When in the course of modern life, it becomes necessary for the people to examine their dependence on food delivery, a respectful explanation is owed.
We hold these truths to be self-evident: that humans are meant to move, to gather, and occasionally to cook.
But a constant dependence on Big Delivery has caused unintended consequences.
The Grievances
An over-reliance on Big Delivery has led to:
- More meals eaten alone
- Sedentary lifestyles, void of daily movement
- Increased social isolation from friends, family, and community
- Higher costs for consumers and strained profit margins for local businesses
- Lukewarm food
- And an overall degradation of basic human dignity
Therefore, we the people, in pursuit of better eating habits, stronger local businesses, and real life human connection...
Do hereby declare our Deliverpendence.
Our Commitments
As part of this declaration, we the undersigned commit to:
- Cook or pick up our own food when we can
- Get off the couch
- Eat with others
- Support local restaurants in person
- Aspire toward a delivery-free lifestyle
Let today, January 8th, 2026, be remembered as our Deliverpendence Day.