Re: Lest ye get too complacent

Wasn't my fact.  I meant that particular statement to be taken a bit 
sarcastically, in reference to another post.  :)

Mike


> before we start throwing out "facts" ....
> 75% of American consumers do not shop at Wal-Mart.
> They may have 75% of something, but not total consumers (at
> Christmas or other times...).
> As to the criminal charges mentioned.... Wal-Mart has a whole string
> of legal problems in many areas -  as do other businesses. We just
> hear about Wal-Mart more lately, and it does appear they are more than
> willing to cut corners for a few more bucks. I would not underestimate
> the seriousness of hazmat transportation. Improper handling
> brought a jetliner down over the Everglades a few years ago,
> and has cost countless lives on the roads.
> jim
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Michael Jacobsen" <MJacobsen@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: "Midrange Systems Technical Discussion" <midrange-l@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2005 11:07 AM
> Subject: Re: Lest ye get too complacent
> 
> 
> >I agree with that.  And I think it also applies to consumers shopping 
at
> > Wal-Mart.  Most people will purchase a product at the lowest price. 
And
> > apparently 75% of the people think that is at Wal-Mart.  That does not
> > mean they endorse outsourcing or other unethical business practices.
> >
> > Mike