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Does a company's stance on issues change how you shop?

Do companies need to pick a stance publicly or is that taking politics too far? We want to hear from you.
Citing the recent shooting at Stoneman Douglas School in Parkland, Florida, Dick's Sporting Goods announced that it would no longer sell firearms to anyone under 21 years of age, no longer sell high capacity magazines, and would no longer sell assault-style rifles at any company owned stored.
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After Las Vegas shooting, gun stocks spike temporarily

During his campaign, Trump has promised to defend the second amendment.
President Donald Trump makes a statement on the Las Vegas mass shooting. The gunman, identified as Stephen Paddock, 64, of Mesquite, Nevada, opened fire from the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on the music festival, leaving at least 58 people dead and hundreds injured. Police have confirmed that one suspect is dead. The investigation is ongoing.
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Texas universities brace for guns on campus

Mar 31, 2016
A new law taking effect Aug. 1 will allow concealed handguns in classrooms.
The University of Texas Tower on campus.
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Just who is a "gun dealer"?

Jan 5, 2016
If more people who sell guns are required to get federal licenses, more buyers will get background checks

Have recent shootings been boosting gun sales?

Dec 10, 2015
Gun makers and retailers are reporting increased sales and increased profits.

For public good, not for profit.

The risks of being an activist CEO

Mar 30, 2015
Apple's Tim Cook planted a flag on gay rights on Monday, raising the ire of some shareholders.

Starbucks switches message on open carry guns in stores

Sep 18, 2013
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz urged customers not to bring guns into his coffee chain's stores.
Starbucks doesn't want to be just coffee anymore.
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3D printing regulation a re-hash of the Napster war?

Jul 3, 2013
A Danish company called Create it Real says it has software to help prevent people from creating gun components on their 3D printers.