Starbucks Strike Looms as Pride Decor Dispute Escalates at 150 Stores Nationwide

In addition to the disagreement concerning Pride decorations, Starbucks employees are planning to go on strike due to allegations that the company is deliberately delaying contract negotiations with the union.

Starbucks Workers United asserts that Starbucks is not engaging in sincere bargaining, which involves both parties presenting proposals and working towards a compromise.

STRIKE WITH PRIDE! Seattle Roastery leads nationwide Starbucks strike over Starbucks’ hypocritical treatment of LGBTQIA+ workers. Over 150+ stores and 3,500 workers will be on strike over the course of the next week.

— Starbucks Workers United (@SBWorkersUnited) June 23, 2023

The union claims that despite submitting non-economic proposals for over eight months and economic proposals for over a month, Starbucks has not agreed to even a single clause or countered with its own proposals.

According to Starbucks Workers United, Starbucks’s actions are seen as stalling rather than engaging in genuine bargaining.

The nationwide strike marks a significant turning point in the ongoing conflict between Starbucks Workers United and the corporation, drawing widespread attention to allegations of banning Pride decorations and accusations of unfair negotiation practices.

The ultimate outcome of this situation could have far-reaching implications, not only for Starbucks but also for the broader discussion on workers’ rights and corporate accountability.