[Harmless Teddy Bear]

Part of that is because they are not government subsidized.

I do not sell on Amazon and my shipping prices are higher because of it. If you pay the danegeld to Amazon you can sell at a lower price.

[Tired of Taxes]

Part of that is because they are not government subsidized. I do not sell on Amazon and my shipping prices are higher because of it.

Is Amazon receiving government subsidies? I did not know that.

Yes, it's been tough for other businesses to compete with Amazon which is becoming a monopoly.