Another Walmart Thread kinda of

[wcd]

So we do not have a lot of choices for groceries, things that we do not grow or raise on the homestead. Due to their partnership with Bloomberg I have a hard time wanting to spend any money in their store. So that leaves Aldi's and Publix. We get some things at Aldi's canned goods etc, chicken, beef are raised at home and transition to freezer camp as needed.

But still that leaves a big void in things like Cheese etc we tried the House Brand at Aldi and it is not the same as Kraft for things like pizza. So say I refuse to shop at Walmart and I would like some things for instance a box of Propel for bottled water. Cost at Walmart $1.98, cost at Publix $3.00 for the same package. Putting aside the fact that I do not need some cute girl in yoga pants taking my groceries to my car, Is it really worth it to not shop at Walmart and Pay an additional $1.02 for one item?

Additionally would one household really affect Walmart's profit margin?

 

[DoggyDaddy]

So we do not have a lot of choices for groceries, things that we do not grow or raise on the homestead. Due to their partnership with Bloomberg I have a hard time wanting to spend any money in their store. So that leaves Aldi's and Publix. We get some things at Aldi's canned goods etc, chicken, beef are raised at home and transition to freezer camp as needed.

But still that leaves a big void in things like Cheese etc we tried the House Brand at Aldi and it is not the same as Kraft for things like pizza. So say I refuse to shop at Walmart and I would like some things for instance a box of Propel for bottled water. Cost at Walmart $1.98, cost at Publix $3.00 for the same package. Putting aside the fact that I do not need some cute girl in yoga pants taking my groceries to my car, Is it really worth it to not shop at Walmart and Pay an additional $1.02 for one item?

Additionally would one household really affect Walmart's profit margin?

You have cute girls in yoga pants that carry your groceries to your car? Obviously I'm shopping in the wrong places.

 

[bwframe]

Stupid needs to hurt. The only way to hurt Walmart is their bottom line.

It's really not about one household, it's about all of them that care about the Second Amendment vs the ones that make excuses not to.

 

[wcd]

You have cute girls in yoga pants that carry your groceries to your car? Obviously I'm shopping in the wrong places.

Yeah you do not have Publix in Indiana, it quite the sight to see all the older male seniors all seem to shop there for one or two items and always need carry out service.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

Yeah you do not have Publix in Indiana, it quite the sight to see all the older male seniors all seem to shop there for one or two items and always need carry out service.

I have a feeling if we did, we'd get girls that look more like they came from the "People of Walmart" memes of girls that are wearing yoga pants that really shouldn't.

 

[wcd]

Well actually it is about one household, do you think they would even notice not getting our business? We have not shopped there since their little stunt. Nor have we stepped foot in a Target store.

 

[wcd]

I have a feeling if we did, we'd get girls that look more like they came from the "People of Walmart" memes of girls that are wearing yoga pants that really shouldn't.

Most likely we have some aspiring singers that seem to get Jobs there.

 

[bwframe]

...do you think they would even notice not getting our business? We have not shopped there since their little stunt...

If EVERYONE concerned for the Second Amendment refuses to shop at Walmart, they will have no choice but to notice.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

Most likely we have some aspiring singers that seem to get Jobs there.

Ah, yeah, makes sense. Like aspiring actors going to Hollywood or New York and becoming waiters and waitresses.

 

[d.kaufman]

If EVERYONE concerned for the Second Amendment refuses to shop at Walmart, they will have no choice but to notice.

Exactly. Im done with Wal-Mart. Not because of asking people to not OC but because they give money to the anti gunners!

 

[churchmouse]

If EVERYONE concerned for the Second Amendment refuses to shop at Walmart, they will have no choice but to notice.

I think he is making a valid point.

I think you are making a valid point.

This is where the roads traveled never seem to cross.

OP. No they could give 2 cents for the onesey twosy business as that will not even register on the radar with them. 1 famil is no serrious loss to them.

There are not enough of us that will stand united because there is a couple of dollars to be saved here and there. I see gun owners tripping over $5 bills in pursuit of quarters. Until we get past that mindset there will be no united front.

Some familys are on very tight budgets. These savings might mean more food in the pantry or a better variety of food. Wally knows this.

