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Originally Posted by Sly
I've thought this numerous times. The federal government alone purchases tens of thousands of vehicles every month... what about state, county, city etc. etc. etc.
I've also wondered... if the government gives, say $5 billion in research money to car companies to establish a more energy efficient car. Do they get a discount on purchasing said car after it is created?
The government has tremendous power... good power, in influence... they should use their influence more as opposed to demands.
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They already get huge discounts.
My old college roomie works for homeland security. He has told me about many things the 'G' gets for steep discounts... cars, hotel, flights, and so on. Not to mention some of the added benefits on said things.
I can understand it. For the reasons you point out. They have many employees, and purchasing power. However, as I said, if the government actually committed to the military, and ALL branches of government going 'green'. There would be some major fucking changes.
