I just received a letter from my good friend in Washington, Congressman Tom Delay. It begins like this,
"In the aftermath of US forces liberating the Iraqi people from Saddam Hussein, we must continue..."
The letter goes on to inform me that I am among a select group of Americans receiving the National Public Opinion Packet. The leaders of our great country are asking for my opinion for a "Survey on America's Future".
The letter goes on. It goes on and on for four pages. This Tom Delay guy must give some long speeches because it seems like he has a lot to say. Finally, at the end of the letter he says he wants me to return my completed survey and contribution.
I'm pretty disappointed. I thought these Republicans had their finger on the pulse of America, or at least my pulse. I thought they were honestly searching for direction on critical issues. Now, I discover they're just after my money!
There's nothing wrong with fundraising and every campaign needs plenty of money to succeed, but I still find it a little discouraging. What if the letter had been a genuine plea for my opinion? It would've been a refreshing change from what we usually see in politics. I don't suppose the Democrats are interested in my opinion either.
Don't get me wrong. I support GWB just as much as any Neocon, but I'm a little offended by this type of fundraising. If you're going to ask for my money - then ask, but don't hide behind some phoney baloney survey to do it.
I wonder how much it would cost me to get to meet GWB and spend a night in the Lincoln Bedroom? Do you think my good buddy Tom Delay would be willing to arrange it?
Posted by jdmays at August 12, 2003 06:46 PM