Related
PITTSBURGH (Newsradio 1020 KDKA) - Following the death of George Floyd and other African Americans while in police custody, Giant Eagle has announced several actions they are taking, including halting the sale of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
“In western Pennsylvania, we have also made the decision to halt sales of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette due to recent actions by the publication. It is critical that we uphold the values that have defined Giant Eagle for nearly 90 years. These measures will remain in place until the publication demonstrates an equal commitment to all those in the communities it serves,” a statement from the company says.
In addition, Giant Eagle and its foundation will contribute $350,000 to support social justice causes.
Also, all Giant Eagle, Market District and GetGo locations will close on Saturday, June 13 from 7 to 8 a.m. “so we can begin to engage our Team Members in a discussion about our personal experiences and what steps can be taken to affect change in ourselves and in our communities.”
A statement from the grocery chain’s President and CEO Laura Shapira Karet says,
“It is impossible to understand all the senseless deaths of African Americans, including George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and too many others whose stories have been pulled into the national spotlight, as well as the countless victims whose stories go untold. We at Giant Eagle have taken time to self-reflect on what we as individuals and as an organization must do to stand up against racism and social injustice. Words are important, but they are not nearly enough. The time for action is now.”
___Listen to KDKA Radio on the RADIO.COM AppTell your smart speaker to "play News Radio 10 20 KDKA"Receive email updates from KDKA RadioFollow KDKA Radio: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram