Results: Starbucks Closing Nationwide To Conduct Racial-bias Education

The Seattle-based chain has come under fire after staff at one of its Philadelphia locations called the police on two African-American men when they didn't buy anything and asked to use the restrooms. The men were told restrooms were only for paying customers only and they explained they were waiting for a friend, who later arrived. Police arrested them, though Starbucks didn't press charges. Are you aware of the incident that occurred in the Philadelphia Starbucks?

Do you believe that anti-discrimination instruction that is "designed to address implicit bias, promote conscious inclusion, prevent discrimination and ensure everyone inside a store feels safe and welcome," should be mandatory training for all employees in customer service roles?

Have you ever used the restroom of a quick service restaurant without purchasing anything? In the comments describe your experience when you interacted with employees.

Have you ever been denied access to the restroom of a functioning quick service restaurant? In the comments describe your experience when you interacted with employees.

If you saw an act of racial discrimination committed by an authority figure, would you question or confront the authority figure?

Have you ever felt that you were treated unfairly when visiting a quick service restaurant due to your race? In the comments share your experience.