The sequence of events that I think lead up to this:
December 2019 -I used some airline miles to pay for a Barron’s subscription.
February 2020- I called the airline because I have not received barrons, they tell me Barrons never received the order and they gave me my miles back.
Later February 2020- I start receiving the New York Times every Sunday.
march 2020- I am now receiving every Sunday, wrapped in one cellophane bag, both the Sunday New York Times and barrons.
This week, I get only Barron’s. I guess is that this will run out after another couple of weeks.
I think my airline accidently signed me up for the Times instead of Barron’s, then when I called because I hadn’t received it they somehow signed me up for Barron’s, without canceling the times.
I did give the New York Times one phone call and one email to try to clear it up, after that I figure it’s on them.
So anyway, back to my original complaint, I think I’m within a few weeks of having to pay for my own reading material…
Originally posted by Doug: I had seen reference to the term “cancel culture” on the inter-webs somewhere, but it never really hits home until it happens to you…
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I had a similar experience with the Chicago Tribune. I called them to let them know I wasn't supposed to receive the paper - but it came for another year. I almost wanted to call and complain when they finally stopped delivering the free paper.
Originally posted by Doug: I had seen reference to the term “cancel culture” on the inter-webs somewhere, but it never really hits home until it happens to you…
It's only partially cancel culture tho -- you were denied something you didn't deserve in the first place yes... but you didn't moan and groan about your rights being trampled.
But it's good enough
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