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- The Chicago Tribune previews the fall prime time T...
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9/08/2004
For $264 million dollars, you would think they could find a decent parachute. This just confirms why I have turned down multiple invitations to sky dive. If $264 million dollars can't guarantee a safe landing, what guarantees do I have with my $150?
- posted by Tom G. @ 9/08/2004 05:48:00 PM
