Here's the ladder we've put together to determine, by your votes, the Worst American Company.

Stay tuned for the forthcoming round 1 battle: Halliburton vs. Monsanto.

P.S. Face-off contendors determined solely by those who sumbitted here and on the tip line. Don't see a company you're sharpening a knife for? Nominate it, along with a reason why, in the comments here and we'll be sure to put them up on the chopping block next time.