Some Starbucks workers are entering the third week of a strike the company says has had little impact on its business or its customers.
Starbucks Workers United, which represents employees at about 550 of the chain's estimated 17,000 U.S. locations, has been on strike since Nov. 13. The strikes began at some locations in 65 cities and as of Nov. 28, some baristas in 85 cities have joined the demand for better hours and pay and resolution for alleged unfair labor practices, a Starbucks Workers United news release states.
However, the company said these numbers are inflated. Jaci Anderson, Starbucks Corps. spokesperson, told USA TODAY on Dec. 1 that only about 55 stores are impacted by the strikes, and that 29 of the original striking stores have reopened.
The nearly three-week-long strikes have been deemed the "Red Cup Rebellion," as they began on Starbucks' Red Cup Day, when customers may receive a free, reusable red cup with a beverage purchase.
Here's what we know, as of Dec. 1.
