What about David Beckham wearing (sort of) Armani underwear or Adidas sportswear?

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Much indignation in The Independent about the conditions in the factories in Indonesia which are making the Adidas garments for the Olympics in London.

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And whether Adidas wanted it or not, the sneakers were still inspiring a spirited debate about race in the comment section of its Facebook page.

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