Whoopi Goldberg set off a storm on The View, accusing grocery store owners of greed and calling them “pigs” for rising food prices. The comments came as Goldberg blamed high grocery costs on store owners, not on broader economic issues or the Biden administration’s policies.
The National Grocers Association (NGA), representing over 21,000 stores, condemned her statements, warning they could lead to hostility or even violence against grocery workers. The NGA stressed that grocery stores typically operate with razor-thin profit margins of just 1% to 2%. They attributed inflation to larger economic forces—rising labor costs, ongoing supply chain issues, and high transportation expenses—not to “greedy” store owners.
Goldberg’s remarks highlight how blame over inflation has permeated public discourse, even when the causes are far-reaching. The grocery industry points to challenges beyond their control, emphasizing that such accusations misdirect public frustration.
🚨🇺🇸WHOOPI GOLDBERG SLAMS GROCERY OWNERS AS “PIGS” OVER HIGH FOOD PRICES
Grocery store owners blasted Whoopi Goldberg after she blamed them for inflation on The View, calling them “pigs” responsible for rising prices.
The National Grocers Association warned that her remarks… pic.twitter.com/RnA5turZSN
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) November 9, 2024
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