Just as I was walking in the door on Wednesday, the phone was ringing. When I answered, someone in a surly tone asked me a garbled question. “Excuse me?”
The surly question was asked a bit more clearly. “Will you be supporting XXXXXX ( a prominent Democratic candidate for governor of Missouri)? It almost sounded like a threat, so I responded, “What will happen to me if I don’t?”
Growler: “Well, are ya undecided or are ya leanin’ toward the Republicans?” Which, frankly, my dear, is none of your d–n business. Not to be bullied and intimidated into silence by a pollster, I gave her my answer and we ended the call.
Dick told me I should be patient; the pollster had probably been calling all day and was tired. Maybe had a cold. Or missed lunch and needed supper. Yada, Yada.
Then, I had a wonder. Do you suppose this candidate’s support crew has been infiltrated by the Libertarians or the Republicans and is not a believer? Therefore, is growling at people during calls to subtly influence voter feelings? It could have worked if I hadn’t already made up my mind about her candidate.
I am awarding this candidate a GONG for having a tacky, amateur campaign so early in the race. Be careful about recruiting jerks who talk to the public in your name! A second gong goes to the surly caller; your growling was indeed prize worthy.
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