Wal-mart Makes the Case for Spirits Sales in TX

Earlier this year, a US district court judge struck down a Texas rule that prevents public companies like Wal-mart, Costco and Target from selling spirits. The state promptly filed an appeal that is being argued now. We've previously covered the state's arguments. Now, Wal-mart has submitted its response, and it didn't hold anything back.BUT FIRST, SOME BACKGROUND. Wal-mart can sell beer and wine in Texas, but is prohibited from owning a package store permit, and therefore selling spirits. The retailer