Show me one owner of a mom and pop corner grocery store, or owner of an organic grocery store like New Leaf or Food Bin, who agrees with this.

They don't. Theft is theft. New Leaf expects you to pay for food too. Food Bin won't give you any of the things you "need for my survival" for free.

Let's steal from everyone. It's so liberating and empowering!

There's a sign in the door of a metaphysical supply store in Boulder Creek that says "If you don't believe you should have to pay for things you want, stay out!"

It's an independent, small time, locally-owned, spiritual store whose owner is firmly against shoplifting.