Double Standards in the Workplace

Paper Summary:

The writer explores the standards that American workers demand and are given in the workplace, as compared to the substandard working conditions that American companies provide foreign workers overseas. The writer then discusses the impact of this practice on society, environment and the labor standards in general. The paper contends that the time has come for US companies to show by example to the rest of the world that it is possible to be fair and profitable at the same time.

Outline:
Introduction
Environment
Labor Conditions
The Problem
The Solution
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"During recent years, workers in the United States have watched helplessly as US corporations move their operations to other countries. While the corporations defend their actions with financial rhetoric the news media continues to uncover unsafe working conditions, environmental dumping and dirt poor wages for those foreign employees who were initially thrilled to have an American company come to their area of the world. When the world looks at America they often see a land of opportunity. They are aware that United States workers have a high standard by which they work. They are provided breaks, safety equipment, regular wage increases and many times, benefits for not only themselves but also for their families."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Boston-Based Sneaker Maker Denies Union's Charges on Overseas Labor.Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News; 12/30/1998; Reidy, Chris Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News
• Comparative E.E.O. law: pregnancy legislation in the United States and Taiwan. (equal employment opportunity law)Public Personnel Management; 6/22/1996; Kohl, John P.
• Workers rights: labor standards and global trade.Brookings Review; 9/22/2001; Burtless, Gary
• Wal-Mart's Impact on Worldwide Working Conditions Cited in Workers' Demand for WTO Labor, Human Rights Standards.US Newswire; 12/1/1999WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 /U.S. Newswire/

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