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UFCW members are the heart behind the holiday brands we\u2019ve all come to love\u2014brands like Butterball, Boar\u2019s Head, Hanover, Reddi-Wip. For those who work in food processing, their knowledge and expertise help ensure the turkey that makes its way to your grocery store has been properly prepared and is safe to eat, and their skilled quality control makes sure Stove Top Stuffing and Marie Callender\u2019s pies will taste just like you remembered.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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UFCW members also sacrifice time with their families to keep Albertsons, Kroger, Safeway, Giant, and so many other union grocery stores open during the holidays. We know they\u2019ve saved countless holiday feasts from disaster by making sure families across America can make that last minute run to the grocery store if they need to.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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For those of us fortunate enough to be able to sit down and spend time with our loved ones tomorrow, let\u2019s pause to be thankful for the Thanksgiving heroes whose hard work and dedication help make possible the traditions and warm memories we make year after year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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