Political Parties

[largokid]

We live in the Hillsborough area and this afternoon a person (Don) with Republican Party affiliations rang our doorbell to speak with the registered voters in the house. I am absolutely furious that someone with political affiliations would have the audacity to be going house to house to (I assume) collect votes for the Republican party. I don't care WHAT party is out there they shouldn't be coming to our home! We see enough of the ridiculous political fighting in The Villages in the paper, The Villages.com, etc. so we don't need more politics on my doorstep. My husband told the gentleman he wasn't allowed to "solicit" in The Villages but the guy replied he wasn't soliciting that "it was a political speech". GRRRR -- thankfully I wasn't home! I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!

PS: The Villages Office was particularly unhelpful in providing any method for stopping political peddlers.

[vintageogauge]

Boots on the ground, it's an election year.

[ColdNoMore]

Methinks this thread won't last long. :D

Until then OP...I totally agree with you. :thumbup:

Go stand on the street corner all you want folks...just stay off of my property. :mad:

[Nucky]

I don't think these people would be welcomed at many homes in The Villages. People in our age bracket aren't likely to change their mind about anything especially politics. Imagine what some people must go through just to answer the doorbell or the knock on the door.

I wouldn't knock on anybody's door in Florida for NOTHING! :boom:

[Taltarzac725]

I'd rather talk to a Mormon missionary than some political camp follower.

[dewilson58]

Non-solicitation in TV can not be enforced.



:popcorn:

[billethkid]

We do not engage solicitors at the door and that goes for political promoting.....ESPECIALLY POLITICAL PROMOTING!

[rockandroller]

" I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!"

You won't get flack from me as I am 100% in agreement with ya.

[NotGolfer]

We don't like any type of solicitation (political, religious, business etc) at our house. IF we're interested, we'll find what we support-want or need on our own. Remember back in the day when Fuller Brush, Encyclopedias, vacuum cleaner salesmen (now I'm dating myself) would come door to door. Mostly these happened when I was a little kid and my mom would take me and hide and not answer the door. I'm pretty good with telling anyone "no, thank you!!"

[JoMar]

Anti solicitation is a function of government and there is no ordinance on a County level that prohibits solicitations. If you are part of Fruitland Park or Wildwood you would need to check with their ordinances but doubtful they have any that would prevent it. The Villages doesn't.

[retiredguy123]

The Villages has "no soliciting" signs at some of the entry gates, but it is really not legal to enforce the rule, because most of the roads are owned by the County. If you want to prevent solicitors from ringing your doorbell, the best way is to put a no soliciting sign on your front door.

[Villageswimmer]

Non-solicitation in TV can not be enforced.



:popcorn:

“non-solicitation” in TV is a myth. Call the Sheriff and ask.

[VApeople]

I wouldn't knock on anybody's door in Florida for NOTHING!

That is the wisest comment ever made on this forum!!

[tophcfa]

Non-solicitation in TV can not be enforced.



:popcorn:

Falls in the same category as AIRBNB’s.

[Topspinmo]

Methinks this thread won't last long. :D

Until then OP...I totally agree with you. :thumbup:

Go stand on the street corner all you want folks...just stay off of my property. :mad:


Anybody can come To you’re front door and ring the door bell especially if you have welcome mat! Now if you don’t like what they have to say, you can boot them. But no law against coming to front door to talk to you.

[blueash]

You don't have to like it but the law is very clear on this issue.

Letter: Election canvassing isn’t soliciting; know your rights (https://www.tcpalm.com/story/opinion/readers/2018/11/03/letter-election-canvassing-isnt-soliciting-know-your-rights/1804914002/)

Political canvassing is protected Constitutional speech. Now Get Off My Lawn. /s

[Topspinmo]

We live in the Hillsborough area and this afternoon a person (Don) with Republican Party affiliations rang our doorbell to speak with the registered voters in the house. I am absolutely furious that someone with political affiliations would have the audacity to be going house to house to (I assume) collect votes for the Republican party. I don't care WHAT party is out there they shouldn't be coming to our home! We see enough of the ridiculous political fighting in The Villages in the paper, The Villages.com, etc. so we don't need more politics on my doorstep. My husband told the gentleman he wasn't allowed to "solicit" in The Villages but the guy replied he wasn't soliciting that "it was a political speech". GRRRR -- thankfully I wasn't home! I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!

PS: The Villages Office was particularly unhelpful in providing any method for stopping political peddlers.

