Episode 127 • • 1:18:20 - 1:24:18
127: Poppy Futures Blooming
Whole Foods Boycott, SEIU Change to Win
Whole Foods CEO John Mackey faced boycott threats after writing an op-ed critical of the Obama health care plan. Investigation reveals that "Change to Win" (CTW) Investments, led by SEIU executives, is pushing for Mackey's removal. Meanwhile, Tea Party groups have organized "buy-cotts" to support the store. The hosts analyze Whole Foods' 34% profit margins and question why political activists are focusing on a high-end grocery chain.