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KFC under fire for controversial sign, but affirms their decision—‘it stays up’

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KFC under fire for controversial sign, but affirms their decision—‘it stays up’
Police officers put their lives on the line to ensure safety of both the communities they serve and its citizens. This is why a KFC outlet in Ohio decided to stick a sign on its front door welcoming uniformed police officers to eat for free. But, when the charitable sign went viral, so did the praise and backlash.



Whilst most people responded with praise, there was a bit of debate about why the store didn’t include the military and veterans.

One netizen questioned the sign, “What about the other first responders?”

However, one former first responder wrote: “If the owner of this establishment chooses to provide free meals to anyone that is his choice...

Later, the Ohio Going Blue Facebook Page wrote:

“This is a positive post, but some of you can’t see the bigger picture. As an officer, I do not go into any establishment expecting [or] wanting anything to be free or…. even a discount, whether I’m in uniform or not, and I can tell you other officers feel the same way. We don’t like ‘special treatment.’ The fact is that KFC is acknowledging law enforcement, which is why this was posted. To those who stated that other first responders should also be acknowledged. My answer? ABSOLUTELY.”
The owner has many other stores in WV, KY, and Ohio. All stores have the same policy...
 
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When. Have been with uniformed Officers eating. (And they got half price, free). They put in HEAVY tip to waiter.
The business decides who to give discounts to. Elderly, students, preg net mothers, people wearing certain color cloths (pink for breast cancer awareness)...
 
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