tSG
Posted on 12/21/2004 8:23:38 AM PST by Sub-Driver
Democrats dreaming of a `buy blue' Christmas
BY COLLEEN MCCAIN NELSON
The Dallas Morning News
DALLAS - (KRT) - Some Democrats are hoping to have a blue, blue, blue Christmas this year.
Two left-leaning Web sites are urging like-minded consumers to "buy blue" and support companies that contributed to Democratic candidates this year.
It's another example of the hard feelings that remain after a bare-knuckle presidential campaign. Some still suffering from the post-election blues are hoping to parlay partisan frustration into support for pro-Democrat corporations.
"We want to use (John) Kerry supporters' feelings and emotions about the election and spur them to action," said Raven Brooks, who helped launch BuyBlue.org.
The founders of BuyBlue.org and ChoosetheBlue.com said they are simply suggesting that consumers consider where they spend their money. The sites categorize companies as red (Republican) or blue (Democratic) based on political contributions made by their executives, employees and political action committees.
According to their calculations, Costco's OK. But Wal-Mart and Target are too red for their tastes.
Bed Bath & Beyond is a good bet for Democrats, but Home Depot doesn't make the cut.
(Excerpt) Read more at twincities.com ...
This use to be funny, but now it is down right sad.
Sad nothing, they just gave me a list of companies that I don't weant to do business with. All the blue lovers.
This is the most stupid, asinine idea yet from the party of tolerance and inclusiveness.
Wal-Mart red - I don't think so!
This red / blue color bs is very ironic since "red" traditionally meant communist.
Red USED to be used to indicate the CHALLENGER from the incumbant. Thus Bush should have been BLUE.
HOWEVER i suspect the media saw republicans as the challengers to their status.
Sell Red.
No really, what are they going to buy? Audubon Society memberships? Hillary bobblehead dolls?
This is a joke.
Can you post the link for the list, please?....:)
A donation has been made in your name to the "Mary a tree society" ...
(/s)
Who's been naughty...
2004 Democratic Political Contributions
Price Club/Costco $208K 98% to Democrats
Barnes & Noble $103K 98% to Democrats
Bed Bath & Beyond $82.5K 93% to Democrats
Sharper Image $26,500 92.4% to Democrats
Calvin Klein $78K 100% to Democrats
J Crew $70,500 100% to Democrats
Anne Klein Inc. $66K 100% to Democrats
Skechers $8,000 100% to Democrats
E&J Gallo Winery $225K 90% to Democrats
Southern Wine & Spirits $242K 54% to Democrats
Astrale E Terra Winery $53K 100% to Democrats
Diageo (Tanqueray, Bailey's, Captain Morgan, Cuervo, Guinness, J&B, Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff) $53K 62% to Democrats
Hardrock Café Intn'l $64K 100% to Democrats
Triarc Companies (Arby's, TJ Cinnamons) $45K 100% to Democrats
Sonic Corp. $45K 100% to Democrats
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts $138,500 97.8% to Democrats
Loews Hotels $120,000 90.8% to Democrats
Diamond Resorts International $76,166 92% to Democrats
Phoenix Oil & Gas $185K 100% to Democrats
Shell Oil $212K 56% to Democrats
Price Club/Costco $208K 98% to Democrats
Starbucks 100% to Democrats
Brown & Cole (Washington State local chain) $32K 87% to Democrats
Estee Lauder Companies (Fragrance & cosmetic lines for the following: Aramis, MAC, American Beauty, Aveda, Bobbi Brown, Bumble and Bumble, Clinique, Darphin, Donna Karan, Estee Lauder Makeup and Skin Care, Flirt!, Good Skin, Jo Malone, Kate Spade, La Mer, Michael Kors, Origins, Rodan + Fields, Stila, Tommy Hilfiger) $123K 91% to Democrats
Jet Blue Airlines $17,250 74% to Democrats
Aloha Airlines $4,000 100% to Democrats
$1,000 100% to Democrats
Netflix $17,700 (as reported by FEC.gov) 69% to Democrats
Was HP mentioned in this article?
how about fox news?
2004 Republican Political Contributions
Who's been nice...
Walmart $2Mil+ 80% to Republicans
K-Mart $524K 86% to Republicans
Circuit City $117K 96% to Republicans
JC Penney $105K 81% to Republicans
Sears $268K 76% to Republicans
May Department Stores (Famous Barr, Filene's, Hecht's, Strawbridges, Lord & Taylor, Foley's, Kaufman's, L.S. Ayres, Marshall Field's, Meier & Frank, Robinsons-May, The Jones Store, Priscilla of Boston) $103k 90% to Republicans
The Limited Brand (Express, The Limited, Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works, White Barn Candle Company) $263K 73% to Republicans
Saks $115K 95% to Republicans Home Depot $677K 94% to Republicans (as reported by choosetheblue.com)
Target $289K 72% to Republicans
Amazon.com $100K 61% to Republicans (PAC Details)
Electronics Boutique $31,263 (based on executive contributions) 99% to Republicans
Dollar General $54K 100% to Republicans Guess Inc. $63K 83% to Republicans
Fruit of the Loom $19K 100% to Republicans
Cintas (sportwear with logos ie Nike, Nascar, uniforms, college/university logo gear, etc.) $340K 100% to Republicans
Coors $174K 92% to Republicans Anheuser Busch $872,716 56% to Republicans
Brown Forman Corp. (Southern Comfort, Jack Daniels, Bushmills, Korbelwines) $393K 64% to Republicans
Outback Steakhouse $641K 95% to Republicans
Darden Restaurants (Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Smokey Bones, Bahama Breeze) $121K 89% to Republicans
Tricon Global Restaurants (KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell), $133K 87% to Republicans
Brinker International (Maggiano's, Brinker Cafe, Chili's, On the Border, Macaroni Grill, Cozymel's, Corner Bakery, EatZis) $242K 83% to Republicans
Cracker Barrel Restaurants $84K 98% to Republicans (as reported by choosetheblue.com)
Holiday Inn $24K 73% to Republicans Note: These numbers are from the Holiday Inn PAC - source
Hilton $113K 61% to Republicans
Marriott $188K 76% to Republicans
BP $188k 65% to Republicans
American Gas $179K 63% to Republicans
Exxon/Mobil $560K 88% to Republicans
Chevron/Texaco $391K 83% to Republicans
Most major chains are heavy Republican donors.
Russell Stovers Chocolates $96,800 100% to Republicans
Safeway $146K 84% to Republicans
Publix $129K 97% to Republicans
Hallmark Cards $319K 92% to Republicans
As you can see, most major air carriers contribute to Republicans.
Continental $230K 74% to Republicans
Delta $260K 64% to Republicans
Southwest $200K 73% to Republicans
United $215K 61% to Republicans
American $495K 64% to Republicans
Alaska Airlines $10,446 56% to Republicans
Check out posts 13 & 16.
What a bunch of bicky babies these dimwits are sheeeesh. Ive heard all I care to from them.no more its time to ignore!
Personally, I'm gratified to see that my money has been going to the "right" companies: Coors & Jack Daniels. And Mrs. 502inf has been helping out with Victoria's Secret as well.
Hp is listed as "Blue" at www.choosetheblue.com. Dell is listed as an overwhelming "Red".
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.