Antis to stage Starbucks Boycott on Valentine's Day

[TTA89]

I emailed Starbucks just to say thanks for this and got the following reply:

Dear Michael,


Thank you for contacting Starbucks.


Thank you for your feedback regarding Starbucks' policy on open carry laws.


At Starbucks, we deeply respect the views of our customers and recognize that there is significant and genuine passion surrounding the issue of open carry weapons laws. We comply with local laws and statutes in the communities we serve. Our long-standing approach to this issue remains unchanged and we abide by the laws that permit open carry in 43 U.S. states. Where these laws don't exist, openly carrying weapons in our stores is prohibited.



As the public debate around this issue continues, we encourage customers and advocacy groups from both sides to share their input with their public officials. We are extremely sensitive to the issue of gun violence in our society and believe that supporting local laws is the right way for us to ensure a safe environment for both partners and customers.


Sincerely,

Matthew
customer service
Starbucks

I received the exact same formatted reply yesterday.

 

[A1850]

The Starbucks at Station Landing in Medfah had no clue there was a ban. I bought some Moon Pies and a gift card anyway.

 

[terraformer]

Anyone heard any daily sales report yet?

You won't because they don't release that info. But it's likely statistically impossible to tell the sales increase for 1 day. There is too much variability in these types of things.
The point was made based on the public relations contacts and all of the good press.

 

[ARV]

Just got my coffee at the newport store. No protesters here. The lady looked at me funny when I told her thank you for supporting our rights. She probably has no idea.

Did you look up on the balcony?