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Deep thought: Man Utd players are agents of the US government

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Not as far fetched as it seems. The AIG shirts that they wear, the most overt symbol of the club, are now owned by the US government to the tune of 80%. Paradoxically, in the most capitalistic sports market, the Man U players are now the poster boys of the socialization of risk.

Posted by Shourin Roy on September 19, 2008 5:59 AM |

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