Professor Lucy Dobbs of the School of Industrial and Labor Relations recently wrote that chain stores weaken local economies. Compared to chain stores, local businesses spend 6 percent more on hiring local workers. Local charities report significantly higher donations from local businesses. In one town, United Way received most of its income from two local groceries, a hometown bank, and a handful of local specialty shops.

Question

What evidence suggests that local businesses are more generous than chain stores?

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Answer 1

The evidence suggesting that local businesses are more generous than chain stores includes the fact that local charities report significantly higher donations from local businesses. This indicates a stronger commitment to community support and generosity among local businesses compared to their chain counterparts. Additionally, the example of the United Way receiving most of its income from local businesses, such as two local groceries, a hometown bank, and a handful of specialty shops, further illustrates the level of financial support provided by local businesses to charitable organizations within the community.