Schultz Says He Didn't Fire Worker for Organizing Unions

The transcript covers a legal inquiry into Starbucks' alleged misconduct during a union organizing campaign in Buffalo, NY. It includes questions about firing, disciplining, coercing, and intimidating workers involved in union activities. The discussion also touches on the withholding of benefits from unionized workers, with Starbucks' representative explaining their understanding of legal constraints.

What was Starbucks accused of during the union organizing campaign in Buffalo, NY?

• Egregious and widespread misconduct

• Hiring more employees

• Reducing coffee prices

• Providing extra benefits to union supporters

What legal reminder was given to Mr. Schultz before answering questions?

• To not disclose financial information

• To speak only about future plans

• To avoid discussing company secrets

• To refrain from making fraudulent statements

Did Mr. Schultz admit to being involved in firing workers part of the union organizing drive?

• Yes, he admitted to it

• He refused to answer

• He was unsure

• No, he denied involvement

What was Mr. Schultz's understanding regarding providing benefits to unionized workers?

• They had to provide more benefits

• They could only provide benefits to non-union workers

• They were legally restricted from providing benefits

• They could provide benefits freely

What did Mr. Schultz say about conversations that could be interpreted differently?

• He never had such conversations

• He admitted they could be misinterpreted

• He claimed they were always clear

• He refused to comment on them