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		alexpc201 on June 2, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Some Americans have stopped tipping. Should you do... Basically, the issue of wages is not my problem, so this whole discussion becomes absurd. Do I want to leave compensation for the worker? Does he deserve an extra out of my pocket? Did he do something for me that exceeds his job functions and I can appreciate? If he brings me a plate of food for which I'm going to be charged, it is unlikely to fall under these conditions.

underlogic on June 2, 2024 [–]

It is your problem - that's your meal he's spitting in. Justified or not

archagon on June 2, 2024 | [–]

Nobody is going to spit in your food, but staff will think you’re an asshole (and sometimes confront you).

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