Editor’s note: This story is being republished. It originally circulated in March 2016.
A restaurant server in Colorado ignited a nationwide conversation about tipping culture in the United States after sharing a photo of a receipt that showed a $0 tip on a $187.43 bill.
The image, posted on Facebook, quickly drew attention—not because of the total amount, but because of the message that followed. In her post, the server explained the real-life consequences that come with leaving no tip, emphasizing that many tipped workers depend almost entirely on gratuities to cover basic living expenses.....
