How on earth did such an incomparable bonehead become so extraordinarily wealthy?
a smart wife perhaps?
I think he inherited the store chain. You're right. He's dumber than a doornail. After Alito answered his question about 'traditional values' he stared numbly for about five seconds, then said, "very good."
I think he inherited the store chain and has since sold it.
I believe his father started the department stores.