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Good news for the economy. Sales of Bulletproof backpacks for children skyrocket.
Obviously, the tag line was sarcastic. But the truth is that the sales of bulletproof backpacks have skyrocketed according to this news story.
Firms selling bullet-proof children's gear - including Disney Princess and Avengers backpacks lined with Kevlar-type sheeting - are reporting a massive surge in sales in the wake of the Sandy Hook massacre.
Salt Lake City-based Amendment II is among several firms being accused of callously cashing-in on the tragedy in which 26 people were gunned down including 23 children.
The firm is currently promoting a range of $300 bulletproof backpacks, alongside body armour in children's sizes, and say they have sold as many in a week as they usually sell in three months.
Salt Lake City-based Amendment II is among several firms being accused of callously cashing-in on the tragedy in which 26 people were gunned down including 23 children.
The firm is currently promoting a range of $300 bulletproof backpacks, alongside body armour in children's sizes, and say they have sold as many in a week as they usually sell in three months.
Seriously? This is the world you gun nuts want? One where you have to buy bullet proof backpacks and body armor for your kids? Are you out of your freaking minds?
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