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Re: Blog: The Oakland Tribune on Our Week of Action | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:28:20 -0000

I have noticed a NEW sign by the time clocks at stores which say, "If you are sick, punch in and notify management before working" Any comments from anybody on what this new program is? OR what it hopes to achieve?

Re: Wake Up Walmart on Huffington Post

Wally World in Wisconsin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:27:56 -0000

THINK ENRON..........

Re: Blog: Shaw’s Grocery Chain Implodes in Connecticut | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:52:34 -0000

Most opposition groups are led by the few. Most people are to busy making a living to indulge in such issues, or stay in the sidelines. The 'anti' groups build momentum after the yeah or nay decisions.

Re: Blog: Shaw’s Grocery Chain Implodes in Connecticut | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:46:16 -0000

Thanks for your feedback. Appreciated. Your last paragraph kind of hits the nail on the head. I fully understand the 'rollbacks' in the retail world. Just came to my mind as I was posting....mostly to the 'ill informed'. I freely admitt I sometimes suffer from the 'Norma Rae' syndrome.

Re: Blog: WakeUpWalmart.com and Activists Demand Walmart Change its Sick Day Policy | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 09:36:14 -0000

Getting back to the original post concerning Wal-Mart 'sick day policy'.....This is the of the most abused policies dictated by salaried mangement.
For those 'salaried managers' lurking in the shadows here, perusing these blogs, what is your corporate policies on YOUR SICK DAYS or ABSENCES?

Re: Blog: Shaw’s Grocery Chain Implodes in Connecticut | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 09:29:25 -0000

Raising prices at Wal-Mart happens all the time. You save in one aisle, the next aisle you loose. One problem is regular shoppers must pay attention to is 'roll back' pricing. One week the price is raised, sometimes by 50 cents. Wal-Mart leaves this price for, say, a week or so, then introduces the roll back price, back to the oringinal price to begin with. Sneaky, but effective for profits. Second question, Yes, but Wal-Mart, currently will never entertain this concept. The third question.....Stockholders would react, and board members, with absolute distain in regards to this measure. The bottom line is to MAKE MONEY, PERIOD! Wages are not the primary issue right now to the Wal-mart associates, It is the policies and treatment of associates.

Re: Blog: WakeUpWalmart.com and Activists Demand Walmart Change its Sick Day Policy | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 09:07:41 -0000

2002.....who cares! Your a thief, period!

Re: Blog: WakeUpWalmart.com and Activists Demand Walmart Change its Sick Day Policy | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 09:05:52 -0000

I cannot take this video seriously. I have tried various search engines (For about 3 hours), even the 'point of light' web site, I cannot find any records of the above former associate.

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:16:43 -0000

Valid point on the term 'salary caps' Thanks for the clarification. Hence hourly managers jumping to ZMS positions. I agree with your last two paragraphs.

Re: Blog: Shaw’s Grocery Chain Implodes in Connecticut | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:06:04 -0000

Thank you for your comments. I should have read the post, and the previous blog entries more carefully.

Re: Blog: Shaw’s Grocery Chain Implodes in Connecticut | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:14:35 -0000

I forgot to include Wal-Mart in this catagory also.

Re: Blog: Shaw’s Grocery Chain Implodes in Connecticut | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:12:52 -0000

Communities are grasping at straws. Due to the current ecomomic situation, they are looking for short term fixes. Keeps the voters happy!

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:55:01 -0000

Yes....At this moment some retail stores, non union, have higher pay scales per hour i.e Lowes, Home Depot. Combined retail which have produce, foodstuffs, meat are certainly capping wages and hours. Sign of the times. Second ? No. workers who excell will always get the benifit of employment, along as they abide with company policies. Qestion 3....raises are given annually, usually 40 cents per hour. Some more, depending on the store budget. Although there is salary caps, which I strongly disagree with.
With all the curent policies and programs Wal-Mart is instituting at the present, Unions would be a benifit for policies only, and most of all employee protection an abuse, which is becoming more widespread. This is called by fear at all levels. When people talk union, they automatically think wages. During this economic uncertainty, my belief is everybody has 'to suck it up' for the time being. Having said this, YES, I strongly believe unions will eventually become very active and win at Wal-Mart. When I drum my fingers on the table, I wonder where are they? What is their plan? When is there going to be some serious movement?

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:36:22 -0000

Thank you for posting the above statement. Some current studies are always welcome to to inform people who peruse these blogs.
Although I disagree with the general statement regarding wait times for specialized care.

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 11:28:24 -0000

But then again, Wal-Mart attorneys, who are protecting the interests of Wal-Mart in many avenues of law, are now part of the 300 layoffs at Bentonville!

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:56:48 -0000

As always, media statements should be researched fully. Who are the Canadian analysts? Are these people associated with a certain political party? Employed by a 'think tank' group?
With all due respect to the above blogger, Nfld. premier made a great statement for more allotment of Federal funds for his province. I strongly doubt that he is in fact travelling to the United States for any type of proceedure.
This is a one time statement and now a dead media story.

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:35:36 -0000

Well written Sage! Thanks!

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 10:33:29 -0000

What would be great......Hmmmm, how about unloading a 3000 article GM truck for a week, when the backroom is at 100 F. plus, with no fans, fluids, racing against the almighty scorecard!

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:56:36 -0000

Actually, without revealing my past and having some anonymity on these blogs, I can assure you, my knowledge of health care in all realms, both in the Americas and the Euro Common Countries are outstanding. Having input on policy, formatiing policies within certain political parties, especially at the federal level in the recent past.

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 08:43:00 -0000

Yes, there is no comparison between the two systems. That is correct. One is Canadian, the other is American.
" there is 6 times as many CT scans and MRI units per capita in the US than in Canada. " Population comparison is Canada, population 36 million versus United States, approaching 400 million. So, yes, it would stand to reason why the ratio. This is a very old satistic.

Re: Walmart Fires Another 300

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 08:32:41 -0000

The term 'Medical Tourism' is another 'ism' invented by critics on both sides. Sharing of services between countries has been going on for the past 2 decades. There is medical tourism with Mexico also. You have to wonder what the politcal statement this premier is trying to make.

Re: First Recall for Cadmium Targets ‘Princess and the Frog’ Necklaces Sold at Walmart

Wally World in Wisconsin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:37:16 -0000

There was something in the wind months ago! Infighting has already began as Salaried managers fight amongst themselves, along with hourly zone managers. In a way...it is sickening to observe!

Re: Blog: Connect With Us! | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 13:14:58 -0000

Here is one for the books! Wal-Mart management now reviewing Facebook entries of store associates and outside friends for negative comments concerning store operations, management and other associates.

Re: Blog: Connect With Us! | Wal-Mart Watch | Fighting for Wal-Mart Workers | Employee Free Choice Act

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:48:31 -0000

Welcome to the blog Casinohijack! I too hope you write often to give us updates! Good luck! By the way...don't get sick on the job!

Re: Walmart Lays Off More Than 11,000 Sam’s Club Employees

Wally World in Wisconsin — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:12:48 -0000

I agree with the above statements, Especially by SAGE! The concept of any union trying to organize Wal-mart should not be solely about wages. I do not know what the grand plan of UFCW visionaries are at the moment, but I am tired of reading about crib recalls and AP parking lot incidents! For those Union organizers who read this, when are you (we) going to see some action?