politics

The trump impact—where are we now?

A year after the public put a businessman in the White House for the first time, restaurateurs are still judging the effects.

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Post-election spending impact

Regardless of how wildly Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump celebrates victory on Nov. 8, restaurateurs are the ones likely to suffer a hangover.

Restaurateurs’ guide to the election

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 03, 2016

Here’s what’s at stake for the industry, how the parties are leaning on key issues, and which ballot initiatives are worth noting.

Post-election strife spills into restaurants

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 15, 2016

High emotions are triggering confrontations between Donald Trump's fans and detractors. Unfortunately for the industry, sometimes the combatants' battlefield of choice is the restaurant dining room.

Trump fans pick a fight with Starbucks baristas

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 22, 2016

A social media movement is trying to get "Trump" written upon request on customers' cups. If a staff member refuses, they're shamed in posted videos.

Starbucks takes on Donald Trump

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 30, 2017

In a letter sent to all employees, the chain promised to hire 10,000 refugees who might be affected by the president's executive order on immigration changes.

Restaurants brace for day without immigrant workers

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 15, 2017

Immigrant workers are being encouraged to skip work Thursday in a protest against President Trump's changes in U.S. immigration policy, and consumers of foreign origin are being asked not to spend money. Many restaurants have already said they'll close for the day in a show of solidarity--and perplexity at how to keep operating.

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