Phil Knight

Phil Knight is the co-founder of Nike, a multinational corporation known for its athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. He is newsworthy due to recent scrutiny surrounding Nike's labor practices in its overseas factories, particularly in Indonesia. Recent reports contradict Nike's claims that its factory workers earn nearly double the local minimum wage. Workers in Indonesia report earning significantly less, highlighting the discrepancy between Nike's global averages and the reality on the ground. Furthermore, the articles shed light on the struggles of former labor activists who fought for better working conditions in Nike factories in the 1990s, some of whom now rely on donations. This renewed attention to Nike's labor practices raises questions about the company's social responsibility and the long-term impact of its manufacturing processes on workers in developing countries.