urged a Mexican state governor to ensure the safety of a labor activist who says he is under threat for defending garment workers’ rights.
In a letter, the companies called on Puebla Gov. Mario Marin to protect Martin Barrios, his family and other members of a local rights commission who have brought complaints against factories that make clothes for top U.S. brands.
The companies are Gap Inc., American Eagle Outfitters Inc., Levi Strauss & Co., Phillips-Van Heusen Corp., Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. and Warnaco Inc.
