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hootinholler

(26,449 posts)
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 10:44 AM Jun 2015

I'm Jonesin here

Sadly I work for a federal contractor which means I can't donate directly to campaigns.

I can however, buy swag from a campaign store because that's not a donation.

So, I did. I hope the profit margin on swag is very high. I can't wait to pass out the t-shirts and bumper stickers I bought.

Why aren't they here yet!

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appalachiablue

(41,132 posts)
1. We're waiting for an order placed May 28 from HQ. I think they were deluged
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 10:57 AM
Jun 2015

when Bernie's announcement came out which shows his popularity. Unlike items from retailers we ordered at the same time, that arrived last week, a campaign has many more matters to focus on I figure. Hang in there and let us know. Yesterday we ordered more- a yard sign and some stickers, can't wait.
(I hope their mark up is high too, so most goes to the campaign effort).

We ordered some small things from democraticstuff.com, and redbubble.com so that's helped.

hootinholler

(26,449 posts)
6. I got a shirt from redbubble
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 11:10 AM
Jun 2015

You can't dry it! What a PITA!

It did have a really cool mini clothespin on one of the tags.

CrispyQ

(36,470 posts)
7. My shirt from redbubble stunk. Literally. It smelled bad.
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 11:17 AM
Jun 2015

I had to wash it before I'd wear it. I did like the little clothespin, though.

appalachiablue

(41,132 posts)
8. I washed & put my Redbubble Bernie 'Hair' T-shirt in the dryer. It's fine.
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 11:22 AM
Jun 2015

Redbubble focuses on design and art which is great; the construction for the shirt & tote I ordered isn't first rate but that's ok. The small black tote has a terrific image of him and 'Bernie 2016' printed in red & blue colors.

Fuddnik

(8,846 posts)
11. I'm still waiting for my order from Bernies store.
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 01:46 PM
Jun 2015

I ordered shirts, bumper stickers. and coffee mugs.

They said there was a 15 day back order on the mugs, so they should be about ready to ship.

appalachiablue

(41,132 posts)
12. Good luck, I bet you'll really enjoy them when they arrive any day now. Can't wait to put
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 01:51 PM
Jun 2015

up the large yard sign we ordered yesterday when it's here. That will get plenty of looks I'm sure.

TBF

(32,062 posts)
2. I've been able to donate
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 10:57 AM
Jun 2015

and also bought the Vermont Teddy Bear in support! My kids love it ...

Next is the campaign store. I'd love a tank top, but t-shirts are good too. I've just learned in another thread that Texas is part of the super Tuesday - 3/1/16. I have work to do.

smokey nj

(43,853 posts)
3. I'm anxious to get my t-shirt and bumper stickers too!
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 10:58 AM
Jun 2015

Every day I check my mailbox like Ralphie looking for his Little Orphan Annie decoder ring.

JeffHead

(1,186 posts)
4. Got mine yesterday.
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 11:04 AM
Jun 2015

It took about 12 to 14 days. Really high quality union made in the USA shirt. Worth the wait.

 

MissDeeds

(7,499 posts)
5. Same here
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 11:07 AM
Jun 2015

I placed my order on June 1 and am still waiting. Every day I check the mailbox and the porches to see if it's here. I can't wait!

bottomofthehill

(8,329 posts)
9. As an employee of a contractor, you should be able to contribute.
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 12:33 PM
Jun 2015

Last edited Sun Jun 14, 2015, 11:11 PM - Edit history (1)

As long as you are using your salary and not a part of the contract fee, you are fine.

merrily

(45,251 posts)
19. The SCOTUS has held that money is speech, so maybe anyone can contribute?
Mon Jun 15, 2015, 05:06 AM
Jun 2015

But, who wants to make "a federal case" out of it?

SoapBox

(18,791 posts)
10. Me too!
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 12:37 PM
Jun 2015

Good to hear that the orders are slow coming...I ordered on May 26.

Another site with tons of stuff...CafePress.com

sabrina 1

(62,325 posts)
16. You can get your dog a t-shirt on Cafe Press, lots of different designs, use him as a billboard for
Mon Jun 15, 2015, 12:20 AM
Jun 2015

Bernie!

However I don't know who is doing this and whether any of the proceeds go to Bernie's campaign. But they are cute:

?color=White&height=460&width=460&qv=90 ?height=225&width=225 ?height=225&width=225

Lots more at this link:

http://www.cafepress.com/+bernie-sanders+pet-apparel

SoapBox

(18,791 posts)
17. Hey Sabrina...
Mon Jun 15, 2015, 12:36 AM
Jun 2015

They have used that dog for years as a T model.

My jaw almost hit the floor the first time I saw him (or her)...it's absolutely identical to our dog! That look (attitude!)...ears...color...a twin!

In the past, I've ordered some various items from CafePress and always got high quality products...had one slight issue with a baseball cap once and it got replaced in a heartbeat!

Money is probably going to the vendor but if people get into a panic or rush, it may be a source for a Bernie shirt.

Garufa

(3 posts)
13. Bernie Swag
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 02:33 PM
Jun 2015

OK this is my 1st post...
Just asking supporters to wake up.
If you want to support Bernie go to the campaign’s official store.
Bernie gets some of the money for his campaign.

If you are supporting Hillary Swap Meets, Street Vendors or Tee Shirt Hawkers are OK.
Some of the money they make will go to her free trade friends.

SoapBox

(18,791 posts)
15. Hey...BTW! welcome!
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 11:04 PM
Jun 2015

I'm waiting for my stuff from the Bernie store...now I wish I had ordered more.

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