The Gramm campaign woes continue, with one of those direct-mail screw- ups that have political professionals in stitches, give Jay Leno and David Letterman material for days, and generally leave the impression that all is not well. A letter signed by Gramm supporter Sandra Mortham to 3,400 delegates attending Florida’s Presidency III straw poll reads, in part: “Many people have been in touch with us and are strongly encouraging our campaign efforts. But, Mr. Samplename, we need your help. . . .”
Mr. Samplename! The gleeful Lamar Alexander campaign sent out an open letter from its Florida state director, Tre Evers, suggesting Gramm has a secret list of delegates his campaign should provide to everyone, “including, but not limited to, the following names about which it is rumored that you alone have detailed information: Mr. Careless Mailvendor, Mr. Yourjust A. Nameonalisttome, Mr. & Mrs. Insinceremail, Mr. Machinewritten, Dr. Robotletter. . . .” Touche.
