Baristas of the world unite: Mamdani calls for Starbucks boycott
Coffee drinkers of the world, unite?
New York City’s socialist Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is urging his followers to boycott Starbucks as union workers go on strike across the country.
The call could show how Mamdani – a pro-union voice who has promised New Yorkers free buses, a rent freeze and free child care – plans to use his newfound political influence, Business Insider noted.
“Starbucks workers across the country are on an Unfair Labor Practices strike, fighting for a fair contract,” Mamdani wrote in a Thursday night post on X to his 1.1 million followers. “While workers are on strike, I won’t be buying any Starbucks, and I’m asking you to join us.
“Together, we can send a powerful message: No contract, no coffee.”
“New Yorkers can absolutely expect the Mayor-elect to stand unequivocally with labor,” said transition spokesperson Dora Pekec.
Starbucks did not immediately respond to The Post’s requests for comment.
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