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NewsNight Minnesota | Grocery & Alcohol Debate | Season 2001 | Episode 45


Published on 2025-04-17 05:48:16 - PBS
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The video from PBS, titled "Grocery Alcohol Debate," discusses the ongoing debate in New York about whether grocery stores should be allowed to sell wine. Currently, New York law prohibits grocery stores from selling wine, a restriction that dates back to the end of Prohibition. Proponents of changing the law argue that allowing grocery stores to sell wine would provide more convenience for consumers and could boost the state's economy. On the other hand, opponents, including liquor store owners, contend that such a change would harm small businesses and lead to job losses in the liquor store industry. The video features interviews with various stakeholders, including lawmakers, business owners, and consumers, each presenting their perspectives on the potential impacts of altering the current law.

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[ https://www.pbs.org/video/grocery-alcohol-debate-9358/ ]