“We knew if we could convince enough universities to cut their contracts with Russell, the company would finally be forced to meet the union's demands and reopen the factory. The 12-year history of sometimes quite militant student action around the country positioned us to successfully press our universities to use their purchasing leverage with Russell.” – Gautam Kumaraswamy, Purdue University, Junior (class of 2011), industrial engineering major.
“Our historic victory has sparked more and more students to join USAS, and our newest members will strengthen the organization to move forward to make an even broader impact on the global garment industry.” – Mary Yanik, University of Maryland, Junior, chemistry major.
United Students Against Sweatshops (USAS)
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