Walgreens' Wayward Wisdom -- Supporting Gay Games
By Randy Sharp
October 21, 2005

(AgapePress) - Someone at Walgreens deserves a huge bonus for the idea to increase sales by helping drive events that result in the need for the company's drugs.

Next July, when the 2006 Gay Games take place in Chicago, historical precedent promises that homosexual encounters will take place by the thousands, in bars, public parks, and shopping mall restrooms. The Gay Games Social Committee almost guarantees it by stating on their website: "Chicago's LGBT [lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender] scene is fierce no matter what time of year it is, but during that one week in July 2006, we are committed to making sure you have the time of your life."

This is where Walgreens' profiteers put their heads together to insure they get their piece of the pie.

No doubt large numbers of gays will become exposed to HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. A glance at online pictures from past Gay Games' nightlife is a clear indication that the party scene is designed for "hooking up," with casual and anonymous sex in mind.

Walgreens must be salivating at the prospect of new customers this will create.

And how better to become the official "drug dealer" of the Gay Games, than to donate $100,000 and become the top sponsor for incredible exposure? It's a brilliant marketing investment!
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