In relation to 'Think of it this  When consumer confidence declines, it is as if, for some reason, the typical member of the co-op had become less willing to go out, more anxious to accumulate coupons for a rainy day.', does 'Coupon collecting helps consumers feel more in control.' express a contradictory stance?
Think of it this  When consumer confidence declines, it is as if, for some reason, the typical member of the co-op had become less willing to go out, more anxious to accumulate coupons for a rainy day.###Coupon collecting helps consumers feel more in control.