AMERICAN LEFT HISTORY

This space is dedicated to the proposition that we need to know the history of the struggles on the left and of earlier progressive movements here and world-wide. If we can learn from the mistakes made in the past (as well as what went right) we can move forward in the future to create a more just and equitable society. We will be reviewing books, CDs, and movies we believe everyone needs to read, hear and look at as well as making commentary from time to time. Greg Green, site manager

Sunday, April 13, 2014

Demand 15 Bucks @ Starbucks

Saturday, Apr 12th, 3:30p @ Park St

$9,637 every hour!

That's how much Howard Schultz, the CEO of Starbucks makes while Starbucks workers get an average of less than $9 an hour! And that's not all. Asked about a $15/hr minimum wage, Schultz stoked fears about job losses at small businesses who he claimed "would not be able to afford it," while admitting that Starbucks could pay $15.

Ok, Howard, then stop hiding behind small businesses and pay Starbucks workers 15 now!

Join 15 Now New England on April 12th and show your support for $15/hr. We will be meeting at Park St at 3:00pm, then heading over to Starbucks on Winter St for an informational picket.