Foxconn Controversy

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Is technological advancement worth more than human lives ? There is controversy over Apple’s factories Foxconn producing Apple product in China, such as shocking working condition, pitiful payment, and evil intentions. The article addressing this matter ‘’ In China, Human Cost Are Built Into An IPad’’ By Charles Duhigg and David Barboza
Sweat, tiredness, and waddling legs. Article express by Charles Duhigg and David Barboza capture the feel of what it would be like working in these factories. They wrote about the many horrific signs of terrible working conditions; such as very bright lights, and workers being very tired of continuously doing long hours of works.

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