As the petitioner approaches, use the person in front of you as a blocker and go around both, continuing on your way. This is called The Sidewalk Pick and Roll.
Petitioners are cool. It's part of our democratic process. I consider them not even street harassment lite. I guess if you grew up in the suburbs it might be jarring though.
Personally, I usually take the time to check out which petitions they are collecting signatures for. Sometimes, it's something I actually want to sign, help get on the ballot and vote for.
As noted above, it's part of our democratic process.
lol,last year I was walking past pioneer square and one of the girls collecting for Children International grabbed my shoulder as I walked by. I explained that I am a member (I am) and she hugged me and kissed me on the cheek! Serious. No complaints, she was young and attractive and I am neither,lol but it was an ODD moment. Maybe she was very passionate about the cause? I mean far worse has happened as far as petition collectors
You're welcome.
Just say ass for Christ's sake. Kids shove stuff in butts. Adults ram thing in people's asses. Geez!!!
but NEXT time you petition collecting assholes..
Can someone make a "I already turned you down" black arm band to wear downtown, notifying these vampires that I don't have time?
These are decent people doing a shit job. And I don't believe for one second that one of them physically touched anybody.
Now, if the petition was to THREECALL Amanda, Steve, and Charlie, I *am* in the mood...
As noted above, it's part of our democratic process.