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[+] -12 points 2 months ago (11 children)

lol @ pushing ethical consumerism in 2026. let me just shop at the place that isn't actively trying to kill everyone!!!!!

that'll make a real difference!!!

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  • [–] -3 points 2 months ago (8 children)

    Yeah not sure how Costco is supposed to be a good choice.

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  • [–] 12 points 2 months ago (7 children)

    It's a less bad choice. That's the best option most people will have.

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  • [–] 0 points 2 months ago (6 children)

    I don't even think that's true in most cases.

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  • [–] 1 point 2 months ago (5 children)

    Most people don't live near a place that sells ethically sourced food.

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  • [–] 2 points 2 months ago (3 children)

    If one lives near a Costco, then there are almost certainly more ethical options in the same area.

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  • [–] 5 points 2 months ago (2 children)

    What are some examples? I'd genuinely like to know.

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  • [–] 1 point 2 months ago (1 child)

    Entirely depends on the local area. I have two Costcos in my area. I also have several farmers' markets, a co-op, and several grocers that sell fair trade and local products.

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  • [–] 2 points 2 months ago

    Food I understand, it can be genuinely difficult without spending significantly more, Costco isn't the worst choice. But... correct me if wrong, but I don't think that's where they make up their margin. Everything they sell is in bulk, sure it's "economical" if everyone really "needs" to buy so much. They, like all major sellers of consumer commodities, thrive on consumerism.

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