Then, don’t answer the doorbell. Daa, not that hard.

[JimJohnson]

$$$

[Annie66]

Boy ….. am I surprised by the higher level of discussion on this thread. I expected it to explode by about the 3rd response. Well done neighbors.

[Marathon Man]

I will add my voice to many of the others. The "rule" about non-soliciting is simply an attempt to reduce it. There is no legal way to enforce it. The streets and sidewalks are public. No one has the right to restrict who knocks on your door, except you.

Once you understand this, you realize that there is no need to get so upset when someone "violates the rule". Just say no and close the door.

[Bridget Staunton]

I would be furious if someone came to my door too, regardless of party

[stadry]

fury over this ? save it for what matters - hardly a blood-pressure event,,, i'd rather think true tv 'adults' don't answer the door OR open it & say 'NO ! ' then go back to whatever they were doing,,, not rant over something so insignificant as being consulted, informed, &/or persuaded on our country's future
could always block up the front door & remove the sidewalk - after all, how often do residents use theirs in their own home ?
a sign at the driveway throat such as ' NO NOTHING ! 'or ' NO VISITORS ' might help,,, then all you have to do is walk down to the street to get ups/fedex/amazon

[diva1]

Not an overreaction. She doesn't like it. Me either. And how do you know, before you answer the door, if it is a solicitation....so the 'don't answer the door' response is frivolous.

[skyking]

Political canvassing has been around forever. Haven't you heard candidates brag about their "ground game "? AOC credits her going door to door for winning her election.

[BlueHeronFan]

I was told when I inquired about door to door certain religions, that they and political door to door has been protected since 2007. Nothing can be done except saying not interested.

[Gigi3000]

Anyone that would be swayed by a door to door solicitor should NOT be voting. Just like that lady on the news who voted for Pete Bettigigi then found out he was gay and wanted to cancel her vote. Really? Seriously? Some people just shouldnt vote.

[Charleston]

"Democracy can be so bothersome," said no communist ever. Engage, vote, get involved and kiss the ground that you are able to participate in a bloodless coup every 4 years!

[Joanne19335]

I love living here, but I hate the politics that exist in The Villages. My golf cart was vandalized last November because I had the “wrong” sticker on my windshield. Someone smeared Gorilla Glue in another name and the windshield had to be replaced. Come on, man!!! No one better come to MY front door.

[graciegirl]

We live in the Hillsborough area and this afternoon a person (Don) with Republican Party affiliations rang our doorbell to speak with the registered voters in the house. I am absolutely furious that someone with political affiliations would have the audacity to be going house to house to (I assume) collect votes for the Republican party. I don't care WHAT party is out there they shouldn't be coming to our home! We see enough of the ridiculous political fighting in The Villages in the paper, The Villages.com, etc. so we don't need more politics on my doorstep. My husband told the gentleman he wasn't allowed to "solicit" in The Villages but the guy replied he wasn't soliciting that "it was a political speech". GRRRR -- thankfully I wasn't home! I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!

PS: The Villages Office was particularly unhelpful in providing any method for stopping political peddlers.

I find your post surprising. I can't imagine why anyone would try to get someone to vote Republican in The Villages. OR to get someone to VOTE in The Villages. We had one of the highest turnouts in the state in our little burg.

We have lived in The Villages for over a dozen years and not one soul has EVER come to talk to us from a political party.

[rustyp]

I find your post surprising. I can't imagine why anyone would try to get someone to vote Republican in The Villages. OR to get someone to VOTE in The Villages. We had one of the highest turnouts in the state in our little burg.

We have lived in The Villages for over a dozen years and not one soul has EVER come to talk to us from a political party.

Hmmm.

I have also lived in TV over a dozen years and had a representative from the Democratic Party ring the doorbell a week ago. Hmmm.

[Fred2016]

Agree with you all the way. The Villages is a hot bed for the republicans so why go door to door. It’s in your face everyday.

[Luvs21putt]

I’m republican and I think that was awful. Will lose more votes than he gains. Super irritating. And, as someone said, it can be hard for some to get up and answer the door. Just STOP

[arbajeda]

How hard is it to just say "No thank you" and close the door? And if the person persists, "I will be as polite as you will permit me. Now please leave." Polite but firm.

[Taltarzac725]

I have only encountered political operators at the Villages' postal centers. And these are usually people talking about someone running in County or Villages' elections. And often it is the person herself or himself.

We have been here almost 15 years.

