Ford's "Bailout Guy" Fires Back
Published: September 19th, 2011
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“Chris” from Ford’s “Press Conference” commercial, which has received extensive media play recently from TTAC to Fox News, has uploaded a Youtube video in order to give his own, non-Ford-approved perspective on the controversy. He claims to be “just a guy who loves his F-150,” and insists that the commercial wasn’t staged or intended to be about the bailout. And based on his spontaneous thoughts in this video, the ideological component of his views do seem genuine. But don’t take my word for it, watch for yourself.
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Didn't Ford take government loans in the guise of improved manufacturing processes and fuel economy development? Or did they forget about those loans, which aren't paid back yet.
Why does this strike me as another "Joe The Plumber" looking to cash in on his 15 minutes of fame?
There are a lot of people who care about the issue of automakers taking government funds. They all get it in one way or another. But the TARP funds were unprecedented, and there are a lot of people who are turned off by GM and Chrysler because of it.
Welcome to your 15 minutes "Bailout Guy." I stand by my comments on other posts, the add in question was made for this guy and those like him, the domestic pickup truck driving, rugged individualist. Good job Ford, enjoy your Meme and as others have said you got your own Joe The Plumber.