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Suzan Ryan

September 12, 2016 8:18

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Good: Miracle Mattress’s Incredibly Offensive 9/11-Themed Twin Tower Sale Commercial

There’s an oft-repeated axiom that says: Comedy is tragedy plus time. It’s been 15 years since the horrific terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, and it still isn’t funny nor will it be anytime in the future. But good taste, common sense, and business savvy be damned, Miracle Mattress in San Antonio, Texas decided to air ad on local TV this week for its 9/11-themed Twin Tower Sale.

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