Old McDonald had a farm and a hamburger joint – but no employees
The simple family farmer in the folk song “Old McDonald’s Farm” tended alone to his animals; he didn’t hire any farm workers. Much has changed since the era of Old McDonald, yet today’s farming corporations often claim they don’t “employ” any of the workers on their farms or ranches. Similarly, the McDonald’s Corporation, which started in a single store in 1948, claims it doesn’t employ any of the workers in its franchised restaurants. By denying employer status companies seek to avoid responsibility for ensuring that workers receive the minimum wage, Social Security coverage and other worker benefits and protections, and for negotiating with unions. …Read More
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