Social media platforms, particularly the comment section of Olive’s video, became battlegrounds for divergent opinions on the matter. Outraged viewers lamented that McDonald’s, once synonymous with affordable and convenient fast food, has lost touch with ordinary Americans due to its exorbitant pricing. A prevailing sentiment is that companies, emboldened by current circumstances, are unlikely to revert to the era of economical fast food.
Yet, there is a faction rallying behind McDonald’s defense. Some argue that Olive’s discontent stems from opting for a premium burger, one of the most expensive items on the menu, and that he could have chosen a more budget-friendly alternative. Accusations flew, with one defender likening Olive’s reaction to those who complained about $5 popcorn – dismissing it as an overreaction.
Olive is not alone in his battle against McDonald’s pricing; others have joined the viral outcry. A Connecticut content creator, irate over a $16.89 Big Mac combo meal in March, humorously linked the soaring prices to the stimulus checks distributed during the pandemic, suggesting McDonald’s wants its relief money back.
