<ul><li>Starbucks discriminated on the basis of race and sex through its diversity, equity and inclusion programs, according to a lawsuit filed by the Missouri Attorney General.</li><li>The lawsuit alleged that Starbucks employed race- and sex-based quotas, unlawfully segregated employees, and provided extra job benefits to 'preferred minorities'.</li><li>Starbucks spokesperson denied the allegations, stating that their hiring practices are inclusive and fair.</li><li>This lawsuit follows previous legal challenges against Starbucks' diversity programs and comes at a critical time for DEI initiatives.</li></ul>

Starbucks’ DEI policies labeled ‘discriminatory’ in Missouri attorney general’s lawsuit

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