Jail the Bankers Not the Workers Rally 12/9

Demonstration by labor and social justice groups called attention to the hypocrisy of workers being laid-off at a Chicago Glass Factory, because Bank of America had cut off credit necessary for continued pay-roll loans. The workers lost their jobs, health care, and benifits on a moments notice without a hearing or special meeting called by the employer as required under Illinois Labor Law. Taking Direct Action to protect their jobs and retirement, the workers have occupied the Glass Factory, and refuse to leave until an open meeting is convened with the employer. In the tradition of labor radicalism and building the movement, not only must the employers accounting books be opened, but the financial institution which missused tax payer monies - Bank of America, should be convicted of fraud and deceit to workers and taxpayers alike. The $25 billion dollar bailout was intended to allow B of A to continue with ongoing loans to companies such as the Chicago Glass Works for their day to day operations.

Jail the Bankers not the Workers!