What could be more American than Frisbees. Hula-Hoops. Silly String. Slip n Slide?

Yes, they’re all made by Wham-O.

And now? Wham-O is owned by the Chinese.

Thanks to Boing Boing for the heads up. I’m gonna go drown my sorrows in a beer, while trying to use a Hula-hoop without needing to be put in traction. Wish me luck.