The High Cost Of Low Prices Summary

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Contrary to what the documentary The High Cost of Low Prices argues, the Walmart corporation believes that they truly help small businesses and benefit communities. When Sam’s
Club was founded in 1983, Sam Walton’s goal was to give entrepreneurs the ability to buy the products they need to create and sustain successful local businesses. Just like any other entrepreneur, Walton knew how challenging it was to run a small business, after all, Walmart had to start somewhere. Sam’s Club was founded due to Walton’s “passion for leadership through service” and wish to “leverage his resources.” Because the success of small businesses aids a growing economy and adds to the creation of new jobs, the Walmart corporation understands the importance of

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