It is outrageous that so many stores have decided to open their doors on Thanksgiving, a day that is supposed to be spent with family and friends.
All of those workers in those open stores will have their holiday ruined because they are going to have to work. What has happened to family values and respect for holidays in this country? There is no reason for any store to open its doors on this national holiday.
Is the almighty dollar more important than sitting down to Thanksgiving dinner with family and friends? P.C. Richard & Sons is the one retail establishment that puts the values of Thanksgiving ahead of commercialism. Its stores are closed for the holiday so its employees can spend the holiday with their families and friends. They open up the day after Thanksgiving.
It is to be commended for its decision not to open Thanksgiving each year. Macy’s should hang its head in shame for joining other retailers in opening on Thanksgiving.
John Amato
Fresh Meadows
