Allegations of bribery in Mexico, and an ensuing cover-up by company executives, have rocked Wal-Mart this week. And though the company has been lauded in recent years for various sustainability initiatives, this week’s revelations are a reminder of the more troubled side of the company’s history — and further fodder for critics who want to keep its stores out of their neighborhoods. (Hello, New York and D.C.) Simply put, this is hardly the first time the retail giant has felt the glare of negative headlines or legal hot water.
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