Sunday, April 22, 2018

2 Black Men Arrested At Philly Starbucks: News and Updates

2 Black Men Arrested At Philly Starbucks:

News and Updates

On April 12, 2018, 2 African American men were arrested at the Philly Starbucks, and of course since then there has been a flurry of news reports on this incident.

What's most interesting is the comment section below these articles.  For sure some folks feel that you should not sit in a restaurant if you are not going to purchase something. And you especially should not use the bathroom if you have not made a purchase.  Now, I am aware that there are some stores that have a sign that says, "Bathroom for Patrons Only". However, this policy while it may be in effect in some places is not readily apparent in most stores.

I have traveled many, many times on the road, and have simply pulled over, go into the store and get the bathroom key.  Never was I made to feel I had to make a purchase.  It sort of comes with the territory.

Not to mention that typically, stores that sell food have to have a bathroom that can be used by patrons, but there certainly are occasions where someone sitting in the establishment, may not purchase anything at all, particularly if they have a certain diet, or are simply not hungry or even may not have the money to purchase anything at all.  There are so many different circumstances that can be sited here.

One thing that is certain, Starbucks is known for being a meeting place.  Sometimes folks just go in there to use the wifi, on the real, sometimes Starbucks is a bit pricey. 
I once read a meme that says, "Tired of me pulling the race card, stop giving me reason to use it."

In this video I will site excerpts from several news article.  A list of these article will be in the link in the description below.

The first article I wish to share with you is
'Sitting While Black' latest side of coined indignities

The second article is
A look at claims of racial bias in U.S. restaurants

Next we have
Protesters stage sit-ins at two Starbucks 
Samaria Bailey Tribune Correspondent  Apr 17, 2018 Updated 7 hrs ago

Then
Philly police chief: Officers did nothing wrong in Starbucks arrest

Also
Starbucks to train workers on 'unconscious bias'

Next
Starbucks apologizes, calls arrests 'reprehensible'
Bobbi Booker Tribune Staff Writer  Apr 17, 2018 Updated 4 hrs ago

Next we have
Lawmakers speak out and protesters sit-in following Starbucks arrests
Apr 16, 2018 Updated 7 hrs ago

Next
Starbucks CEO on arrests at Philadelphia store: 'They didn't deserve that'
by Danielle Wiener-Bronner   @dwbronnerApril 17, 2018: 7:25 PM ET

We also have
Protesters Gather Outside Philadelphia Starbucks After 2 Black Men Were Arrested There
One man led a call and response chant: "Today, this space is secure, secured by the people"
Published at 12:30 PM EDT on Apr 15, 2018 | Updated at 6:59 AM EDT on Apr 16, 2018

The next article
Starbucks 'Contrite' in Meetings With Philadelphia Officials as Outrage Persists Over Arrest of Black Men at Cafe
As Starbucks leadership met with elected leaders over last week's incident, a third day of protests carried on in Center City Philadelphia
Published at 5:19 PM EDT on Apr 16, 2018 | Updated at 7:43 AM EDT on Apr 17, 2018

Next we have
What 'Unconscious Bias' Really Is and Its Exhausting Effect

What does the term 'unconscious bias' really mean? And does it even apply to the now-notorious Starbucks arrests in Philadelphia?

Starbucks to Close Stores for an Afternoon for Bias Training

The training program is designed to address "implicit bias, promote conscious inclusion and prevent discrimination"
Published at 6:40 AM EDT on Apr 17, 2018 | Updated at 9:02 PM EDT on Apr 17, 2018

MORE READING:

'Sitting While Black' latest side of coined indignities

Lawmakers speak out and protesters sit-in following Starbucks arrests

Protesters stage sit-ins at two Starbucks

Starbucks apologizes, calls arrests 'reprehensible'



Philly police chief: Officers did nothing wrong in Starbucks arrest


Starbucks Apologizes to Philly Police Sergeant Denied Access to Restroom

What 'Unconscious Bias' Really Is and Its Exhausting Effect

Starbucks to Close Stores for an Afternoon for Bias Training

Starbucks 'Contrite' in Meetings With Philadelphia Officials as Outrage Persists Over Arrest of Black Men at Cafe

Protesters Gather Outside Philadelphia Starbucks After 2 Black Men Were Arrested There

Starbucks to Close Stores for an Afternoon for Bias Training

Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge review – ‘racism is a white problem’

Starbucks CEO on arrests at Philadelphia store: 'They didn't deserve that'

Philly Starbucks Manager Who Called Cops On Black Men Reportedly Has History of Targeting Non-White Customers

Philly Police Commissioner Admits He Played a ‘Significant Role’ In Making Starbucks Incident ‘Worse’