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The threat of "organized retail theft" has been used to close many store locations, but it may be a myth. The term has no clear legal definition, and government data does not show that retail theft is increasing.
This content originally appeared on The Progressive — A voice for peace, social justice, and the common good and was authored by Brandi Collins-Dexter.