Wow! Brownie Points for Target!
As an employee/hourly supervisor in a large retailer, I had to request to have the day off. Luckily, we have supervisors & associates who were willing to work so I did not have to.
I spent the day going to church, brunch & spending time with my family.
Can't speak for Target but honestly what I know from sales in the company I work for, I'm not sure Target necessary did it to be nice & respectful or if they did it because sales are so slow.
So retail workers deserve the day off but not waitresses and cooks?
I see that frequently when this topic comes up and I find it very confusing.