Assessment A
May 18, 2020
The theme of aspiration in the movie the great Gatsby and how that overall connects to the theme of the American dream
May 18, 2020
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See Walmart Proxy Statement
1.    Comment on the efforts described in the Proxy Statement with respect to addressing concerns over corporate governance.  Cite 3 observations that Walmart identifies as areas in which is focuses its efforts on with respect to corporate governance.
2.    Does Walmart appear to take corporate governance seriously according to the Proxy Statement?  How does this compare to its public actions discussed in class to date?
3.    Over the past 2 years, Walmart shares have outperformed the S&P 500 broad market index.  Is the stock performance a valid metric on whether Walmart management were adequately paid for their efforts? 
4.    What percentage of the companys stock is owned in total by the directors and executive officers (other than the Waltons)?  Does that number surprise you?

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