Poll: Do you shop on "Black Friday," the day after Thanksgiving, when many stores open early and offer big bargains?

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Do you shop on "Black Friday," the day after Thanksgiving, when many stores open early and offer big bargains?

Yes, I look forward to it every year	11%	37 votes
No, I can't stand the crowded stores and long lines	70%	222 votes
It depends what's on sale that day	11%	36 votes
I prefer to wait until "Cyber Monday," when Web sites offer deals the Monday after Thanksgiving	6%	22 votes
	Total Votes: 317

Note: This is not a scientific poll.

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November 12, 2009
11:44 a.m.

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nygirl61 (no real name given) says...

The stores might offer deep discounts on Black Friday, but it's not worth but it's definitely not worth the unruly throngs of crazy people! And what about the parking... or lack thereof on that day! A nightmare for sure!

November 14, 2009
5:24 p.m.

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mhowie ( Mindy Howie ) says...

The parking's not a problem if you get there early... REALLY early. I might go if I see a really good deal on something I need, but as of now, I don't.