Danny Glover Arrested at Nonviolent Sodexo Union Protest

[Omaha Steve]

My thanks for the heads up from a couple other DUers!

http://www.huliq.com/3257/danny-glover-arrested-sodexo-nonviolent-protest

Danny Glover, 63, perhaps best known for his role as a police officer, found himself on the other side of the law on Friday being arrested at Sodexo union protest.. Unlike some, like Lindsay Lohan or Mel Gibson, for example, it wasn't about drunk driving, but rather an example of nonviolent protest.

Danny Glover was arrested along with 11 other protesters. Those arrested included the outgoing head of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Andy Stern. He recently announced he was stepping down, although he has two more years left as the head. Speaking on NPR, he said it was time for "fresh blood." While union membership has declined during his time as SEIU president, the SEIU's memebership has increased.



In terms of this protest, it involved the French company Sodexo. The protest took place at the U.S. offices of the company, in Gaithersburg, MD. Others arrested included former Sodexo canteen cashier Terry Shelley. The group was arrested after crossing a police line outside the company's offices, refusing to step back.

The twelve, including Danny Glover, were issued citations for trespassing and released. Police stated that the dozen could face a $1,000 fine or 90 days in jail.

Actions like the one involving Danny Glover have taken place at 11 sites across the U.S. The actions were reportedly taken after 16 Sodexo workers, including Shelly, were laid off after trying to unionize or becoming involved in union activities. Sodexo said it was not against unionization, per se. Instead, it accused the SEIU of inciting the Sodexo employees.

FULL story at link.

[tavalon]

1. Danny Glover is a good man

I would be proud to stand with him as a union member.