The Coffee Podcast
Starbucks Sued Over 'Ethical' Claims
Feb 19, 2024
A lawsuit against Starbucks for allegedly false 'ethical' claims, interview with NCL CEO Sally Greenberg, exploring marketing claims, legalities of health claims on food products, serious allegations against Starbucks for labor violations, impact of consumer advocacy on ethical sourcing.
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Quick takeaways
- NCL aims to ensure ethical standards by protecting consumers and workers from abusive practices.
- Consumers hold power in driving change by voicing concerns and holding companies like Starbucks accountable for false ethical claims.
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Sally Greenberg discusses the National Consumers League's lawsuit against Starbucks for unethical sourcing practices
Sally Greenberg, CEO of the National Consumers League, explains the NCL's mission to protect consumers and workers from abusive practices. By focusing on consumer and worker protections, including safe workplace environments and fair credit card practices, the NCL aims to ensure ethical standards. Greenberg emphasizes the need for companies like Starbucks to address labor violations in their supply chain, highlighting the importance of genuine commitment to clean up such practices.
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