Death on a Dairy Farm

4/30/2023

This article tells the story of Jefferson Rodriguez, an undocumented immigrant who worked on a dairy farm in Wisconsin. It highlights the exploitative conditions faced by immigrant workers in the dairy industry, including low pay, long hours, and dangerous working conditions. The article delves into the challenges Rodriguez faced, such as the lack of legal protections and the constant fear of deportation. It also examines the broader issues within the dairy farming sector, including the reliance on undocumented labor and the systemic exploitation of workers. Through Rodriguez's story, the article sheds light on the human cost of our food system and the need for greater protections and reforms in the agricultural industry.

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