Personally, I’d prefer locally owned/operated shops. That way I’d have the opportunity for variety. With a chance to contribute to a neighbor’s pockets…instead of moving my cash up a corporate ladder.

This isn’t much different from what McDonald’s did for restaurants. I probably would have also decried the loss of “mom and pop” diners had I’d been around back then.

The number one complaint among Starbucks customers? The store isn’t close enough.

No, it’s totally not just you!