US District Judge Robert Pitman has struck down a state law that prevents public companies like Wal-mart from selling spirits in the Lone Star state.Recall, Wal-mart can sell wine and beer in Texas, but is prohibited from owning a package store permit and therefore from selling spirits. The mega retailer claims it is irrationally banned for being a public company because private package store owners are permitted to sell spirits as are publicly traded hotel corporations.After not having any luck
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