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December 16, 2007
Supporting the people of Ghana
Funny things happen when people have too much free time on their hands. For example, this email exchange:
What: An opportunity to purchase super-premium, single-source Ghanaian chocolate to help save the lives of potentially hundreds of thousands of children in Ghana and the rest of Africa. 100% of the proceeds go directly to fund programs run by (charity), a New York based nonprofit operating in Ghana with a mission to reduce the incidence of roadside injury in developing nations around the world. How: Those who are interested in purchasing can either send an email to XXXX or place their order directly via the website at: XXXXX Each package of 3 three-ounce bars sells for $30 (half of which is tax deductible as a charitable donation). These make great gifts for the holidays!
To which someone hits "reply to all" with this note:
In some ways, i feel that i am already supporting the people of ghana. I am in constant email correspondence with the son of their former president, and i am helping him to access the frozen bank accounts that contain the billions in foreign aid he has squirreled away. However, since i stand to profit handsomely from this venture, i suppose i am in a position to give back. i will find you to discuss specific amounts but count me in.
Posted by adrianjo at December 16, 2007 07:00 PM