Would You Vote for Spam?

Written by Chris Merriam

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 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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