Joseph Schmidt and Tom Gordon, recently terminated Market Basket supervisors, expressed deep disappointment at their firings and indicated their belief that the board's motivations were more strategic than substantiated. The board cited insubordination and inappropriate behavior as reasons for their dismissal following an investigation. Contrarily, Schmidt and Gordon reject these claims, feeling they were unjustly accused and suggesting that they have been wrongfully characterized as part of a coup against CEO Arthur T. Demoulas, who also faces potential problems with the board. Both emphasized their loyalty and lengthy service to the company.
Joseph Schmidt claimed that the board put forth a narrative that the supervisors had engaged in inappropriate conduct, stating, 'They have not met their prima facie case to establish that there was anything inappropriate going on.'
Tom Gordon expressed his disappointment over his termination, stating, 'It's very disheartening. I've given my life to this company, which I enjoyed.'
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