I got a phone call the other night. Caller ID said it was: NRA.
OK, I took the call. Lady comes on and starts telling me about how Hillary Clinton is going to run for President. Wasn't I concerned about that? I let her go on for a couple of minutes, until she started her pitch for a renewal of my membership, so that Wayne would have the funds to get the message out...
Me: Hold on a minute Missy!
NRA: Um, yes Mr. Norris?
Me: Are you aware that it is 2 years before the election? And you are already trying to scare me into donating money this soon? Are you aware of who the Republicans may be fielding?
NRA: We don't need to be worried about the Republicans at this point in time...
Me: Excuse me? With Guilliani, Romney and McCain in the forefront, gun grabbers all, you say I need to be more worried about Hillery? How about Obama? He''s as much a threat as Hillery and Guilliani and he's running also!
NRA: Does this mean you're not going to extend your membership?
Me: My membership currently expires in '09, a full year after the elections...
NRA: ...well then, can you at least donate $15 so that Wayne can get his message out?
Me: Miss! If I donate to the NRA, they can't legally use that money for political lobbying. Against our charter and against 903(c)(3) rules, IIRC. You did say you were from the NRA and not the NRA-ILA, correct?
NRA: Yes, I'm calling on behalf of the NRA...
Me: Good. Then when the tree shakes out just who the political candidates are going to be, you can call me back. Good evening. [click]
A couple of minutes of my time. Enjoyed it actually. Poor thing didn't expect to get a knowledgeable member, probably.
Doesn't mean I dislike the NRA. Doesn't mean I won't extend my membership for another five years when it becomes due. I like the 800 lb gorilla. It's the only gorilla around.