The Arizona Republic has called the UFCW and its Coalition for Respect "bullies."  Noting that the UFCW has not been successful in convincing Bashas' members (employees) to support the union, the UFCW and Coalition are seeking to intimidate Bashas' into accepting the union or losing business. The Republic observed that the UFCW's campaign is using the same tactics the union used against Food Lion 10 years ago when the union was not able to win the support of Food Lion's employees in a democratic election.  The Republic concluded by calling the UFCW's tactics "embarrassing." view the complete article