JustBorn: Not that SWEET.

Why are Just Born Workers in Bethlehem on Strike?

For more than half a century, BCTGM Local 6 budget by millions. Initally, the Union applauded (Philadelphia) and Just Born Quality Confections these efforts. According to CEO David Shaffer, have enjoyed a positive working relationship. profits were“off the charts” and sales were But in 2015, the company began attacking the growing by “double-digits”. And then came the workers’ union contract. Just Born wants to end attacks on the union. the pension plan, offer substandard wage increases What are the workers and significantly increase the workers’ share of health striking for? insurance costs. The dedicated Bethlehem candy workers have What made the invested many years of company become so their lives to producing adversarial and attack Peeps, Hot Tamales, the union? Goldenberg’s Chews and Mike&Ike for Just Born. A few years ago the The company, and its company wanted to profits, have benefited accelerate its growth. A new management team from the workers’ skills and loyalty. Workers at Just was brought in that invested in the company’s Born simply want to be treated with respect on the manufacturing and increased the advertising job and to retire with dignity.

SUPPORT STRIKING Just Born workers in Bethlehem! Consumers can show support by not purchasing Peeps, Hot Tamales, Mike & Ike’s, and Goldenberg Peanut Chews this and holiday season. Additionally, use Facebook and Twitter to tell CEOs Ross Born and David Shaffer to negotiate in good faith and stop attacking their hard-working employees who have spent decades making high-quality candy products that Americans enjoy every day. • Facebook: Just Born, Inc., Hot Tamales Candy, Mike and Ike, Peeps Brand • Twitter: @JustBornInc

BCTGM Local 6 Hank McKay, President • phone: 267.387.6383 • web: www.bctgm6.org