As part of our effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to protect the well-being of our associates and customers, we've required associates to either wear reusable face masks provided by Food Lion or choose to wear a different face covering while working. Like many other organizations, we also have policies that guide the attire and conduct of associates in the workplace. 'At Food Lion, we have great respect for the American flag.
flag, not an actual American flag, which he could see as being considered disrespectful.įood Lion's full statement about the policy is below: He added that his face covering is a print of the U.S.
'I love that my dad went off and fought for my country, nearly got killed for this country but came back and raised a family.
Dean said he's not angry with the store's managers, but he does think the corporate policy is being enforced in a way that disrespects the U.S.