Is Wal-Mart Too Liberal?

I hope the majority of these comments were posted out of passion and not out of careful thought and consideration because otherwise we have pretty far to go as a society (atleast the society of Newsweek readers).
I agree with "Wolf20" as far as the divisions in our country go (political ones mostly)- you know, if you have the chance to look through the original US Constitution you will notice that political parties aren't actually covered (yes, I know, most of the constitution is meant to be elastic as interpretation changes with time). The United States of America (the government we have now rather than the original republic which failed) was founded for unity and centralization so that cooperation would seem to be less of a utopian, idealistic, i.e. unrealistic, concept.
This comment may seem to have little to do with the article above, but I believe it should be something to keep in mind. Having control over one's passions isn't always easy, but the continual strive for self-control means more as far as a person's maturity level goes (something else to keep in mind).

ab123 ..... What is wrong with working in a Wal-Mart store? You apologized to Ry in Iowa because it sounds like he works in a store? That is really sad that you need to apologize to someone for working in your own company.

littleguy56289 I worked for 5 years in the Produce department I was a "level 4" associate for the last 2 years; I was capped out at $14.91/hr. I transfered to pets dept. mgr. and now make $16.01/hr.

RynoinIowa .... I appreciate the information! It's good to know facts about Wal-Mart.

Ok Wal-Mart employees.... Is this guy just making this up? = "I am 32 years old and for the last 2 years worked without a raise because I was "capped out" at my position level."

I am not going to agrue with somone who obviously knows nothing about the benefits of Wal-Mart. However I will support Wal-Mart because no matter what product I want to buy if it is available and another company may advertise a better deal Wal-Mart will ALWAYS match their price. IF the quality is questioned I have NEVER had an issue with returns. I have no complaints. Other retailers have restrictions on advertisements and return policies.

I work at wal*mart (8 years now) when I first started; it was all about FAMILY values, you took care of your associates and in turn they took care of you. Now that the "kids" are running it we have become so P.C. it's not even funny; wal*mart tries to caters to everyones needs while abandoning it's own image and beliefs that made the company so good to begin with. Wages went from being a % increase to a flat rate increase. Benefits have gotten better. Salary caps have been established. I am 32 years old and for the last 2 years worked without a raise because I was "capped out" at my position level. If I hadn't transfered departments to a higher work level; I would've quit. Now in management; wal*mart ensures it's understaffed so that it's salaried mgmt. gets their bonus; they call it being staffed to plan. Yet ignore the fact that if they had enough associates to stock freight, cashier, etc. and pay a decent starting wage; their stock would go through the roof. For all their "green" efforts wal*mart cannot see the forest for the trees.

Actually I know MANY people who are 30 year associates and their stock has split several times and have quite the retirement. As for me, Ive gotten plenty of raises. Wal-Mart is not greedy to their associates. Maybe you should apply it sounds like you dont work for a very good company. Do you honestly see your job around in 10 years? Because I know Wal-Mart will be.

After reading most of the comments, I have to say that it seems that most people are more concerned with promoting their own agendas, rather than restricting their comments to the article's topic.. ..... All commerce comes down to the law of supply and demand..... Many stores, not just Walmart, sell items or market their wares to segments of society of which I am not a member. Does this mean that I boycott and bad mouth every store that does so? No, for then, my venues for shopping would be restricted. What I do , do though is to try to shop more often at those stores offer the goods that I want.... I read labels. If it is made in or grown in China, I do not l buy it. I also try to shop at a variety of stores; I try to support both mom and pop stores and corporate owned stores. I believe that most Americans do the best they can with what they have to spend. I would also like to nominate "TheRedneckBaron" for president, for his comments on this topic are the only ones that are logical and well-written

Um No. Why would you think that? Unlike other companies Wal-Mart actually gives their associates a chance to speak out against anything they would like to discuss. Its called the Open Door Policy.

I think this group(NLCP) should go find some hole and jump in it, I love Wal-Mart and the products they sell, I would not shop anywhere else.

ab123 ... What will you do in 3 years when they fire you because you've been there too long? Or do you plan on working at your current wage for the next 10-15 years?

maewilson .........When Wal-Mart is your only choice to buy retail goods in your area and they raise their prices as high as they want because there is no competition....Then what will you do?

ab123.... are you okay? Did you hit your head on a rock or something?

I live in a very small town Vicksburg mississippi. each day we have thousands of people visit Walmart from at least 4 states. My comment is that we need another Walmart here to commodate. The store is full everyday all day. Unless you go very inthe morning or very late at night. Now I love walmart, I'm there at least 4 times aweek. It has every thing I need. thanks M.A.Wilson