In an attempt to diversify your shopping experience, Wal- Mart has joined forces with the corporate advisory council of the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. Not all gay activists or Wal-Mart activists for that matter support this action though.
This change risks alienating loyal patrons. Many patrons have already discontinued shopping at Wal-Mart because of its shift from the “pro-family” stance. In 2002, Wal-Mart pulled a pregnant Barbie Doll of shelves, because many parents said it promoted teenage pregnancy even though Barbie wore a wedding ring. But, this year Wal-Mart ignored the American Family Assn. by continuing to carry stocks of “Brokeback Mountain”. They have products aimed at same sex marriages such as greeting cards that read, Mrs. And Mrs.
Wal-Mart can do what it wants. It will be criticized, and it is a culture war.
