Black Former McDonald's Franchisees Sue For Racial Discrimination

The transcript discusses allegations of racial discrimination against 52 former McDonald's franchisees who owned around 200 stores. They claim they were given less profitable locations with higher security costs, leading to a lawsuit filed in Chicago. The franchisees seek compensation of $4 to $5 million per store. McDonald's denies these allegations, despite a history of similar accusations and lawsuits.

What was the main issue faced by the 52 former franchisees?

• They were provided with free security services.

• They were racially discriminated against and forced to sell their stores.

• They were not given any stores to operate.

• They were given stores with the highest sales volumes.

Where was the lawsuit against McDonald's filed?

• Chicago

• New York

• Los Angeles

• Houston

What compensation are the franchisees seeking per store?

• $3 to $4 million

• $2 to $3 million

• $1 to $2 million

• $4 to $5 million

How did McDonald's respond to the allegations?

• They denied the allegations and defended their history.

• They accepted the allegations.

• They ignored the allegations.

• They offered immediate compensation.

What historical issues have been associated with McDonald's regarding black franchisees?

• Increased profits

• Boycotts and discrimination charges

• No historical issues

• Only positive feedback