[dmarti1973]

I totally agree with you. One of the replies says he/she would not solicit anywhere in FL---boom. Depending on the location and who the solicitor was, it could be boom, boom, boom, boom etc.

[Byte1]

I have lived here for seven years and have only had a few instances where someone has knocked on my door or used the bell. It did not bother me that a representative from a local church was inviting me to visit, or a couple of landscapers that were soliciting work. As long as a political representative does not mind my discussion with him/her I do not take offense at the short interruption. I am hardly that busy and my TV has a "pause" button. It would not bother me, EVEN if a Democrat solicited my vote by knocking at my door. There are plenty of other things to worry about or concern myself over, so a minute interruption in my daily activities is not going to ruin my day. AND I have never been rude to someone that knocked on my door. I simply know how to say "NO" when I mean no. On the other hand, I do abhor spam and scam phone calls. But, that is another subject.
A knock at the door is a nothing burger, in my opinion.

[mwpoet]

We live in the Hillsborough area and this afternoon a person (Don) with Republican Party affiliations rang our doorbell to speak with the registered voters in the house. I am absolutely furious that someone with political affiliations would have the audacity to be going house to house to (I assume) collect votes for the Republican party. I don't care WHAT party is out there they shouldn't be coming to our home! We see enough of the ridiculous political fighting in The Villages in the paper, The Villages.com, etc. so we don't need more politics on my doorstep. My husband told the gentleman he wasn't allowed to "solicit" in The Villages but the guy replied he wasn't soliciting that "it was a political speech". GRRRR -- thankfully I wasn't home! I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!

PS: The Villages Office was particularly unhelpful in providing any method for stopping political peddlers.
You are so right. There is a huge Trump flag under an America flag in my neighborhood. No digs, no soliciting.

[mwpoet]

No signs, no hats in meetings should be the rule. No door to door!

[Alana33]

Put a sign on your door:
NO SOLICITING!

[fdpaq0580]

I'd rather talk to a Mormon missionary than some political camp follower.

Not me. With a lot of folks their religion is their politics and their politics is their religion. Narrow view, closed minded, my way or the highway kind of folks.

[PugMom]

Anyone that would be swayed by a door to door solicitor should NOT be voting. Just like that lady on the news who voted for Pete Bettigigi then found out he was gay and wanted to cancel her vote. Really? Seriously? Some people just shouldnt vote.

excellent point!:)

[Taltarzac725]

Not me. With a lot of folks their religion is their politics and their politics is their religion. Narrow view, closed minded, my way or the highway kind of folks.

I have met a few people like that here in the Villages but not that many.

[PugMom]

I have only encountered political operators at the Villages' postal centers. And these are usually people talking about someone running in County or Villages' elections. And often it is the person herself or himself.

We have been here almost 15 years.
YES! or to get us to sign any kind of petition. i like to listen before i tell them to go away, lol.

[DeanFL]

1. Completely agree with OP


2. That said, ready oneself until Nov

3. Props to Posters for not degrading the Thread :BigApplause:

4. option>

[PugMom]

No signs, no hats in meetings should be the rule. No door to door!

OMG, please! those rules sound like ones set by some kind of dictator, & i'm not sure i believe some of these posts. what's going to happen to you when a REAL crisis hits? a loved with with a sudden illness, or natural disaster. i assure you then the flags/hats/signs wont matter. waaaay too much griping going on here for me, see you all tmrw! oxo

[Gmaf6]

We had the same in our area only it was pushing for the Democrats.....we have Ring, so if I don’t recognize you, I don’t answer. It’s that time of year folks.

[Love2Swim]

We live in the Hillsborough area and this afternoon a person (Don) with Republican Party affiliations rang our doorbell to speak with the registered voters in the house. I am absolutely furious that someone with political affiliations would have the audacity to be going house to house to (I assume) collect votes for the Republican party. I don't care WHAT party is out there they shouldn't be coming to our home! We see enough of the ridiculous political fighting in The Villages in the paper, The Villages.com, etc. so we don't need more politics on my doorstep. My husband told the gentleman he wasn't allowed to "solicit" in The Villages but the guy replied he wasn't soliciting that "it was a political speech". GRRRR -- thankfully I wasn't home! I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!


PS: The Villages Office was particularly unhelpful in providing any method for stopping political peddlers.

I agree. We were sitting at one of the restaurants on the Square and were approached by political operatives handing out their "stuff". It ruined my meal, frankly.

