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    Old 12-04-2010, 08:55 AM
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    I know I needed this reminder, since Sears isn't always my first choice. It's amazing when you think of how long the war has lasted and Sears hasn't withdrawn from their commitment. Could we each buy at least one thing at Sears this year?

    How does Sears treat its employees who are called up for military duty? By law, they are required to hold their jobs open and available, but nothing more. Usually, people take a big pay cut and lose benefits as a result of being called up for active duty.

    Sears is voluntarily paying the difference in salaries and maintaining all benefits, including medical insurance and bonus programs, for all called up reservist employees for up to two years.

    I submit that Sears is an exemplary corporate citizen and should be recognized for its contribution. I suggest we all shop at Sears at least once, and be sure to find a manager to tell them why we are there so the company gets the positive reinforcement & feedback it well deserves.

    Pass it on.

    I decided to check this before I sent it forward. So I sent the following e-mail to the Sears Customer Service Department:

    I received this e-mail and I would like to know if it is true. If it is, the internet may have just become one very good source of advertisement for your company. I know I would go out of my way to buy products from Sears instead of another store for a like item, even if it's cheaper at that store.

    This is their answer to my e-mail:

    Dear Customer:

    Thank you for contacting Sears.The information is factual. We appreciate your positive feedback.

    Sears regards service to our country as one of greatest sacrifices our young men and women can make. We are happy to do our part to lessen the burden they bear at this time.

    Bill Thorn
    Sears Customer Care
    http://us.mc1124.mail.yahoo.com/mc/[email protected]
    1-800-349-4358

    Sears needs to be recognized for this outstanding contribution and we need to show them as Americans, we do appreciate what they are doing for our military!!!

    It's verified ! By Snopes.com at:


    http://www.snopes.com/politics/military/sears.asp
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    Old 12-04-2010, 09:03 AM
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    WOW! Now I guess I will have to venture into the mall. Better yet, the internet!
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    Old 12-04-2010, 09:06 AM
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    We just recently purchased a fridge, and a washer from them. I'm doing my part ;-)
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    Old 12-04-2010, 09:15 AM
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    The company my DH works for also does this. His company just won the '2010 Secretary of Defense Employment Support Freedom Award'. The annual award is issued by Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). A company has to be nominated for this.
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    Old 12-04-2010, 09:21 AM
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    We just bought a 60 inch flat screen tv, sound board, wall mount and blu ray from them. We're doing our part and enjoying the heck out of it!
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    Old 12-04-2010, 10:07 AM
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    Just bought a washer.
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    Old 12-04-2010, 10:10 AM
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    Wow, thats wonderful.. I always buy used, but maybe the next time I need something, I will go there!
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    Old 12-04-2010, 10:31 AM
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    AT&T does the same thing.
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    Old 12-04-2010, 10:35 AM
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    Can't shop, but it is good to hear!
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    Old 12-04-2010, 11:00 AM
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    Thank you! I sent this to everyone in my address book! :thumbup: :thumbup:
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