I think we're going around in circles
But yes, a company that does more for the local economy has more clout than the little guy. Always been that way and always will be. It's not about picking winners, it's about the company's impact.
But bottom line, at the end of the day, one company is getting boosted by the government and one isn't.
If tax breaks etc to businesses are good for the city they should be done across the board. (tax cuts, not breaks for individuals.)
What's the cumulative impact to the local economy of all the little guys getting/not getting the breaks the big boys get?
Bottom line I'm saying it's not exactly free market when some companies are getting tax breaks but not others.