Dear Editor:
People I know were scheduled to take an Alaskan cruise in June with other family members. He called the cruise line recently and told them they would all be cancelling – over $50,000 worth of business – if the tariffs are put in place. I heard of another couple who cancelled a planned trip to Hawaii, even though it cost them to do so.
Folks in Florida and Arizona are coming home this month instead of staying until March and April as planned.
Others have cancelled New York Times subscriptions, Netflix, etc.
I know so many people who’ve given up orange juice and other favourite foods/brands, rather than purchasing U.S. products that I’ve lost count.
I sent this to L.L. Bean today: “I have been a loyal customer for nearly 40 years and I love your clothing and quality. But, given the current political situation, I find it essential to deal with only Canadian companies for the time being.
“If the U.S. public comes to their senses and elects a non-sociopath in future, I may return. Just felt I had to let you know my feelings about this! Thanks for excellent service and great products in the past.”
Helen Marucci,
Fergus