Starbucks has agreed to recognize the Starbucks Workers United Union (@SBWorkersUnited), marking a significant victory for labor organizing within the company after years of union-busting tactics, costing the company nearly a quarter-billion dollars. This decision affects approximately 300 stores and 9,000 workers. The agreement to negotiate with the union represents a major step forward for Starbucks workers who have been advocating for their rights and for better labor relations. Political figures and labor activists, expressing their support, highlight its importance for workers and the broader economy, with many standing #UnionStrong. The move to negotiate with the Starbucks Workers United Union is seen as a landmark moment for labor relations, not just at Starbucks, but across the American labor landscape.
After years of relentless union busting — costing the company nearly a quarter-billion dollars, in one estimate — Starbucks Workers United has now forced the corporation to negotiate. It may prove the most important organizing breakthrough in decades. https://t.co/zMbUioW4Ot
Congratulations to the workers at the table who are pushing this movement forward. Starbucks should’ve agreed to begin these discussions long ago, but this is welcome progress. I’m proud to stand with @SBWorkersUnited in Ohio & always order my coffee #UnionStrong. https://t.co/oMTUmL4VXN
New: Starbucks’s new commitment to work with @SBWorkersUnited union to end hostilities and hash out a “fair process” for labor organizing is a landmark moment for labor relations — both at the coffee chain that’s long resisted organizing, and far beyond it https://t.co/HD3IEqKVrb
Starbucks Workers United Union have won Union recognition after years of union-busting tactics from Starbucks. It’s a massive breakthrough for the 300 stores and 9,000 workers that made it happen - as well as for all American workers.
This is a major step forward for Starbucks workers who stood up and made their voices heard so courageously. I am proud to stand with them and glad to see Starbucks coming to the table. Unions are good for workers and good for our economy! Let’s get this contract done! https://t.co/FjSZbASm5x