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In a letter sent to The Star, the company said it had nothing to do with the Black Friday Protest Movement’s campaign to gather professionals, businessmen, and students at Starbucks outlets for a peaceful expression of disapproval of the Arroyo government.


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BLACK FRIDAY PROTEST MOVEMENT

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Starbucks keeps away from protests

By Michael Punongbayan | March 4, 2006 - 12:00am

Rustan Coffee, the authorized licensee of Starbucks Coffee in the Philippines, emphasized yesterday that it had no involvement in last night’s silent protest action against President Arroyo held at its coffee...

Headlines

You hate GMA? Go to Starbucks

March 3, 2006 - 12:00am

Next time you visit an upscale coffee franchise, be sure to ask for decaf, whipped cream… and a new president. Critics of President Arroyo are exploring a different venue to express their displeasure with...

News Commentary