Carlos Arámbula

Chains Hire 'Wal-Mart Killers' on the Sly

June 8, 2010

FROM RETAILWIRE:
It's not unusual for businesses to quietly bankroll individuals or organizations that advance causes supporting their corporate goals. One such organization, Saint Consulting Group, according to a Wall Street Journal report, is in the business of trying to keep Wal-Mart from opening stores. Do you see any ethical issues with chains secretly bankrolling companies such as Saint Consulting to influence public policy?      [more...]

As unsavory as it is, it is legal and not a new practice. It's also legal for consumer and trade press to expose such arrangements.

In my opinion is is the press who has a responsibility to promote clarity and truth to consumers and communities who often fail in this scenario.