I came across this wonderfully funny but useful article about "34 ways to flip the script" against telemarketers, and in this case political calls.
Many of us can be polite and civil when it comes to letting telemarketers (commercial and political) "off the hook". This article gives you numerous ways to fight back.
Here are some of my favorite ideas. The writers have found 34 ideas and people who are working to fight the never ending telemarketing industry.
- Anti-Telemarketing Action Kit: This guide from UCAN (Utility Consumers' Action Network) details ideas for keeping telemarketers at bay. You'll learn how to hurt them financially, waste their time and get payback.
- The Script to have at your phone side. 11 Questions to be ready to ask so that you can file a claim against a commercial company at the FTC's website.