Should Wal-Mart Supercenters Be 'Banned' in Los Angeles?

Writer questions efficacy of potential wholesale ban on Wal-Mart 'supercenters' by the Los Angeles City Council.

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February 26, 2004, 9:00 AM PST

This editorial concludes that many of the economic, social, and design problems typically associated without Wal-Mart stores cannot be blamed solely on the nation's largest retailer. While opponents of Wal-Mart's planned expansion into southern California express concern for the wellbeing of local businesses, others argue that potential developments should be considered on a neighborhood by neighborhood basis.

Thanks to Erin Clark

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Sunday, February 22, 2004 in The Los Angeles Times

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