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There is probably an other reason, the opposite of why Ford paid higher wages "so employees can afford his cars".

Well, Wallmart employees are so poor they are forced to shop at Wallmart. If they got higher wages, they would probably shop at Trader's Joe or Wholefoods.

By keeping poor people poor, they actually increase their customer base.




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