Wow - what a great article! Your mom is way too bad-ass! Love her!
I hated what happened to her -- which is why I will always be a big supporter of unions; she's 100% right: if we don't as a society make sure and protect our workers, the kinds of situations she described is 100% what corporations will do without batting an eye to protect their bottom line.
Great personal advice! Tell her we admire her and congratulate her on her achievements!!!