I just received this email from the DNC. My initial reaction is in the title of this story.
Fly for free to meet Barack Obama
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Because you're a key Democratic supporter, I wanted to let you in on something big:
President Obama is joining us for a huge event in San Francisco -- and you and a friend have a chance to attend.
Our team will cover your travel and hotel -- so, Gary, what do you say? Will you donate $3 to be automatically entered for your chance to meet President Obama in San Francisco?
Enter to Win [link removed]
I have to be honest: There are few people who get me fired up and ready to go like Barack Obama. With 2020 on the horizon, I could not think of a better time to hear directly from him about why the work we are doing is so important.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet President Obama in San Francisco: Chip in $3today and you'll be automatically entered for a chance to win. [link removed]
Hope to see you there!
Tom
Tom Perez
Chair
Democratic National Committee
P.S. If you win and get the chance to meet President Obama, our team will cover your flight and hotel. [link removed]
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No, Tom, I do not want to further contribute to greenhouse gas emissions by making a frivolous trip across the country to see President Obama in San Fransisco. Further, I do not see how my meeting him will advance any of the issues I care about, given that he is no longer holding public office.
Just don’t do this!