You could say that Mickey D’s is the unofficial cafeteria of the world.
That means you’re able to get a Big Mac as far out as HonoluluevenJuneau.
So what could account for McDonald’s absence from Montpelierculturally and politically one of Vermont’s most visible cities?
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Vermonters over onReddithave their theories.
Another speculated that Montpelier is simply holding out for bragging rights.
McDonald’s has attempted to set up shop in Montpelier before.
Jacobs' story is in keeping with larger trends in Montpelier.
A case in point: nether of McDonald’s top two competitorsBurger King andWendy’shas restaurants in Montpelier.
Bernie Sanders, one of Vermont’s most famous residents, certainly has no problemtweaking the fast-food chain.
It’s not personal, though.
Just a Vermont thing.
