The lives we live are a bit of a straight-hair vs. curly-hair thing. We often want what we don't have. In reality, it's not about better or worse; it's just perception.
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.