I had a really disappointing experience here on April 4th, 2026 around 1pm.
I walked in excited to support a small business and asked a simple question-whether they accepted credit cards. Instead of just answering, I was met with a judgmental look and told, "Yes, but theres a surcharge-and we don't take EBT or food vouchers".
That response was unnecessary and honestly offensive. I didn't ask about assistance programs, and there was no reason to bring that up. If felt like an assumption was made about me the moment I walked in.
Let me be clear: there is nothing wrong with people who use EBT or need assistance. What is wrong is making assumptions about someone and speaking to them in a way that reflects bias or prejudice.
For context, I'm a regsitered nurse-someone who works hard, contributes to my community and deserves to be treated with the same respect as anyone else who walks through that door.
If you run a business-especially one that depends on the community-how you treat people matters. Respect should never be optional.
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