A downtown San Antonio Starbucks was among more than 100 nationwide whose workers went on strike Thursday in their largest labor action since a campaign to unionize the company’s stores began late last year.
Workers say they’re seeking better pay, more consistent schedules and higher staffing levels in busy stores. Stores in 25 states planned to take part in the labor action, according to the union. Strikers are handing out their own red cups with union logos.Starbucks, which opposes the unionization effort, said it is aware of the walkouts and respects its employees’ right to lawfully protest.
At least 257 Starbucks stores have voted to unionize since late last year, according to the National Labor Relations Board. Fifty-seven stores have conducted votes where workers opted not to unionize.
Fire every one of them, Starbucks.