Reply I received from the Twins regarding an email I sent them:
Dear *****,
On behalf of the entire Minnesota Twins organization, thank you for your
email supporting our Armed Forces Appreciation Night and corresponding G.I.
Joe action figure giveaway! We've been overwhelmed with positive notes
about our planned tribute to the real G.I. Joes and G.I. Janes who are
willing to make the ultimate sacrifice to protect and defend this country.
The Twins are proud of the young men and women of the Armed Services and our
giveaway will go ahead as planned. Below is the tribute that appears on the
G.I. Joe package:
"Minnesota Twins Armed Services Appreciation Day - Monday, July 5, 2004
This G.I. Joe action figure is a tribute to the brave men and women serving
the United States in the U.S. Armed Services. Thousands of Minnesotans are
supporting our nation as active or reserve members of the Army, Navy, Air
Force, Marines and National Guard. Many are civilian soldiers with families
and careers who may be deployed on a moment's notice to trouble spots around
the globe. Members of the National Guard are also available, at the
direction of the Governor, to serve Minnesotans during natural disasters and
other emergencies.
The Minnesota Twins salute these courageous men and women, past and present,
who put their lives on the line to defend our country and assist us in times
of need."
Your comments and support are greatly appreciated.
Warm regards,
Patrick Klinger
Vice-President, Marketing
Minnesota Twins
(612) 375-7455
I did as you and wrote them a note of support as well. There was a article somewhere that stated the Twins had about a 125 to 1 spread in support of their giveaway. The dims just don't get it!
Cheers!