City Cast Denver Should Safeway and King Soopers Be Allowed To Merge?
Aug 26, 2024
Phil Weiser, Colorado's Attorney General, dives into the controversial $24.6 billion merger between King Soopers and Safeway. He discusses the community's fears about rising grocery prices and job security, along with the significant legal challenges they face. Weiser outlines the potential impacts of reduced supermarket competition, including diminished access to fresh produce in vulnerable neighborhoods. The conversation also touches on historical antitrust concerns and the ongoing lawsuits aiming to block this major merger.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Grocery Wars: The Merger Debate
01:38 • 9min
Examining the Impact of the Safeway and King Soopers Merger
10:59 • 2min
Implications of the Safeway and King Soopers Merger
12:30 • 10min
Legal Battles and Cannabis Innovations: A Deep Dive
22:15 • 2min
Wellness-Focused Cannabis Edibles: Optimals for Every Need
23:58 • 2min
Exploring Wellness Products and Local Snack Favorites
26:04 • 3min