DaaaihLoong writes: "Starbucks admits to using prison labor.

"In a statement, Starbucks public affairs director Audrey Lincoff said
Starbucks is aware that Signature uses inmate labor and believes its
contract with Signature is "entirely consistent with our mission
statement," which says the company will respect others, contribute to
the
community, and embrace diversity."

Of the inmate's (minimum wage) paycheck, the DOC takes nearly 50% for prison expenses and Starbucks (and other companies using prison laborers) save by not paying health insurance or retirement.

For the full story, go to:
http://www.seattleweekly.com/features/0152/news-ba rnett.shtml>"