[Matthew Wag]

I agree, while I am a strong Conservative, I still don't want any solicitation at my door! You will be met with a very angry Veteran and could be dangerous to your ability to walk again. Plain and Simple do not solicit in TV should be upheld!!

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

I don't mind religious folks and politicians at my door. As long as they don't mind me telling them why they should convert and become Pastafarians of Anarchy.

ALL HAIL HIS NOODLY APPENDAGE (unless you don't want to).

[Byte1]

Many on here make a good case for legalizing grass in the Villages. Way too many angry folks here.

[Kathe]

I agree 100%. I would have been more than annoyed!

[Topspinmo]

I agree, while I am a strong Conservative, I still don't want any solicitation at my door! You will be met with a very angry Veteran and could be dangerous to your ability to walk again. Plain and Simple do not solicit in TV should be upheld!!

Then you will go to jail if you attack somebody for simply ringing you’re door bell and wanting to talk to you.

[Topspinmo]

I agree. We were sitting at one of the restaurants on the Square and were approached by political operatives handing out their "stuff". It ruined my meal, frankly.

Really :pray:

[justjim]

We live in the Hillsborough area and this afternoon a person (Don) with Republican Party affiliations rang our doorbell to speak with the registered voters in the house. I am absolutely furious that someone with political affiliations would have the audacity to be going house to house to (I assume) collect votes for the Republican party. I don't care WHAT party is out there they shouldn't be coming to our home! We see enough of the ridiculous political fighting in The Villages in the paper, The Villages.com, etc. so we don't need more politics on my doorstep. My husband told the gentleman he wasn't allowed to "solicit" in The Villages but the guy replied he wasn't soliciting that "it was a political speech". GRRRR -- thankfully I wasn't home! I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!

PS: The Villages Office was particularly unhelpful in providing any method for stopping political peddlers.

It’s a myth the “no solicitation” rules of The Villages. However, in some cases “Florida friendliest Home Town” is also a myth. The Villages has all kinds of friendly people and some not so friendly.

Unfortunately only about 50% of Americans will vote this year. A bit higher in The Villages. It’s shameful IMHO.

[dewilson58]

Plain and Simple do not solicit in TV should be upheld!!


By whom??.................unenforceable.



:ohdear:

[1Neighbor]

What drivel. I didn’t close my mind when I moved to FL. I would like to know who is running for office and what they believe. You certainly cannot depend on the media to provide accurate information. Those who give their time to so inform us are performing a public service that ought to be appreciated. What a tragedy that the only two things worth talking about these days (religion and politics) have been so shunted. HOORAH for free speech when put forth with courtesy and dignity.

[noslices1]

That is the wisest comment ever made on this forum!!
So, the “wisest” comment means you wouldn’t knock on anyone’s door for “nothing”, but would you knock on someone’s door for “SOMETHING”? Original poster was not too “Wise”.

[Pinball wizard]

We had the same in our area only it was pushing for the Democrats.....we have Ring, so if I don’t recognize you, I don’t answer. It’s that time of year folks.
What if it's Publishers Clearing House????

:welcome::welcome:

[Taltarzac725]

What if it's Publishers Clearing House????

:welcome::welcome:

If your are the big winner they would probably send Steve Harvey to tell you that you won. Or someone like him.

[ColdNoMore]

What drivel. I didn’t close my mind when I moved to FL. I would like to know who is running for office and what they believe. You certainly cannot depend on the media to provide accurate information. Those who give their time to so inform us are performing a public service that ought to be appreciated. What a tragedy that the only two things worth talking about these days (religion and politics) have been so shunted. HOORAH for free speech when put forth with courtesy and dignity.

But, you really think that you can depend on someone whose job it is to go door-to-door...preaching/spreading their own bias? :oops:

Really? :ohdear:

I'll just stick with the known & legitimate media sources, who provide actual proof...of what they report.

Regardless of how limiting...facts can be.:ho:

[nevjudbaker]

I agree with you. This could become a security issue as well. Anyone could use that to break into a home. No soliciting means no one comes to your door. They can put their speech on paper & mail it to all residents.

[Norbifier]

Knocking on your door to promote a candidate or political party is not solicitation. You aren't being asked to BUY anything. Read the definition of the word "solicit"

[gail swanson]

I’m sorry small things can upset you so. Life is so short. Let it go.

