Ron Burgundy Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 Walmart, the biggest retailer in the United States, is opening its first-ever stores in the US capital -- but some aren't giving it a warm welcome. Wooed by Mayor Vincent Gray, the big box discounter has made plans to eventually open six locations, ultimately creating as many as 1,800 jobs in a city that, in some neighborhoods, has more than double the national average unemployment rate. We need jobs here big time," said Tinisha, who applied for a position at one of the first two stores Walmart is opening in Washington, set to ring up its first sales on December 3. But not everyone thinks the kind of jobs Walmart offers are a good thing. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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