New York manhole covers, forged barefoot in India


	New York manhole covers, forged barefoot in India

arifsali

11-26-2007 4:03 PM

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11-26-2007 5:26 PM

cptenaud

We are instrumental in oppressing other countries. Then wonder why we are not liked.

11-26-2007 5:34 PM

BartendingBear

I cant help but wonder what the savings on the bids are that bring the contract to them. Under-bid US suppliers (assuming there are any left) by 10%, save 97% on labor and pocket the difference? Just curious.

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