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Originally Posted by n david
I support local farmers and farmer's markets. But first and foremost is my family. I'm not spending twice the amount for the same products.
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It's not virtue signaling. Believe me, I'm not into virtue signaling. My philosophy concerning Walmart is due in part to having worked at a Walmart distribution center years ago, coupled with the fact I seem to NEVER find what I'm actually looking for there, plus the service is atrocious. When I do go I try to always use the self checkout line, and I avoid trying to ask any employees for help.
I support local businesses because I support family businesses in my local area when I can. Stewardship involves more than just "me and mine". The "mine" is a larger group than just the folks under my roof, in my opinion.
Internet shopping however has changed the scenery completely. A lot of times I simply can't find what I need in a brick and mortar store at all. When someone develops a model that delivers online purchases to the home within 24 hours, they'll be richer than Bill Gates.
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