American Apparel and the Workplace

American Apparel is a fascinating company, using the intersection of porn and socialism to sell t-shirts.
A street level profile of the company in New York Mag.

Recently there have been some allegations of sexual harassment leveled against Dov Charney, the company's founder. From the Times article in the Styles section:

Richard H. Koppes, also a Jones Day lawyer and a corporate governance expert, said laws governing the workplace have become more restrictive over the years, and that many companies spend a good deal of time making sure that "the tone at the top" is appropriate, ethical and legal. "It sounds like there's no adult presence at that company," he said of American Apparel. "The workplace is not a playground."

But there is little sympathy for the plaintiffs among at least some in the apparel industry. "If you're seasick, don't join the Navy," said Ilse Metchek, the executive director of the California Fashion Association, a trade group Mr. Charney belongs to. "Yes, he's a bizarre person, but that's no secret," she said. "It's there for you to see when you sign on for this opportunity."

"I couldn't work there, but I wouldn't even apply," she added. "Why would I presume to change the work habits of the owner of a private company. Does the name 'Hooters' say anything to you?"

Freedom, apparently does not apply to sexuality.