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Written by Chris Merriam
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 Yeah, yeah... we know you're running for public office. Who isn't it
seems. But come now, can't we play fair. I am not talking about calling
names or who saw who at the Nugget. I am talking about "unsavory"
political marketing techniques. I am talking about SPAM.
I received an unsolicited e-mail from a candidate in my inbox
yesterday with the greeting "Dear Friend". I didn't know this person.
The e-mail did include the required "click to be removed" link at the
bottom but it did not state where the list came from. I had the option
to just click the link and go on about my business but my curiosity was
peaked. I wondered where this person get my address. So I wrote the
candidate a reply back:
Dear _____, (I am not including names in this article - it got me in trouble last time) Why would I vote for someone that sends out spam - do you not realize that spam marks you as unethical right off the bat in many peoples eyes? Also, your spam
e-mail includes the required "paid for and approved by" disclaimer;
what exactly did you pay for? If you purchased my address, where did
you purchase it from?
Seven
days have now passed and I have not gotten a response. This makes me
wonder... if this candidate did get elected, would they not reply back
to a civic minded citizen's concern? Or would that too go unanswered.
Now that I have your attention. I wanted to take this opportunity
to let any candidate running for public office in Bay County and
surrounding areas know that PcityLive.com wants to help you get your
face in front of voters. Here is your chance to take advantage of some
free, unbiased publicity. For more details and time schedule, e-mail us at
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