Moral Decay? Dunkin’s ‘National Donut Day’ Freebie Lures Customers Into Gluttony, Ignoring Health and Spiritual Famine Sweeping the Nation. As Dunkin’ Donuts hands out free pastries today for National Donut Day, critics argue the sugary spectacle distracts from a society addicted to instant gratification and hollow consumerism. While families line up for their free doughnuts, moral watchdogs decry a culture that prioritizes cheap sweets over nutrition, mental wellness, and community values, warning that such mindless indulgence is a symptom of our collective spiritual emptiness.