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I really think this is a good idea. However, there could be a problem with copyright and trademark laws if the Hostess CEO resists the bailout. So, I would propose that the White House buy out the company after it closes its doors, hire the same union workers, give the company to the union, and then simply rename the products.

Cupcakes: Since this is also a generic word, one probably doesn't have to change the name. However, in case there is a problem, they could simply be sold as "White Housetess Cupcakes." This would have the advantage of reminding everyone of who saved this American institution.

Ding-Dongs: Simply delete the first word, and then market them as "Dongs." It will remind everyone of the Donkey party. (There is some danger of the product name reminding people of a certain part of the male anatomy, however, this may enhance sales. Memo - consult Sandra Fluke first. Also, this could be seen as unfair to women to have a product so closely association with things male, but see below).

Ho-Ho's: Do the same as with Ding-Dongs. The advantage is that the product, when marketed as "Ho's" or even "Hoes," will counteract and undo any unfairness perceived in a product called "Dongs." (Memo - consult Sandra Fluke on this as well).

Wonder Bread: Call it Plunder Bread. The advantage is that the name has meaning on several different levels, each of which could be used as focus groups dictate on different interest groups.

Twinkies: In honor of President Obama's Chicago power base, closest advisors, and political methodology these could be marketed as "Hinkies." With that name they may not sell quite as well in the Chicago area, but will be appreciated by the far greater number of potential consumers who have visited Chicago through the years and understand the meaning of this uniquely Chicagoan expression.

1 posted on 11/16/2012 4:09:36 PM PST by Belteshazzar
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Names 2 and 3 are just bizarre to this non-American.
That was the best name they could come up with?.


34 posted on 11/18/2012 8:08:50 AM PST by the scotsman (i)
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Was Governor Christie the first signature?


36 posted on 11/18/2012 2:06:49 PM PST by dfwgator
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