[blueash]

I agree, while I am a strong Conservative, I still don't want any solicitation at my door! You will be met with a very angry Veteran and could be dangerous to your ability to walk again. Plain and Simple do not solicit in TV should be upheld!!

What is the matter with you? Why are you even suggesting that a "strong Conservative Veteran" would even think that attacking someone for ringing your doorbell is in any way an appropriate response? I doubt the military taught you that ethic. Soldiers in war are held to a higher standard of how they treat the civilian population than that. Now explain to me please what action you feel is appropriate for you to employ on someone who rings your doorbell that will permanently cripple that solicitor. Please tell me that you don't have a gun as you clearly are not in control of your excessive anger and need help.

[EdFNJ]

I agree, while I am a strong Conservative, I still don't want any solicitation at my door! You will be met with a very angry Veteran and could be dangerous to your ability to walk again. Plain and Simple do not solicit in TV should be upheld!! What a horrible comment. The answer is to close the door and not break a knee. There are many Veterans ("strong Conservative" and otherwise) that would not agree with that.

[tsmall22204]

Welcome to the election year.

[billethkid]

Knocking on your door to promote a candidate or political party is not solicitation. You aren't being asked to BUY anything. Read the definition of the word "solicit"

FYI

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[graciegirl]

Sumter County Supervisor of Elections > Home (https://www.sumterelections.org/)

If you want something to be proud of look how many registered voters we have in Sumter County. The population in Sumter County is about 130K.

[eltingg]

Although it may be irritating, I think coming to your door like that is okay. If you have questions about a candidate or their candidate you have the person to answer those questions directly rather than listening to political pundits on TV.

[Pinball wizard]

If your are the big winner they would probably send Steve Harvey to tell you that you won. Or someone like him.

With my luck it would be Ed McMahon!!!

[jebartle]

:coolsmiley::bigbow:But, you really think that you can depend on someone whose job it is to go door-to-door...preaching/spreading their own bias? :oops:

Really? :ohdear:

I'll just stick with the known & legitimate media sources, who provide actual proof...of what they report.

Regardless of how limiting...facts can be.:ho:

[jebartle]

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The key quote is "anything of value"......,hmmmmmm!

[Rango]

If you don’t recognize the person, don’t answer the door!

[Mumbles]

In a humble but strong opinion... since there is NO law, rule, or practice in The Villages to stop solicitation, it is dishonest to put up any sign that states "No solicitation"... if the reason for putting up such a sign is to make the person feel you are backed by municipal or state law when you absolutely know you are not.

As for "fury", why give in to such a horrible emotion when it can really explode your blood pressure? Don't you like yourself and wish to live a healthful life? If the solicitation didn't stop over time, what would your next step be: murder? Life, I believe, is too precious to play silly games with such things. Peace out.

[fishon]

Political solicitor, door to door salesman or Jehovah's Witness, bid them good day and shut the door.
What's the big deal?

[EdS]

I understand that there is a Florida State Statue "Title XXXIII" that states a permit is required from the state to solicit.

[Bucco]

Sumter County Supervisor of Elections > Home (https://www.sumterelections.org/)

If you want something to be proud of look how many registered voters we have in Sumter County. The population in Sumter County is about 130K.

I would much prefer the opportunity to be proud of who those voters chose.

[Villageswimmer]

I find your post surprising. I can't imagine why anyone would try to get someone to vote Republican in The Villages. OR to get someone to VOTE in The Villages. We had one of the highest turnouts in the state in our little burg.

We have lived in The Villages for over a dozen years and not one soul has EVER come to talk to us from a political party.


I think if you are registered D or R, they leave you alone. If you’re a no party identified (I forget exact terminology), they come to convince you to come around to their way of thinking. I know this from experience.

[AlFricchione]

We live in the Hillsborough area and this afternoon a person (Don) with Republican Party affiliations rang our doorbell to speak with the registered voters in the house. I am absolutely furious that someone with political affiliations would have the audacity to be going house to house to (I assume) collect votes for the Republican party. I don't care WHAT party is out there they shouldn't be coming to our home! We see enough of the ridiculous political fighting in The Villages in the paper, The Villages.com, etc. so we don't need more politics on my doorstep. My husband told the gentleman he wasn't allowed to "solicit" in The Villages but the guy replied he wasn't soliciting that "it was a political speech". GRRRR -- thankfully I wasn't home! I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!

PS: The Villages Office was particularly unhelpful in providing any method for stopping political peddlers.
That is just the way politics works. You better pack your bags and go fight in Congress-not that they would listen- your point is moot! Sorry!

