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[–] 2 points 7 months ago (2 children)

I have a bridge to sell you.

I recognize that as some part of a saying indicating someone is gullible, but don't actually know the source. I know this is off-topic, but where does this come from?

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  • [–] 9 points 7 months ago*

    I love etymology, so I looked it up:

    In reference to George C. Parker, an infamous conman who successfully duped his victims into “buying” the Brooklyn Bridge.

    Per wikitionary

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