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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:19 PM
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-----PEOPLE, Listen UP, I Had a GREAT Idea today-----
I went to eat with a friend. When the bill came, I told her I would pay for it. We had been talking about politics for the entire meal. She supports Obama too. Anyway, when the bill came, I paid with my Visa debit card, and had to sign the slip. I filled in the tip and signed it, but not before I added;

OBAMA/BIDEN08 right above my sig.

I plan to do this with EVERYTHING, and I mean everything, I sign going forward, and I recommend everyone do the same. It may not get us any voters, but it WILL show people how strong Obama's support is.


Do it.

:-)
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flpoljunkie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:21 PM
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1. Especially helpful if you leave a nice tip!
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:21 PM
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2. I left $10.00 on $35...
:-) But he was an excellent waiter too.
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flpoljunkie Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Sep-15-08 01:58 PM
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37. That's a very nice tip!
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Sep-15-08 02:07 PM
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38. Hey, I was a waitress when I was younger....
so I get it. But he was a very good waiter. I ordered the baby back ribs, and was slightly annoyed that when they showed up, for $17.00, there were only 8 tiny, tiny ribs on the plate. So I thought, no biggie...this is the economy we live in. But when I got to the second small rack, they were so over cooked, that they were like jerky. I asked him to send them back, and he gladly did so. When he came back, he brought me a clean plate, with nothing but ribs on it, and I'm telling ya, there were about 20 ribs on it!! And, they were perfect. He was very apologetic as well, and he knew I would never be able to eat them all, so be brought a box with him to the table.

What service!!:-)
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PatSeg Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Sep-15-08 02:25 PM
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42. Great idea
as long as you tip well as in your case. The possibilities are endless!
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Labors of Hercules Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Sep-15-08 02:09 PM
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41. Democrats ALWAYS tip better than Republicans.
Worked in restaurants for 10 years and it's the truth. :applause:
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Skidmore Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:22 PM
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3. Write it on envelopes you return bills in.
I put "Impeach Bush" on all of mine.
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:23 PM
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6. Ohh, if I only mailed anything in...
all of my stuff is electronic...but there are a million ways to do this. We all sign things everyday. We just don't stop and think about it when we do it.
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:24 PM
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8. LOL...good one...
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Skidmore Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 06:08 PM
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31. Just think, everyone who handles those pieces of mail get to read
that message. Over the years, I've written various things--like Bush Lied! and There are no WMD!....a stealth campaign tool.
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blondeatlast Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:22 PM
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4. Oooh, I like it, I like it! Imagine leaving just a little bit more on the tip
with a prepared note saying Obama/Biden will reduce your taxes, or some such thing.

This could get good!
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CrispyQ Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:33 PM
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13. Write this website on the bill:
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blondeatlast Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:41 PM
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15. VERY GOOD! I'd forgotten about that--PERFECT. Cashiers, cabbies;
you name it.
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RoadRage Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:23 PM
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5. Maybe you should write:
Leave a nice tip, and then above or below the tip line put something like "If you help me elect Obama in November, i'll be able to afford to leave you a bigger tip next time"!

:)
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:24 PM
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7. LOL, yeah!
GET THE MESSAGE OUT THERE!!
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goodgd_yall Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:27 PM
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9. I like your idea. n/t
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cyndensco Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:29 PM
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10. Good idea.
Obama/Biden 08
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inthebrain Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:31 PM
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11. Works better when you write it on money
More people see it as it gets around.

Especially $1 bills.

People pay attention to writing on money. They don't expect to see it.
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FrenchieCat Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:31 PM
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12. Great idea! Thank you for it!
Back of envelopes too! Excellent! Maybe I'll order some Obama/Biden stickers....and use them to seal my envelopes.
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:45 PM
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16. Ok, you all are making me wish I paid for things through snail mail.
:-) Hmm...what else....
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Cha Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 06:10 PM
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32. That's a good idea, too.. I didn't
realize they made ObamaBiden Stickers. I mail a lot of letters, ect.
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CTyankee Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:36 PM
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14. Yes, maybe on some things, but not others.
I put a tip for the woman who cuts my hair in a little envelope and write "Thanks!" Since I have been going to her for 2 years and feel like I know her, I don't presume to tell her how to vote. She doesn't talk about politics (I guess I can't blame her). So I feel it would be rude for me to impose on her this way.

