My sister made certain choices about the life she wanted. Those choices include a steady job, a husband and children. But balance and stability come at a cost. It is harder for her to be spontaneous. It is harder to just up and leave.
If we care about the average working American, then Wal-Mart matters. A lot.
Money is a short-term result that incentivizes short-term decision making.
The cost of leadership is self-interest.
I love science fiction - always have.
Believing that your competition is stronger and better than you pushes you to better yourselves.