Absent Texas Democrats ask public to donate soda, salsa, and hair spray
The nearly 60 Texas Democrats who fled the state and jetted to Washington, D.C., to block a pair of GOP-backed voting bills are asking the public to donate Dr. Pepper, candy, and toiletries as they mark the nearly two-week anniversary of their departure.
news.yahoo.comDr. Pepper reports pandemic-induced shortage
You can now add Dr. Pepper to the list of items you may struggle to find at grocery stores. According to Dr. Pepper, the shortage affects every flavor. We know its harder to find Dr Pepper these days. Note: This applies to all flavors of Dr Pepper including our newest permanent addition to the family, Dr Pepper & Cream Soda. pic.twitter.com/Kf0UedMuiw Dr Pepper (@drpepper) August 10, 2020The company that owns the brand shared that sales of Dr. Pepper have "increased consistently over the last four years."