Hundreds of union baristas from 26 Starbucks stores across nearly 20 new cities have joined the ongoing strike led by Starbucks Workers United .

The strike began on Nov. 13, Starbucks’ Red Cup Day, with employees at 65 stores in more than 40 cities. Since then, the strike has grown to approximately 2,500 baristas from more than 120 stores in 85 cities. The union is calling this the “largest and longest strike” in the company’s history.

“It’s time for Brian Niccol and Starbucks executives to stop stalling and cut the excuses,” Michelle Eisen, Starbucks Workers United spokesperson, said.

In Seattle, several pickets have taken place in front of various Starbucks locations.

Ninety-two percent of unionized Starbucks baristas voted in favor of striking.

Starbucks operates around 17,000 co

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