What does this comment mean?

Question

The following is a comment by a reader concerning a story in a Spanish language newspaper. The story is about an intent of some Walmart employees in the United States to press the company for higher wages and better benefits. I think the comment translates as: “You know Walmart’s challenge, pay the minimum to its workers.” Although not specifically so stated in that translation, should this comment be interpreted as meaning: “Walmart’s objective is to pay the minimum (salary and benefits) to its employees” ?

CONOCE EL DESAFIO WALMART, PAGARLE EL MINIMO A SUS TRABAJADORES.

Answer 1

The word "conocer" has the connotation of "recognize" so I think your interpretation is correct. Literally it says "Recognize the Walmart challenge (defiance), to pay the minimum to its employees."

Thanks, I hadn't thought of the connotation of "recognize." - Ken-Smith, Sep 5, 2013