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“Where Would Jesus Shop?” Campaign Puts Wal Mart On The Defensive...


First Posted: 12- 9-05 12:38 PM   |   Updated: 03-28-08 02:43 AM

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Associated Press:

W.W.J.S. Where would Jesus shop? According to union-backed critics of Wal-Mart Stores Inc., not at the world's largest retailer. WakeUpWalMart.com on Thursday unveiled a religious-themed campaign Thursday asking shoppers whether God wants them to buy things from the Bentonville, Ark.-based company.

The group, funded by the United Food and Commercial Workers union, launched a TV ad and released a letter signed by 65 clergy members and religious figures. The group says Wal-Mart's policy over wages, health benefits and other issues harm families and communities.

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