How big of an impact does politics have on your purchases?

[Mr. Illini]

How much does a company's political activity and personal policy have on your purchases?

For me it is a good deal. This is especially true for a company's environmental policies. I tend to seek out companies that are friendly to the environment and especially that are 1% For The Planet pledges. Politics plays a large role in my life and I don't see why I would consistently give my money to a company that advocates against my preferred policies when I could be giving it to one that will help my side for a near identical product.

Brands that I recommend for the progressives:

New Belgium Brewery
Patagonia
Ben & Jerry's
Chipotle
Costco
Intel
Kohl's
A lot of others that I just can't think of

[Mr. Illini]

I don't buy caged eggs. But I'm a hypocrite because I happily eat KFC.

This is not recommended, and that goes beyond their policies. Stuff is nasty.

[Mr. Illini]

(Except Johnsonville because they are the only company that sells Bratwursts out here in Maryland and I need my Brats!!!).

Cancel it out with a few purchases from New Glarus Brewery. Such excellent beer, and their owner is outspoken for progressive viewpoints.