On October 5, a Starbucks store named 'Charbucks' in Taos, New Mexico was burned down, allegedly by arsonist residents opposing the chain's presence in their town.
'According to Reuters, the building contractor has set up security measures including video cameras and a guard, indicating ongoing concerns about potential future attacks.'
The expansion of Starbucks has evoked similar reactions as past instances where large retailers like Walmart faced resistance from local businesses fearing for their survival.
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