A company that raises money for local GOP candidates to "find the next Ronald Reagan." I politely said I don't give money to groups, only candidates, and the solicitor got extremely rude and talked over me. I told them to take me off their list and never call again.
"A company that helps train local Republican conservatives to run for state and local offices." They pressure you to "donate" $100 first, then when you don't bite, they'll "cut it in half" to $50....they're not affiliated with any aboveboard groups, like the RNC, and your donation is not tax-deductible...hmm!
A company that raises money for local GOP candidates to "find the next Ronald Reagan." I politely said I don't give money to groups, only candidates, and the solicitor got extremely rude and talked over me. I told them to take me off their list and never call again.
Caller ID says "Washington DC". They leave no message.
I call back after hours (using *67 to block my number). I hear the following, "I'm sorry we missed you. We were calling about the upcoming election. Thank you." This does seem to support fundraising in support of politicians. Note the lack of mention of a telemarketing firm name or even which party they represent. Also note the lack of a do-not-call option.
I received a similar call from the nearly identical number 202 774 9508. For that number, others have reported fundraising for both the Republicans and the Democrats. I suppose it is possible that one firm is fundraising for both. I wonder how often they hit the wrong key and my funds go to the wrong party. I wonder how big a cut they take. I wonder what type of database they acquire to determine which party to represent.
It is also quite possible that they are fraudsters who will pocket virtually all of the loot. I strongly recommend going to the candidate's pages or well known and longstanding groups affiliated with the party of your choice if you are so inclined to donate. Do not encourage the telemarketers.