Wow! Despite being known as the discount retailer for affluent people, Costco is now accepting food stamps. People are saying it's a sign that the economy is still shaky despite reports that the recession is over. I think that there are a lot of people on food stamps these days who USED to be affluent, or at least stable and now their fortunes have changed. The thing about stores like Costco, is that they make it really easy to buy in bulk. Costco tested the program out in New York and it was a success.
What do you think about Costco accepting food stamps? Have you ever used food stamps?
I have never used food stamps but I know that there are people out there who really need them. With that in mind, why shouldn't they be able to use them in Costo? People getting assistance may want to buy in bulk too!
I don't see a problem with this...
PJD
Posted by: Product Junkie Diva | October 29, 2009 at 10:25 AM
LOL so now the food stamp money is good enough, huh? I am curious if this will be a permanent thing. Or will they kick all the food stamps out if/when the economy picks back up.
Posted by: Steve | October 30, 2009 at 09:02 AM
terrible idea. It's bad enough that I have to wait in line forever at Publix, etc because idiots with food stamps don't know how to use the card and/or buy items which clearly aren't covered and then spend 10 minutes having those items removed from their purchase AFTER everything has already been rung up. Now I get to pay $50/year for the same experience. Yea!
Posted by: joshw | November 04, 2009 at 11:11 PM