I prefer to talk up issues with people and try to persuade,mostly with a lot of humor...
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justiceischeap Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:47 PM
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17. But you could write it on money and put that money in the envelope.
She doesn't have to know it's from you. :)
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:48 PM
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18. LOL, slick....
:-)
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CTyankee Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:51 PM
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No, I write my name on the envelope. I want her to know I appreciate her work.
I feel it is only right to do this. She works hard and is on her feet all day. Kids and 2nd marriage take a lot out of her. I try to speak to her woman to woman about McCain's adultery. Haven't had a chance to talk to her about Palin, but I will do so next visit. I hope by that time Sarah is so discredited that she won't be worth talking about!
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justiceischeap Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:55 PM
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22. Yeah but still, if you write Obama/Biden on the MONEY
she'll never know you put it on the MONEY. :)
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CTyankee Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:51 PM
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20. No, I write my name on the envelope. I want her to know I appreciate her work.
I feel it is only right to do this. She works hard and is on her feet all day. Kids and 2nd marriage take a lot out of her. I try to speak to her woman to woman about McCain's adultery. Haven't had a chance to talk to her about Palin, but I will do so next visit. I hope by that time Sarah is so discredited that she won't be worth talking about!
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tblue Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:55 PM
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21.  I'd sure want to know if my hair was being cut by a fascist.
It's up to you and it's very personal, I understand. You are probably much more genial than me. I tend to get too emotional; I"m very angry therefore not the best ambassador. I wish I had your skill with humor and persuasion. I'm working on it.
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CTyankee Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 05:05 PM
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24. If I knew she was a fascist I wouldn't go to her. I think she's just a hardworking woman
who needs the money. Without any proof, I can't say she's a fascist. All I know is she doesn't talk about politics. I don't blame her.

But I don't think she is. I think she's going to vote for Obama, I really do. A fascist would have said something long ago.

And after all, we're in New Haven, a REALLY Dem town...
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tblue Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 05:15 PM
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26. I didn't call her a fascist. I just said I'd want to know.
Never mind. Forget it. Have a nice day.
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CTyankee Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 05:33 PM
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28. Not to worry, all is well!
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CrispyQ Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 05:14 PM
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25. In 2004 I got a haircut from a guy that had been cutting my hair for years.
His shop is in a little plaza type mall. I parked right in front & he was smoking a cig outside. I had several Kerry & anti-boosh bumper stickers in the back window of my truck. He came around to the back of my truck to read the stickers & grunted. He chopped the crap out of my hair. Worst cut I've ever had - awful! I never went back.

I didn't feel like I was imposing - who knew he'd be outside? But your point is well taken.

:rofl:

I laugh now cuz my hair's grown out, but I was pissed then.
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mscuedawg Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:50 PM
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19. Make it your signature on ALL your emails! Obama/Biden '08
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Frank Booth Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 04:58 PM
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23. How about if we all get some spray paint, and start writing it on buildings and houses and stuff?
That would really get the point across! :bounce:
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 05:17 PM
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27. AHAHAHA AHAHAHA AHAHAHAHA...
Uhm, yeah, it would get the point across.... :rofl:
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Bobbie Jo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 05:35 PM
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29. Great idea...I'm on it!
K&R :kick:
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leftrightwingnut Donating Member (434 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 05:47 PM
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30. Great idea.
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Cha Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 06:30 PM
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33. Here's some Obama Biden stickers from
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1corona4u Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 06:33 PM
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34. I just used my Enough logo, and printed some out, and put them in my car already
so I will always have them. I think I will just stick then everywhere....in stores....gas stations...eateries...starbucks...public restrooms...;-)
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Cha Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 06:37 PM
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35. Awesome! YOur
ENOUGH!! logo is Priceless!
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TuxedoKat Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Sep-13-08 06:45 PM
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36. Great Idea! I'm going to start doing this too! (nt)
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BklynChick Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Sep-15-08 02:08 PM
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39. I'm in.
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BklynChick Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Sep-15-08 02:08 PM
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40. I'm in.
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MichDem10 Donating Member (644 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Mon Sep-15-08 02:35 PM
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43. Reminds me about a time went out to dinner with my repub brother in-law...
We went to Minnesota for vacation this past summer. Each time we went out to dinner I would tip 20% and each time he would tip 12-15%. I told my wife her brother was a cheap skate - she agrees!
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