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Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - btfc - 10-30-2010
http://apnews.excite.com/article/20101029/D9J5KTK80.html
"COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A handful of McDonald's employees in northeastern Ohio received handbills in their most recent paychecks suggesting they vote for three Republican candidates.
"If the right people are elected we will be able to continue with raises and benefits at or above our present levels," the insert said. "If others are elected we will not."
The fast food chain's corporate headquarters in Oak Brook, Ill., quickly condemned the action by Canton franchisee Paul Siegfried, saying it violated company policy. Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner, the Democratic elections chief, said she was launching an investigation because the action appeared to violate Ohio election laws.
Allen Schulman, an attorney representing one of the employees, said Friday he had forwarded the paycheck insert to Canton's city law director, citing state and federal laws against corporate advocacy in elections.
"It's no surprise to anyone that Ohio is a battleground state in this election, and for a multinational corporation like McDonald's to threaten employees like this is morally and legally wrong," Schulman said in a statement.
Siegfried issued an apology later Friday, emphasizing the value he places on employees and their freedom of choice in the upcoming election.
"Distributing this communication was an error of judgment on my part," Siegfried said in a statement. "Please know, it was never my intention to offend anyone. For those that I have offended, I sincerely apologize."
The handbill with a simple McDonald's logo at the top recommended votes for Republicans John Kasich for governor, Rob Portman for U.S. Senate, and Jim Renacci for Ohio's 16th congressional district. A Renacci campaign flier was also included."
Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - Jimmypoo - 10-30-2010
Were all the candidates dressed as Ronald McD in the flyer? That would be Truth in Advertising.
Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - RgrF - 10-30-2010
Well at least he didn't tell them not to vote.
Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - $tevie - 10-30-2010
It sounds like the franchise owner is a bit of a dumbo, but it isn't fair to try to blame "a multinational corporation like McDonald's". But of course, they have the deep pockets, not Siegfried. 8-)
Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - Acer - 10-30-2010
So, if the owner catches wind that I did not vote as he recommends, could my job be in danger? Sounds like pretty solid grounds for a suit to me. Maybe the franchise owner had better consult his lawyer before making any further voting suggestions.
Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - Mac1337 - 10-30-2010
What is a "handbill"?
Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - $tevie - 10-30-2010
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=handbill
Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - RgrF - 10-30-2010
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Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - RgrF - 10-30-2010
Dakota wrote:
What is a "handbill"?
Dakota's lack of education once again demonstrates itself; his refusal to "Google" also suggests a lazy personality who only wants to provoke response and draw attention to himself.
Re: Ohio McDonald's gives voting advice in paychecks - Mac1337 - 10-30-2010
RgrF wrote:
Dakota's lack of education once again demonstrates itself; his refusal to "Google" also suggests a lazy personality who only wants to provoke response and draw attention to himself.
Aw, shut up!