After 50 years in business, Nabolom Bakery & Pizzeria in Berkeley, California, has closed for good. The owners blamed political backlash, saying their criticism of ICE and support for Palestine got them kicked off Instagram and hurt their business dramatically.
They also cited rising labor and living costs, competition, and low returns on investments. Raising prices failed to generate enough additional revenue to keep the bakery afloat.
Geez… Who could have possibly predicted that supporting foreign and domestic terrorists, opposing law enforcement, and calling for economic boycotts might actually hurt your business?