We found the effects of tariffs and extreme weather, relief (finally!) in the egg cooler, plus one case of shrinkflation.

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    3 days ago

    NPR: “Everybody thinks we’re a bunch out of touch elites, how do we reconnect with ‘Real America’?”

    Walmart Advertising executive: “I have an idea for you.”

    NPR: “Well, you seem like a trustworthy sort without any kind of ulterior motives, please go on!”

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        3 days ago

        Yeah, that’s fair. For the record, I think NPR (and PBS) are among the best and most ethical American news organizations, but they’re still only about half as committed to their own ideals as what this country needs.

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          well, they’re (NPR) almost entirely funded by 1 rich family of billionaires so…

          that $ always comes with strings on content