^^^ I feel much the same - heck, I just want the American population to be literate enough to be able to read the message and form their own opinion about it!
But just trying to look at all sides of the coin.
I’m guessing there will people who like the message, those that don’t notice it and those that notice it and won’t buy that brand again because of it. It’s a choice just like the brands choice to place it.
I still am going to say that while the sentiment is probably genuine from the company, it IS a marketing tactic placing it inside the carton.
I wouldn’t be offended to see a verse from the Koran, a verse from another sacred book, or a statement from an atheist. It’s just virtue signaling. We all do it.
To those who deem the message offensive because it is a biblical quote, why not view it as an historical quote or as a philosophical message.
Would it be more acceptable if the outside of the package gave a warning stating: “WARNING: Biblical Quote Inside” ?
Raises the issue of: “Freedom of Religion” versus “Freedom From Religion”. Is there a difference ?
I probably would not like it if the message inside the carton stated: “Sinners Repent !”
Does this raise an issue regarding content & intent ?
Lots to discuss here. But just like the everyday “God Bless You” when one sneezes or the inscription “In God We Trust” on US coins and paper money are not intended to be offensive or coercive, I find the positive message inside the egg carton to be uplifting and positive.
P.S. I can see an issue if the same message in the same form as that which appeared inside the carton of eggs was on a receipt requiring one’s signature as that would imply an endorsement. But that isn’t the case here. Just freedom of speech.
What if the same message was in a foreign language not understood by the consumer ? Any right to a refund ?
Dove puts all of their sappy sayings inside the chocolate wrappers too. I guess they think some find them uplifting. I rarely read them. Some bottlers put sayings under their caps if I recall correctly when I used to drink bottled drinks.
Perhaps some people buy them (or not) due to the sayings, but I can’t fathom why.
Do people choose or avoid getting Chinese due to the Fortune cookies? I don’t like them (the cookies) so they go to our chickens when we get them (to avoid waste). Sometimes I read the fortunes for fun. They’re usually better than the sappy things Dove promotes. Dove chocolates taste better though. I guess I could “vote” for “dislike sappy” and choose other chocolates, but I see no need. So they print (dumb) things inside the wrapper. No big deal. I’m not that anti-sappy. I’m not anti anyone’s religion either.
This thread is eye opening for me. I always disagreed with those who felt religion was being forced out (or into the closet) by folks making that argument. Now I’m thinking they’re seeing things I’d been blissfully ignorant of. If someone would seriously not buy eggs with that phrase inside just because of the phrase… definitely eye-opening.
I’m sure not changing. I think diversity and openness is a strength as long as there is no discrimination. Live and let live.
I have mixed feelings about the hypothetical unexpected Bible verse. It might not be a deal breaker for me, depending what’s up with the company…
According to google, this is the second largest egg producer in the US. There is a history of salmonella. Cage free means packed tight in a barn. No way to know how much of that is fact… just what is on the internet.
I’m very very very lucky to be able to buy my eggs from a neighbor. Frequently a couple of chickens walk down the drive to see what’s up when I pull in her drive. If she wrote that verse on her heavily recycled cartons, I’d find it sweet and sincere.
During pandemic we all just do the best we can for food, within constraints of budget and availability.
ps It’s bringing to mind the Merry Christmas vs Happy Holidays issue. I don’t give a hoot, nor does it bother me if someone says neither. The things people can find to get upset about! (Definitely First World problems!)
The rare times we buy eggs I go for Certified Humane - Nellies usually. Those who buy commercial “Cage Free” and “Vegetarian Fed” aren’t doing the chickens any favors. Both end up bad for the birds. They are merely marketing techniques for those who don’t know better. Cage free AND vegetarian fed are the worst. The chickens eat each other to get the protein they need/crave.
Mostly we use our own eggs. I know our chickens have a good life.
How many here avoid In-n-Out due to scripture on the burger wrappers and cup bottoms? We avoid fast food in general, but the scripture wouldn’t keep me away if I liked their food. The egg carton? I probably wouldn’t have seen it because who looks at the inside of the carton? I just scan for broken eggs at the store and, when home, put them in the fridge container and throw the carton away. Packaging is meant to be tossed. I can’t think of anything that would offend me on something that’s going to end up in the garbage.
I generally don’t change my habits based on such things. However, it does get tiresome since it seems like it is in my face everywhere around here. I am not a fan of all the Jesus music piped into many of the stores, restaurants, etc. I guess the pandemic cured me of listening to that. LOL.
What if the grocery store warehouse messed up & delivered egg cartons with “Go Wolverines !” written inside to Columbus, Ohio area stores, and delivered egg cartons with “Go Buckeyes !” written inside to Ann Arbor, Michigan area stores ?
Well as a Michigan fan, I would say that I know that all the OSU fans would break their eggs and all the Michigan fans would donate them to a local food bank.
I just googled In N Out Burgers. There aren’t any near us. Now I’m curious and will have to stop at one if/when we get traveling again.
We stopped at Cook Out three times in the past trying different things on their menu and were unimpressed with the flavor each time so won’t purposely go there again. I honestly couldn’t tell you if they have Bible verses anywhere or not. We eat at Chick Fil A relatively often and I can’t tell you if they have Bible verses or not either. We go there because their waffle fries are awesome. The chicken is good too - and their lemonade is the best I’ve had out somewhere. Popeyes is our favorite for chicken, but their highly acclaimed chicken sandwich mystified us. Hype anything enough and apparently people will believe it’s something special.
But I digress. We’re not even having chicken for supper tonight. I wonder if our kielbasa has anything on the wrapper… the rest is produce so if anything is written on it I have more in depth questions!
I choose not to give Chick-Fil-A my money. Easy for me because a) the closest location isn’t too close to me and b) I don’t think there food is very good.
After reading this thread, I checked out my fridge. Two cartons of eggs (both same brand). Both have the Psalms quote under the hood as it were. But for this thread, I never would have seen them. Nutritional info in there too. Makes sense if I think about that being there but never thought to look for it. Not in favor of religious references outside churches, private establishments/homes or museums. Don’t really care though enough to change anything about it. Surrounded by people who never give it a thought.
Giving eggs to food bank to help support former classmates most likely.
I had seen somewhere before that In-n-out does that but we don’t have those around here and have never eaten at one. I do however have eggs from Aldi so I had to go check the box and there it was, have never noticed it before(perhaps because I’m getting old enough that I have trouble with small print). I think it is awesome and don’t really see how that particular verse would be offensive to someone, it is a very positive message.
