Last week, six starbuck's stores voted to unionize in up state new york. That brings the total number of unions in New York City to 16. But just because you've unionized doesn't mean that you get the benefits of a union. The contract is the document that says, ok, these are the benefits you are going to get.
Starting a union can be a tall order, but many baristas have found it’s an effective way to venti their frustration with management.
This episode was produced by Will Reid, edited by Matt Collette, engineered by Paul Mounsey, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, and hosted by Noel King.
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