On Wed, 08 Aug 2007 13:27:06 GMT, "Paul M. Cook" > wrote:


>
>The exception always invalidates the rule. The simple fact is Wal-Mart
>engages in predatory capitalism. The same kind that was pioneered by he
>likes of J. Paul Getty. Monolithic corporations like Wal-Mart routinely
>engage in business practices which are aimed at stifling competition,
>forcing out competitors, presenting barrier to new competition and fixing
>prices. None of this is good for anyone but the monopolistic corps.
>
>Every Wal-Mart I have visited is a filthy dump with garbage filled parking
>lots, staffed with brain dead idiots, brow-beaten managers, and filled with
>shoddy goods imported from China. I bought dish rags from a Wal-Mart once
>and they fell apart after a few washes. My Lands End towels are 10 years
>old and going strong.
>
>Paul
>
Sounds like something you'd read in a union organizers hand-out.


Say what you will....
In my town, KMART is empty, Target is limping by....
You could go bowling in the local SEARS store,
and the mall Dept store has more clerks than customers.
BUT
Our local WalMart is always bulging at the seams.

Consumers aren't all stupid.
and
Consumers vote with their purchasing dollars.

<rj>