Global Solidarity:Focus on Central America |
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History A number of related developments came together in the Fall of 1998 to create the impetus for the Global Solidarity: Focus Central America project (GS:FCA). In the Spring of 1998, a series of articles in the Cincinnati Enquirer called into question the integrity of business practices of Chiquita Brands International, one of many multinational corporations operating in Central America. Subsequent to these articles, the integrity of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati was questioned for its acceptance of a large financial contribution from Carl Lindner, Chairman of the Board of Chiquita Brands International. In light of the Catholic Church's social teachings and the above two scenarios, the Social Action and World Peace (SAWP) Commission and the Priests' Council determined that some fact-finding would be appropriate concerning the operations of Cincinnati multinational companies in Central America. While there is no longer a standing committee in regards to this report, much of the work continues in our efforts for just immigration reform, corporate responsibility and socially responsible investing.
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