[krapp]

I wasn't making a claim that requires proof, but the attitude described can be found in many of the Amazon threads on this site, at least when wages are discussed.

Also, if Americans were unsatisfied with the way Amazon's employees are treated, the market would respond appropriately, and Amazon would be forced to change its practices to remain productive. As it is, the market doesn't appear to value the welfare of Amazon's employees over its current business practices.

[BucketSort]

Amazon's stock has fluctuated with political focus on the company. It dropped for a whole month this year I believe -- I don't have the figures on hand. You are right that many Americans have a greedy consumer mindset, but also many Americans don't feel like they have a choice. With 70% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, that doesn't leave room for wallet activism. While what you are saying is principled, I think the full circumstances of the economy and consumer conditions prevent them from expressing their sentiment in the market as you suggest.