Facemasks will be commonplace at most Starbucks locations, as the company said Thursday that it will require all customers to wear facial coverings at all company-owned locations, starting July 15.
Starbucks' announcement comes as retailers and restaurants try to navigate protecting their employees’ health during the coronavirus pandemic without agitating customers who do not wear a mask, even if it is required by the state or locality. Social media videos show customers berating or even becoming violent with cashiers, salespeople and baristas who ask them to wear a mask or leave the establishment.
With the decision today, Starbucks joins the growing list of companies that require customers to wear masks, including Costco and major airliners.
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