Costco has every right, as a private firm, to choose such a policy.
And customers have every right to decide where they wish to spend their money.
Personally, I’m not offended by the “no-Christmas” policy, but I sympathize with those who are. If they decide to shop elsewhere for this reason, they should let Costco know why they made this choice.
I’m offended. Costco sucks!
In fantasy land that is a great idea, but when retail stores make 75% of their annual profit during Christmas shopping season between Black Friday and Christmas Eve, don’t you think it is a little ironic they refuse to acknowledge the reason for their profits?
I asked the bank manager at Wachovia why they got rid of the Christmas tree and decorations and she said it was corporate policy. She said they are not allowed to say Merry Christmas or recognize the day. I asked why Wachovia was closed for a federal bank holiday on December 25th. She said it was because of “Christmas”. But, you are not allowed to say the word.
We live in interesting times.
The American Family Association, which reaches 2.5 million members, has also released a similar list to advise its supporters on where to shop this Christmas. The conservative organization combed through print ads, radio spots and websites by top retailers to make the list.
A few companies that made the “Nice” category on both lists included Bed Bath & Beyond, Family Dollar, Macy’s and Wal-Mart.
The Office Depot, CVS Pharmacy and Gap were some stores that both lists had labeled as “Naughty.”
Absolutely. As a private company they have every right.
A telephone call or an email will have more of an effect than simply griping here.
I’ve done that with TJMaxx. They used to have signs and ads for Chanuka and for the Holidays but none for Christmas. I notice they mentioned Christmas in one ad this year. It’s a start.