Monica Nicholsburg

Mari Cosgrove has been fighting for a contract since unionizing their Seattle store in 2022.

Mari Cosgrove has been fighting for a contract since unionizing their Seattle store in 2022.

In a statement, Starbucks accused the union of making unsustainable demands. Starbucks Workers United, representing the striking employees, says the company is failing to negotiate in good faith or offer meaningful raises. Starbucks has said the strike will not have a significant impact on store operations. For NPR News, I'm Monica Nicholsburg in Seattle.

In a statement, Starbucks accused the union of making unsustainable demands. Starbucks Workers United, representing the striking employees, says the company is failing to negotiate in good faith or offer meaningful raises. Starbucks has said the strike will not have a significant impact on store operations. For NPR News, I'm Monica Nicholsburg in Seattle.