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Originally Posted by Gearswinger (Post 2216567)

What I've noticed is there is nowhere that is more back stabbing, cynical, and critical of others than APC. People can't just let others live, they have to give input where none was needed or asked for. Complaining about people wearing a pink tie for a month is just one of the more ridiculous examples. These same people (for the most part) don't act like this in real life. They just enjoy coming on here and blowing off steam.

For me the bottom line is this: I nearly lost my mother to breast cancer. Every year my company encourages me to wear a pink tie in October to increase awareness, so I wear one. I don't think it'll change the world or make a huge difference, but it might help in some way. We do give to charity to support cancer research so it's not just a tie. The fact that I like having some color for one month out of the year is just a bonus, even though my son makes fun of me every time he sees me wearing the pink tie.

+1 it's all about awareness #savethetatas

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Originally Posted by Gearswinger (Post 2216567)

First off, glad your mom made it through. Second, cancer sucks. Third, every little bit helps.

I'm also a proud supporter of Movember which raises awareness for testicular/prostate cancer. It also raises awareness for men's health issues like mental health and depression. Yeah, my mustache makes me look like a child molester when I grow it, but it starts a conversation, usually that opens with 'Sir, why are you driving that minivan and asking kids if they've seen your puppy?'...but that's beside the point.

We all have an opportunity to do something about these causes. Whether it's donating time, talent, or treasure, every bit helps.

Every bit helps is true. Here's an honest question that we couldn't figure out a couple of trips ago: is there really anyone who isn't aware of breast cancer these days? Does the abstract "awareness" really accomplish anything meaningful towards actually solving the problem? Or would the money spent on all the pink articles of clothing be better spent in a research lab?

Disclaimer: I've had a cousin and an aunt die of breast cancer and another aunt fight it. My wife is at risk due to family history. So, no insensitivity here, just honest curiosity.

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Originally Posted by Flightcap (Post 2223677)

Yes I think so. My mother and no one in my family has thankfully never experienced it. However she is involved in a local charity that raises awareness for the disease but more importantly raises money so less fortunate people in town can receive free mammograms. From listening to her and her group over the years the biggest thing they preach is early detection and you can only get it by going to the doctor and getting a mammogram. From what I've heard it's not the most pleasant experience in the world something like two cold anvils squeezing down on you while taking images and it's a special test equipment unlike our yearly "poke", but I digress. Because of the early detection factor in saving lives and the possibility of earlier treatments it's an important reminder to women to get that yearly checkup. I think the point is not so much hey let's wear pink and raise MONEY or admit there's an issue (both great things though) but more like a cultural calendar reminder and also a time to think about those who have last loved ones.

Personally I wish the prostate movement would gain the same attention and be a similar type reminder for us men but I guess we just have to ask Siri to remind us.....

For those who are buying directly from their company, you should read the information regarding what they donate. AAG just as previous AMR did, tie cost about 10 dollars and they donate 1 dollar from the 10. Rip off.

As others have stated donate directly, if you want to wear pink go ahead but don't buy it from your airline. They donate a very small percentage from the sales.

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Originally Posted by buddies8 (Post 2223688)

Delta gives 100%. Not all airlines the same.

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Originally Posted by Geardownflaps30 (Post 2223717)

Delta gives 100%. Not all airlines the same.

When you say 100% you mean "100%" or 100%.
If the tie cost $10 they give it to charity and you a tie? Who paid for the tie?
Tie cost $10 they give $1 dollar to charity and pay tie vendor $9 so they "give" 100% of "margins" to charity?

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Originally Posted by Flightcap (Post 2223677)

Maybe people are aware BECAUSE of events like this. Not trying to be a dick, just food for thought.

I'd also like to add that having a month dedicated to it and pink things all over is awareness but it also serves as a reminder for people to get checked for it. If wearing pink helps some people to take the time out of their busy life to get checked, it could save their life and doesn't that make it worthwhile?
Also a lot of the money from the sale of these items goes to research to help fight cancer. (I know as others have said that not every place that you buy from does that but many do. Do your due diligence and buy from places that forward that money on)

Source for pink tie

If you want the 'official' Susan G Komen Foundation tie for breast cancer research, you can get it from Macys.com Susan G Komen Men's Solid Herringbone Tie - Ties & Pocket Squares - Men - Macy's

Right now there is an additional 25% off with discount code LOOKS

Those of you that are retired military or reserve, aafes.com has the same tie for $10