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Analysis: Politicians to blame for grocery store closures
Congratulations, everyone. The politicians saved the grocery stores. Except, of course, for the ones that are closing.
10 hours ago6 min read
They block grocery stores—then build their own at four times the cost
To be clear, not every community will attract a grocery store overnight, even with fewer barriers. There are places where the economics are genuinely difficult. But that makes it all the more important not to sabotage the projects that are viable.
Apr 213 min read
Oh, the absurdity: Government-run grocery stores are laughable
When politicians start promising cheaper milk and lettuce, it’s time to check your wallet—and your common sense.
Nov 1, 20252 min read
Grocery store closures are exactly what some politicians asked for
Grocery competition doesn’t just come from the store down the street anymore—it comes from Amazon dropping food on your doorstep, Walmart offering rock-bottom prices, and Costco selling everything in bulk. Albertsons and Kroger needed each other to stand a chance.
Aug 22, 20252 min read
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