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Old May 31st, 2009, 12:38 PM   #17
scott314
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Originally Posted by SelfDefense View Post
Boycotts are largely ineffective, especially ones that do not generate popular support and publicity.
1) I would imagine that restaurants are feeling the effects of the struggling economy as much or more than most businesses.

2) Prior to the economic downturn I don't think the restaurant business was known for their high profit margins.

Given those two factors, I doubt many restaurant owners have the luxury of turning away customers. Even a small scale boycott on an individual establishment could have a devastating effect on their ability to continue to do business. I choose to support businesses that support my right to carry.
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