[ZOTnot]

I sent a campaign contribution to the President in August, directly to the White House. After about 30 days, it was returned to me with a message that the White House could not accept mail. A well-connected individual shared with me an address in suburban VA which would accept my check directly. I sent another. Today, returning from work, was a letter addressed for me, on the President's letterhead:

Sept 24

Dear Mr. _________

Thank you for your generous gift to the Bush-Cheney '04 effort. It means a lot to Laura and me to have your support as a member of our 2004 reelection team.

.....

Thanks again for your financial support. I am honored to serve as your President.

Sincerely,

George W. Bush (signed)

(What a GIFT to receive a letter such as this the day after the first debate!)

[Brasil]

I even got a lovely thank you note for the birthday card I sent to the President. Today the RNC sent me a beautiful 8x10 of President Bush in a casual blue shirt--guess I need to send another donation.