 

[pute62]

Exactly. Im done with Wal-Mart. Not because of asking people to not OC but because they give money to the anti gunners!

If you checked what companies actually gave to anti gunners, I doubt you'd be able to buy much of anything.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

I think he is making a valid point.

I think you are making a valid point.

This is where the roads traveled never seem to cross.

OP. No they could give 2 cents for the onesey twosy business as that will not even register on the radar with them. 1 famil is no serrious loss to them.

There are not enough of us that will stand united because there is a couple of dollars to be saved here and there. I see gun owners tripping over $5 bills in pursuit of quarters. Until we get past that mindset there will be no united front.

Some familys are on very tight budgets. These savings might mean more food in the pantry or a better variety of food. Wally knows this.

The problem is, it's Walmart. "No problem, I'll go to Kroger for groceries, and online or my LGS for ammo." Then Kroger joins in, and it's "No problem, I'll go to Meijer." Next, "No problem, I'll go to Aldi." It's a domino effect of "boycotts". How far down the chain are you willing to chase this? You think people from Indy are going to drive down to "Mom and Pop's Grocery" located out in BFE for a small selection (because M&PG can't afford to stock all the variety that (*insert name of whomever we're boycotting now*))?

So we go to online delivery services, using our Apple (leftist) and Android (Google - leftist) devices or our laptops, using parts made in China... Whatcha gonna do?

 

[churchmouse]

The problem is, it's Walmart. "No problem, I'll go to Kroger for groceries, and online or my LGS for ammo." Then Kroger joins in, and it's "No problem, I'll go to Meijer." Next, "No problem, I'll go to Aldi." It's a domino effect of "boycotts". How far down the chain are you willing to chase this? You think people from Indy are going to drive down to "Mom and Pop's Grocery" located out in BFE for a small selection (because M&PG can't afford to stock all the variety that (*insert name of whomever we're boycotting now*))?

So we go to online delivery services, using our Apple (leftist) and Android (Google - leftist) devices or our laptops, using parts made in China... Whatcha gonna do?

Bingo.
I do not like it. Not at all. But we are gonna eat.

 

[bwframe]

If you checked what companies actually gave to anti gunners, I doubt you'd be able to buy much of anything.

Certainly the case if we continue to make excuses to not try. Not to mention posting excuses looking for affirmation that it's OK to support the anti-gun companies because anything else might be personally inconvenient.

 

[hoosierdoc]

Aldi says no gun carrying

https://thehill.com/regulation/busi...stomers-to-stop-openly-carrying-guns-in-their

also, I picked up two Kroger $1.99 packer briskets today. Mmmmm

efff... no publix OC either

https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/publix-officers-openly-carry-guns-stores-65560846

we’re all going to starve

 

[Sigblitz]

I'm only concerned with Walmart at the moment. They got the ball rolling and are lobbying for gun control.

 

[Sigblitz]

Most likely we have some aspiring singers that seem to get Jobs there.

I would spend the $2 and go get one of those Jobs.

 

[DeadeyeChrista'sdad]

Add up what you really spend in a Wally mart. People didn't believe that I used to spend 1200.00 a year there on dog food alone. But it's true. It doesn't take near as many people as you might think to make them question the courage of their "convictions."

 

[wcd]

Add up what you really spend in a Wally mart. People didn't believe that I used to spend 1200.00 a year there on dog food alone. But it's true. It doesn't take near as many people as you might think to make them question the courage of their "convictions."

Believe it or not I actually went and did that it was easy enough since all of our purchases go in the debit card. For One week I had spent $23.00 there during the course of the week for Propel, bottled water, Greek style flat bread. This was usually done during the course of the work week through out the day. Covering a remote area often Walmart's are often the only thing around. It would usually go in to use the restroom, take 5 minutes grab a few things low and behold $20.00 spent.

Last week dug out the Coleman made in the USA 2 quart jug filled with Ice water for the day, grabbed a packet of tuna for lunch with My Home made Flat Bread. Result no need to shop at Walmart although I continue to stop in through out the day to use the rest room, so at this point I would guess I am a zero gain window shopper for them?

Like I have said my $'s Walmart will not miss but it will make me feel better.