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Re: Levi Strauss DEFUNDS Boy Scouts

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From: W. David Rohwer
Date: Sun, 10 Jan 1993 05:45
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In article <1992Dec30.165849.16524@samba.oit.unc.edu> Michael.Bohl@launchpad.unc.edu (Michael Bohl) writes:
>I just spoke with a customer service representative from Levi Strauss and
>Co. concerning their defunding of the Boy Scouts of America.  I was not
>certain I knew the reason so I asked their representative for an
>explanation.  She said it was because,
>
>	"The Boy Scouts discriminate against atheists and homosexuals."
>
>If you have an opinion on this matter (either side of the issue) you can
>call 
>
>		1-800-362-5377
>
>to let them know how you feel.  
>
>Additionally, in this era of consumer activism, may I suggest an
>appropriate buying pattern of their products.
>
>This applies whether you choose to purchase their jeans, etc. because you
>approve of their actions, or whether you cease purchasing their products
>because you don't.  

     Put me on record for supporting Levi Strauss' action of defunding the
Boy Scouts.  I will continue to purchase Levi's jeans.

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From: rohwerwd@netcom.com (W. David Rohwer)
Subject: Re: Levi Strauss DEFUNDS Boy Scouts
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