[stadry]

Love2Swim, what restaurant was that ? which square ? all january, we didn't find any food/restaurants that great to be ruined by an approaching interloper

[mrf6969]

Free Speech that is why

[wmcgowan]

We live in the Hillsborough area and this afternoon a person (Don) with Republican Party affiliations rang our doorbell to speak with the registered voters in the house. I am absolutely furious that someone with political affiliations would have the audacity to be going house to house to (I assume) collect votes for the Republican party. I don't care WHAT party is out there they shouldn't be coming to our home! We see enough of the ridiculous political fighting in The Villages in the paper, The Villages.com, etc. so we don't need more politics on my doorstep. My husband told the gentleman he wasn't allowed to "solicit" in The Villages but the guy replied he wasn't soliciting that "it was a political speech". GRRRR -- thankfully I wasn't home! I will get lots of flack about this posting but if it keeps the political party solicitors off my doorstep I'm happy!

Join them - get out of the house and volunteer. Canvasser have been going from house to house for years and years. It's the American way. Get out and vote as well. If living in a hut with a mud floor and an AK-47 on your hip is more your style - best of luck in the third world country of your choice.


PS: The Villages Office was particularly unhelpful in providing any method for stopping political peddlers.

Join them - get out of the house and volunteer. Canvasser have been going from house to house for years and years. It's the American way. Get out and vote as well. Thank you , but no thank you always works for me. If living in a hut with a mud floor and an AK-47 on your hip is more your style - best of luck in the third world country of your choice.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

I think if you are registered D or R, they leave you alone. If you’re a no party identified (I forget exact terminology), they come to convince you to come around to their way of thinking. I know this from experience.

I was unaffiliated until last month. No one ever bothered me or sent me mail or knocked at my door.

So far, no one's sent me any mail even now that I'm declared. I just wanted to vote in the Democratic primary this time around, it's the only reason I declared at all. I'll go back to being unaffiliated once all this is over.

Political parties are horrible. All of them (since some people are under the false impression that there are only two).

[clwahlstrom]

OMG... calm down. Good grief😩

[Byte1]

If your are the big winner they would probably send Steve Harvey to tell you that you won. Or someone like him.

You probably don't want Steve Harvey knocking at your door. He would likely have gotten the address or your name wrong.:1rotfl:

[retiredguy123]

I always laugh when I hear a politician say that they can "bring the Country together". I just don't think that will happen anytime soon.

[dwhite5773]

Wow! What about the poor guy or gal running to be your CDD representative? This is the person representing YOUR Amenities, utilities and more! I’m planning on running for one of the 3 District 12 representatives that will be elected in 2022 and I PLAN to go door to door so residents can meet me and correspond. Talk to you soon. Thanks!

[DanishAndScottish]

Does the OP understand the legal difference between solicitation versus political speech...I think that's what they meant to say, not, "... make a political speech. ... ."

Hopefully you're now educated on this topic and you have more pleasant encounters as im sure you'll get more phone calls and visits until August or even November.

If you don't want anyone knocking on your door or ringing your doorbell other than for offical business, then put a sign up at your door.... Otherwise, if you do answer the door, be a respectful person and politely refuse. Finally, another solution is don't answer the door and they'll most likely move on to the next house in under 20 second.

[Fredster]

Join them - get out of the house and volunteer. Canvasser have been going from house to house for years and years. It's the American way. Get out and vote as well. Thank you , but no thank you always works for me. If living in a hut with a mud floor and an AK-47 on your hip is more your style - best of luck in the third world country of your choice.

:bigbow:

[Kathleen Sheaffer]

Good for you.

[Kathleen Sheaffer]

You are so correct.

[Buffalo Jim]

The same story was posted on " Next Door " word for word . Apparently the person who was knocking on doors was from the wrong political organization ! I find it amazing that someone who was not even home became so " outraged " over a small issue . Can't help but get the sense that if it was a different Party there would have been no posting by the OP . Cheers everyone !! Now fire away !!

[l2ridehd]

It has been found several times recently that an obnoxious person who is really from party A, will knock on your doing claiming to be from party B, and ask survey questions, candidate questions, stupid questions, all in an attempt to upset you about their opposite political party hoping to drive you to their party candidate.

It is a very organized effort and done all over the country. Driving the wedge between our political parties even deeper. And you can verify this factoid any place you want because it is very well documented that it does happen.