Just because one company produces 80% of the beer on the grocery store shelf it doesn't mean our choices are being limited. Budweiser has been offering a greater selection in response to the demands of the consumer. Plus, there is WAY more variety at my grocery store than there ever has been, and it's getting better all the time. If this is an example of Budweiser keeping the little guy down they are doing a horrible job.
Many act like the only reason anyone drinks Budweiser is because they've been tricked into it. I have news for you guys, some people like it. Those same people often don't like the micro brews we cherish.
This. Many many times this. As backup to this, look at threads such as the "funny things you have heard about your beer" one. The vast majority of American beer drinkers prefer the light yellow fizzy lagers. Hence the reason the unwashed masses think a beer is super strong if it is dark (Guinness anyone?).
The light macro-lagers still take getting used to for budding beer drinkers. I remember my first couple beers had to be choked down because the taste was not quite for me. Then I had to work my way up to the more craft options, and now am experimenting with the more extreme flavored ones like DIPA's, Sours, RIS, etc.
You all have to admit that the light macro-lagers are well made. That kind of consistancy is amazing and I wish I were able to match it with my brews.
If you do not like the flavor of BMC beers, don't drink them. I will admit to liking a light beer on a hot day. If you have a problem with the (legal) competative business practices, do not support the company, but realize those practices are their right. If you have a problem with a company using sweatshop labor and mistreating employees/committing other atrocities, definitely do not support the company.
All I ask is you respect a company, in a capitalist industry, for trying to make money within the bounds of the law. If you really want to see the state of beer improve, gently introduce your friends and family to different styles of beer and get the market share of other styles up. Do not just trash the big guys, people are entitled to their opinions.
Ok, rant over. Sorry for the long response.