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THINKING OUT LOUD: Random Thoughts + Walmart Cheating Their Customers

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January 31, 2026 at 11:17 PM
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Washington State is taking action against Albertsons for allegedly misleading shoppers with deceptive promotions that inflated prices before sales!

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State AG sues Albertsons Companies over alleged misleading "buy one, get one free" promotions
The state attorney general's office announced a lawsuit alleging Albertsons Companies misled Washington shoppers by inflating prices ahead of buy-one-get-one promotions; the complaint alleges more than 3 million transactions over five years and seeks restitution.
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April 28, 2026 at 12:09 AM
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Oklahoma's Senate is debating a game-changing bill that could reshape tobacco sales and protect youth from harmful nicotine access—will it pass or face fierce opposition?

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Senate approves SB936 imposing fines for underage tobacco sales violations
Senate permits fines escalating up to $1,000 for repeated underage tobacco sales offenses.
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February 26, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Local retailer Kenny calls for stricter ID checks to protect youth from tobacco sales while highlighting the tough balance between public health and business survival in Plymouth.

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Retail Worker Kenny Advocates for ID Checks to Curb Youth Tobacco Sales in Plymouth
Kenny emphasizes the role of retailers in preventing tobacco sales to minors.
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August 7, 2025 at 10:41 PM
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A groundbreaking bill in Massachusetts could put an end to "surveillance pricing" at grocery stores, empowering consumers like never before.

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Senator Moore proposes grocery store surveillance pricing bill in Massachusetts
Senator Michael O. Moore petitions Massachusetts legislature for grocery store surveillance pricing law.
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March 26, 2025 at 12:12 AM
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Vermont lawmakers are urged to ban vaping products that look like toys and school supplies, shifting penalties from youth to retailers to combat youth addiction.

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Health advocates and state attorney general's office urge Vermont to block vapes that mimic toys and school supplies
At a House Human Services hearing on S.198, witnesses demonstrated vape devices designed to look like toys, video games and school supplies and urged lawmakers to shift penalties from youth to retailers, add retail tax stamps and strengthen online-sales enforcement.
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April 24, 2026 at 5:50 AM