Wal martWalmart has been trying for years to establish a presence in New York City but their efforts have been met with opposition.Christine Quinn, New York City Council Speaker, led a protest against the corporation in April once word got out that it was eyeing a Brooklyn development for its new location. In June, over 75 advocates came together to protest a proposed NYC Walmart location.Opponents of Walmart say the company is full of bad business practices, from unequal rights for women employees to low wages.
The announcement of Walmart’s donation was made blocks away from Walmart’s coveted potential Brooklyn development, leading some to view the contribution as an informal payoff to the city in exchange for their support."It's like bribery. Of course they're buying their way in," said Steven Barrison, a member of the Small Business Congress of New York City, to NY1. "Everyone knows that."However, Michelle Gilliard, senior director for the Walmart Foundation, said the corporation is only doing its part to help the community.
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