ABC 7 NYLOWER MANHATTAN (WABC) -- Over a dozen Starbucks workers raised their voices and picketed outside a store in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday morning.
It comes as New York City officials said they are aware of dozens of Starbucks that are closing as part of a $1 billion restructuring plan that will shutter more than 400 stores nationwide.
The baristas were joined by mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as they highlighted their demands for fair contracts.
Several Starbucks workers were fired, bringing attention to their demands calling for better wages, improved staffing and job protections.
It comes on the heels of the store closings, layoffs and as some workers have tried to unionize.
Similar picket lines are taking place in other cities as workers hope their cries are heard.
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