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Title: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: mystery-ak on August 23, 2014, 12:45:28 pm: http://www.newsmax.com/Newsfront/perry-lehmberg-mug-shot-t-shirt/2014/08/23/id/590451/ (http://www.newsmax.com/Newsfront/perry-lehmberg-mug-shot-t-shirt/2014/08/23/id/590451/)

Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash

Saturday, 23 Aug 2014 07:24 AM

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Texas Gov. Rick Perry, facing abuse-of-power charges, started selling T-shirts featuring his mug shot to raise money for his political committee.

RickPAC_Donate_Wanted-Tshirt_400x400_v1-1.jpgThe shirts, which went on sale yesterday, show the Texas Republican's picture with "WANTED" stamped above it and "FOR SECURING THE BORDER AND DEFEATING DEMOCRATS" underneath.

On the back, there’s a picture of Travis County, Texas, District Attorney Rosemary Lehmberg's mug shot, with the word "GUILTY" stamped above it.

Perry, 64, is accused of overstepping his gubernatorial authority by threatening to veto the budget for a public- corruption office unless Lehmberg, a Democrat who led the unit, quit. She had been convicted of drunken driving. When she refused to resign, Perry cut the funding.

The mug shot was taken Aug. 19 when Perry was booked on the charges after a grand jury indicted him.

The T-shirt is selling for $25 and proceeds would go to RickPAC, a political action committee formed by the governor. Perry plans to use the committee to donate money to Republican congressional candidates. Those checks will also help Perry build support within the party that could boost a 2016 presidential campaign, which he is considering.
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: massadvj on August 23, 2014, 01:12:13 pm: I just bought me one. Here's the link to get your Rick Perry Tee:

https://www.rickpac.org/donations/limited-edition-mugshot-shirt/ (https://www.rickpac.org/donations/limited-edition-mugshot-shirt/)
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: evadR on August 23, 2014, 01:48:59 pm: hmmm...is this really a good idea??
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: alicewonders on August 23, 2014, 02:16:26 pm: I do love Perry's wicked sense of humor. 000hehehehe
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: massadvj on August 23, 2014, 02:25:24 pm: Quote from: evadR² on August 23, 2014, 01:48:59 pm
hmmm...is this really a good idea??

I think so. I believe this ridiculous indictment improves Perry's prospects for 2016.
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: alicewonders on August 23, 2014, 02:38:37 pm: Quote from: massadvj on August 23, 2014, 02:25:24 pm
I think so. I believe this ridiculous indictment improves Perry's prospects for 2016.

I've always liked Rick Perry and right now, he's probably my #1 candidate for 2016. He is head and shoulders more qualified than any other potential candidate that hasn't been a Governor. Scott Walker falls in that category too. They both have an outstanding record of achievement to run on. Perry has the most experience - I'm just hoping he doesn't stick his cowboy boot in his mouth again.

:xedfingers:
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: evadR on August 23, 2014, 04:09:38 pm: "I'm just hoping he doesn't stick his cowboy boot in his mouth again."

DITTO!!
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: Oceander on August 23, 2014, 05:27:36 pm: I might buy one just for laughs!
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: musiclady on August 23, 2014, 06:29:18 pm: Somebody noted that in Rosemary Lehmberg's mug shot, she looks like John Belushi. :smokin:

btw, the T shirt is a great idea!
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: Right_in_Virginia on August 24, 2014, 04:53:28 pm: Quote from: evadR² on August 23, 2014, 01:48:59 pm
hmmm...is this really a good idea??

Sure. He beat the libs to the punch.

I love it!!
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: PzLdr on August 24, 2014, 08:53:38 pm: Bought two. For me and a buddy.
Title: Re: Perry Selling T-Shirts With His Mug Shot to Raise Political Cash
Post by: evadR on August 25, 2014, 04:25:35 am: She's "one ugly mudda f****r"