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Sources:
- Choi, C. (2012, November 29). Twinkies maker Hostess ready for its big bake sale. Retrieved from http://www.boston.com/business/news/2012/11/29/hostess-seek-approval-for-executive-bonuses/AnYdA7P2giL6RYJypXQ1dI/story.html
- ABC News. (2012, November 19). Twinkies May Find Buyer, Hostess CEO Says. Retrieved from http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/business/2012/11/twinkies-may-find-buyer-hostess-ceo-says/
- Reuters. (2012, November 21). Hostess Liquidation Proceeding; 'Flood of Inquiries' By Interested Buyers. Retrieved from http://www.courant.com/business/hc-hostess-mediation-1122-20121121,0,2300558.story