On the Line: REI Union Boycotts Anniversary Sale

REI Union workers have launched a 10-day boycott of REI Co-op's Anniversary Sale to protest what they call the outdoor retailer's "bad faith bargaining" after negotiations ended without a contract. The union rejected REI's final offer, which included a moratorium on organizing activity and a non-disparagement agreement. Workers at REI's 11 unionized stores will continue working as usual, but are urging shoppers to skip the sale in solidarity. REI has called the move "disappointing" and stands ready to negotiate, but not on social media or in response to pressure campaigns.