When I was looking for a mechanic to install a lift kit on my car, I noticed one that had an LGBTQ-friendly badge on its Google profile. I thought that might be a good sign that they're decent people, even though I'm not part of the #lgbtq community. Turns out, it was literally my best-ever experience with an auto shop.

So when I need a local business, I'll prioritize those that advertise themselves as inclusive.

@desertgoalie Perfect. I don't always/often find businesses that publicly say that they are allies , or align with other causes and beliefs, but I will check social media posts and profiles where I can. Anything spreading hate of any kind is out.
@brianjohnson @desertgoalie IDK if I'd find literally any of them where I live, in southeast Texas. But I suppose it's worth looking. Declaring such a thing here is likely tantamount to saying 90% of people should never give me their business.