Glad we mostly agree. I am speaking for myself and those who cannot or feel their voices do not matter. This is common in countries where free speech is protected. Food deserts are a well-documented problem. Just because you personally do not know where a problem exists does not mean it is invalid. Smaller portions ALWAYS charging more is a direct result of unfettered capitalism.
This article sheds light on a concerning aspect of Dollar General's business model that often goes unnoticed. While the chain markets itself as offering low prices, it's clear that many customers are unwittingly paying premium prices for staple goods. Dollar General's strategy of stocking smaller pack sizes at higher per-unit costs contributes to significantly higher gross margins, benefiting shareholders at the expense of consumers.
Moreover, Dollar General's merchandising and real estate tactics disproportionately affect lower-income communities, exacerbating food deserts and limiting access to affordable groceries. As the company continues its rapid expansion, it's essential to address these issues and prioritize the well-being of both workers and customers over profit margins.
This article highlights the urgent need for greater oversight and regulation to ensure fair pricing and equitable access to essential goods, especially in underserved areas. https://dgme.info/login/
Smaller portions of items ALWAYS cost more on a per weight basis. Instead of complaining about Dollar General, how about we inform people on how to compare prices? People are responsible for their choices.
Corporations are responsible for their choices too and we should hold them accountable. If their practices are causing disparate impact, targeting consumers who have limited choices, limited incomes, and less ability to travel to get those "smarter with their money" prices, or pay shipping costs, corporations must answer for that. Like most "polarizing" issues in our country, there is a common ground to be found, where we can create balance. Dollar General and consumers and even their employees can all benefit. Corporations receive huge tax breaks and incentives and their influence has extreme impacts on our economy, politics, health, and food supply. It is not wrong for us to call them out when they work against our interests. The drive for profit over people is killing us. Blind capitalism is killing us. Many many many corporations throughout America's history to today have come by their billions dishonestly and at times illegally. I agree people are responsible for their choices. Let's not pretend though that corporations are somehow blameless. We have all participated in the making of this grossly inequitable system and perpetuated its doctrine, most of us unwittingly, thanks to our middle to low incomes and other limited resources. The fantasy that everyone gets a fair shot in America has been utterly debunked. Improving systems to benefit all, not just millionaires and billionaires, is a logical step in protecting ourselves and future generations. Saving what is good and eliminating what does not serve us, or worse harms us, is our responsibility and our right. Democracies must stand up against unchecked capitalism and the devastation it continues to cause.
I generally agree, but that doesn't change the fact that smaller portions of items ALWAYS cost more at literally every store everywhere. And where are these places where the residents can only shop at Dollar Generals?
"We have all participated in the making of this grossly inequitable system and perpetuated its doctrine" speak for yourself, not everyone else.
Right. I mean, I thought this was going to be some kind of expose? But - I already knew this. Working class families aren't ignorant of, like, the literal size of a jar of peanut butter at DG vs. Walmart.
I've used Dollar General (and Family Dollar, both walking distance from my apartment) when I'm out of food, can't afford a full grocery run at the moment, and I need to tide things over for a few days.
Like, I have a Sam's Club membership, I use coupons and cash back apps, I try to plan ahead.
But, sometimes kids are hungrier than you thought they'd be! Or you unexpectedly have extra people at dinner all week, or the fridge went out and won't be fixed for a few days, or you tried a new thing and everyone "hates" it.
So, no food left but you've got some cash still, you don't want to use gas, and it's like, "Guess it's time to walk a block and get a couple small boxes of Kraft mac'n'cheese and canned peas to tide us over 'til payday."
It happens! I do feel bad for the employees, though.
Glad we mostly agree. I am speaking for myself and those who cannot or feel their voices do not matter. This is common in countries where free speech is protected. Food deserts are a well-documented problem. Just because you personally do not know where a problem exists does not mean it is invalid. Smaller portions ALWAYS charging more is a direct result of unfettered capitalism.
This article sheds light on a concerning aspect of Dollar General's business model that often goes unnoticed. While the chain markets itself as offering low prices, it's clear that many customers are unwittingly paying premium prices for staple goods. Dollar General's strategy of stocking smaller pack sizes at higher per-unit costs contributes to significantly higher gross margins, benefiting shareholders at the expense of consumers.
Moreover, Dollar General's merchandising and real estate tactics disproportionately affect lower-income communities, exacerbating food deserts and limiting access to affordable groceries. As the company continues its rapid expansion, it's essential to address these issues and prioritize the well-being of both workers and customers over profit margins.
This article highlights the urgent need for greater oversight and regulation to ensure fair pricing and equitable access to essential goods, especially in underserved areas. https://dgme.info/login/
Wow, and here I thought my list of things I despise about Dollar General was already full.
Smaller portions of items ALWAYS cost more on a per weight basis. Instead of complaining about Dollar General, how about we inform people on how to compare prices? People are responsible for their choices.
Corporations are responsible for their choices too and we should hold them accountable. If their practices are causing disparate impact, targeting consumers who have limited choices, limited incomes, and less ability to travel to get those "smarter with their money" prices, or pay shipping costs, corporations must answer for that. Like most "polarizing" issues in our country, there is a common ground to be found, where we can create balance. Dollar General and consumers and even their employees can all benefit. Corporations receive huge tax breaks and incentives and their influence has extreme impacts on our economy, politics, health, and food supply. It is not wrong for us to call them out when they work against our interests. The drive for profit over people is killing us. Blind capitalism is killing us. Many many many corporations throughout America's history to today have come by their billions dishonestly and at times illegally. I agree people are responsible for their choices. Let's not pretend though that corporations are somehow blameless. We have all participated in the making of this grossly inequitable system and perpetuated its doctrine, most of us unwittingly, thanks to our middle to low incomes and other limited resources. The fantasy that everyone gets a fair shot in America has been utterly debunked. Improving systems to benefit all, not just millionaires and billionaires, is a logical step in protecting ourselves and future generations. Saving what is good and eliminating what does not serve us, or worse harms us, is our responsibility and our right. Democracies must stand up against unchecked capitalism and the devastation it continues to cause.
I generally agree, but that doesn't change the fact that smaller portions of items ALWAYS cost more at literally every store everywhere. And where are these places where the residents can only shop at Dollar Generals?
"We have all participated in the making of this grossly inequitable system and perpetuated its doctrine" speak for yourself, not everyone else.
Literally in the story, that yes there are places where you can only shop at Dollar General because they have driven other stores out of business.
The story literally mentions one small town in Kansas. And the definition of food desert is pretty suspect anyway.
This is a lot of words to say you don't know what it's like to live in a food desert.
When you have limited budget the smaller package fits into your limit even tho it costs more per pound.
Right. I mean, I thought this was going to be some kind of expose? But - I already knew this. Working class families aren't ignorant of, like, the literal size of a jar of peanut butter at DG vs. Walmart.
I've used Dollar General (and Family Dollar, both walking distance from my apartment) when I'm out of food, can't afford a full grocery run at the moment, and I need to tide things over for a few days.
Like, I have a Sam's Club membership, I use coupons and cash back apps, I try to plan ahead.
But, sometimes kids are hungrier than you thought they'd be! Or you unexpectedly have extra people at dinner all week, or the fridge went out and won't be fixed for a few days, or you tried a new thing and everyone "hates" it.
So, no food left but you've got some cash still, you don't want to use gas, and it's like, "Guess it's time to walk a block and get a couple small boxes of Kraft mac'n'cheese and canned peas to tide us over 'til payday."
It happens! I do feel bad for the employees, though.