Starbucks, Philadelphia settle with 2 black men in ‘trespassing’ case
Money can be a powerful symbol—even when it’s a small figure.
Many are remarking on the $1 apiece settlement that two African-American
men received from the City of Philadelphia after they were arrested while
waiting for a friend at Starbucks. Beyond that, though, the city is setting
up a $200,000 fund for grants benefitting young entrepreneurs of color.
While much media attention is going to the city’s actions, Starbucks has
quietly agreed to pay the Donte Robinson and Rashon
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