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A Shared Vision - Wal-Mart Workers of America and Sam Walton
Wal-Mart Workers of America shares many of the same core beliefs that Sam Walton founded Wal-Mart on
and which Wal-Mart CEO Lee Scott seems to have sadly forgotten.
Respect for the Individual
We believe Wal-Mart’s workers should be treated fairly, equally, and with dignity. Wal-Mart’s 1.3 million workers made Wal-Mart America’s largest employer and one of the most profitable companies in the world. Just like Sam Walton said, in 1962, Wal-Mart’s workers are fundamental to Wal-Mart’s success. But, respect for Wal-Mart workers means treating workers equally, giving them the rights and protections guaranteed under the law. Wal-Mart executives should not exploit their workers, take advantage of employees’ hard work or put its profits before its people. As we all know, Wal-Mart workers deserve a living wage, health care they can afford, and real retirement security. At the end of the day, it is Wal-Mart’s 1.3 million workers in over 3,700 stores which help make Wal-Mart so profitable and so successful. Service to Our Customers
We believe American consumers want Wal-Mart to reflect the best of American values. Wal-Mart customers want Wal-Mart to treat its workers fairly, equally, and with dignity. It is what Sam Walton would have wanted. Instead, in more than 130 cities, communities are rising up in opposition to Wal-Mart. Strive for Excellence
As Sam Walton believed, reaching further and achieving greatness means real change, and never being satisfied with the status quo. We believe Wal-Mart can change, and can achieve excellence, both for its workers and customers. We believe now is the time to embrace a better vision for Wal-Mart – one where all workers are treated fairly, equally, and with dignity. |
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