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I owned a small retail business in an east coast city for a while, and it was made clear to me that if I didn't donate to the benevolent society, any needed pol

I owned a small retail business in an east coast city for a while, and it was made clear to me that if I didn't donate to the benevolent society, any needed police assistance could be less than forthcoming.

vidarh 5y ago
So just a minor step removed from the mob then.
- chefandy 5y ago
  A step worse. At least the mob stands a chance of being shut down.
- nemo44x 5y ago
  Similar to politicians. If you or your business donates enough the laws and regulations will move in your favor. Money makes the world go around.