By the Numbers: 6 Walmart heirs have as much wealth as 42% of Americans combined
New numbers show that just 6 members of the Walton family – who collectively own over 48% of Walmart – have as much wealth as 42% of all Americans. These numbers make it more apparent than ever that the Waltons can certainly afford to pay their workers a living wage.
To find out more about the Walton family and other corporate leaders of Walmart, and how the Walmart 1 Percent are dismantling middle class jobs, distorting democracy, and leading a campaign to undermine public education, visit www.walmart1percent.org.