2006-09-04 08:21:18 · 22 answers · asked by young108west 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
It does not apply to political or religious organizations.
"Political solicitations are not covered by the TSR at all, since they are not included in its definition of 'telemarketing.' Charities are not covered by the requirements of the national registry. However, if a third-party telemarketer is calling on behalf of a charity, a consumer may ask not to receive any more calls from, or on behalf of, that specific charity. If a third-party telemarketer calls again on behalf of that charity, the telemarketer may be subject to a fine of up to $11,000."
2006-09-04 08:22:23 · answer #1 · answered by Joe D 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Last I knew the "do not call" list covered only solicitation of sales, not votes.
2006-09-04 08:24:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wish there was another do nto call list for people like us that don't like getting any solicitation, but as long as the people calling aren't calling to sell you something, it's deemed OK
2006-09-04 08:23:44 · answer #3 · answered by Dan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because the "do not call" list is only applicable to telemarketers- and by definition a telemarketer is one who sells something over the phone. If it a political phone call asking for your vote they are not technically selling you anything.
2006-09-04 08:24:17 · answer #4 · answered by sondra j 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Political campaigns and organizations are exempt from the federal do not call list. However, you can ask them not to call you again or only call during certain hours (I always make it when I know I won't be home :) ). If they continue to persist, say "Well, I was planning to vote for him/her, but since you've been calling me persistently, I'm voting for his/her opponent. Thanks, bye"
2006-09-04 08:28:10 · answer #5 · answered by Jill&Justin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nor does it apply to "certain" non-profit organizations, like the State Police "Bears for Tots." When a Child is involved in an accident and they give out a free Teddy Bear to calm the child down. : )
2006-09-04 08:24:35 · answer #6 · answered by AdamKadmon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because political non-profit callers are not barred under that statute. Same for people soliciting for state-charities (firefighters funds, etc.)
2006-09-04 08:23:42 · answer #7 · answered by coragryph 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The do not call lists do not cover political calls. Remember, who makes the laws forming "do not call list?' Politicians make them. Why would they shoot themselves in the collective foot by banning calls for their campaigns???
2006-09-04 08:23:28 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The list is for sale
It's always about the money
Go big Red Go
2006-09-04 09:10:45 · answer #9 · answered by 43 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In keeping with status quo, the GOP and DNC have created a law that doesn't apply to them.
2006-09-04 08:24:40 · answer #10 · answered by mymadsky 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