HAMILTON TWP., New Jersey (WPVI) -- Workers at unionized Starbucks locations in Mercer County, New Jersey took part in a nationwide walkout on Wednesday.
Employees from the Hamilton and Hopewell township locations protested what they call unfair labor practices.
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Cities including Seattle, New York City, Memphis and Los Angeles also participated in the demonstration.
Workers are demanding livable wages, consistent scheduling and safe workplaces.
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In a statement, a Starbucks spokesperson said:
"Rather than publicizing rallies and protests, we encourage Workers United to live up to their obligations by responding to our proposed sessions and meeting us in-person to move the good faith bargaining process forward."