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Contest: Yet Another Reason to Join Cigar Rights of America

4 Oct 2012

We’ve praised the efforts of Cigar Rights of America many times. The organization does tireless work defending the rights of cigar smokers against harmful government-imposed regulations, taxes, and smoking bans.

That alone should be reason enough for cigar smokers to pay the modest sum of $35 to formally join and support this important endeavor. But with the assistance of Prometheus, a purveyor of fine cigars and accessories that has supported CRA since its founding, we thought we’d give you yet another reason to join Cigar Rights of America.

Prize: Prometheus, which is run by Keith Park, who was instrumental in founding CRA, has graciously donated a fantastic prize consisting of a Prometheus 20th Anniversary Edition God of Fire Serie B 5-Cigar Assortment Box and a Prometheus Retro 20th Anniversary Lighter (combined MSRP $198). Both items will go to one lucky winner.

How to Enter: Entry is simple. If you’re already a dues-paying member of CRA, just leave a comment on this post stating so. If you’re not a member yet, head over to CRA and join (you’ll get two free cigars for joining), then leave a comment saying you’ve just joined to enter. (By entering, you give us permission to verify with CRA that you are a dues-paying member in good standing.) We’ll randomly select a winner (fine print here) in a week.

If you’re on the fence about joining CRA, consider this: Two years ago it seemed a forgone conclusion that by this time the FDA would be regulating cigars, most likely imposing restrictions that would limit new cigars that could be developed, alter traditional packaging, eliminate cigar shop events that include free samples, and outlaw walk-in humidors. Today, in large part because of CRA and its promotion of the Traditional Cigar Manufacturing and Small Business Jobs Preservation Act (which has majority support in the House and significant support in the Senate), those devastating restrictions have not come to fruition. And passing the bill seems a real possibility, something that seemed impossible when the bill was first introduced.

So if you haven’t already joined Cigar Rights of America, do so right away (and be eligible to win this top-notch prize). And if you are currently a member, proudly enter the contest, because you have already taken an important step in the defense of your cigar rights.

Once again, thanks to Prometheus (who also makes Sencillo and Angelenos) for providing this excellent prize in support of a great cause.

The Stogie Guys

photo credit: Prometheus

115 Responses to “Contest: Yet Another Reason to Join Cigar Rights of America”

  1. Tim Hogge Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 7:37 pm #

    I just renewed. Thinking of becoming a life member.

  2. Craig Human Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 7:48 pm #

    I'm a proud new member #99967402. This contest is a great idea

  3. Mark Landers Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 7:57 pm #

    CRA member 222810 and renewed a few months ago

  4. Jeffrey B Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 7:57 pm #

    CRA Member 192462 checking in for the contest; good luck to all!

  5. John Paden Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 8:02 pm #

    CRA Member for almost two years now.

  6. Rick Amado Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 9:00 pm #

    I am already a member of Cigar Rights of America

  7. Rick Amado Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 9:00 pm #

    I am already a member of Cigar Rights of America.

  8. Jim Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 9:04 pm #

    Am already a proud member. Thanks Stogie Guys to promoting the cause.

  9. Derek Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 9:23 pm #

    Been supporting CRA for two years and going into my third. So thankful for what they do for all of us and that we can contribute.

  10. Dave Henrich Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 9:30 pm #

    I'm a CRA member in Ohio and in Florida . I do that to petition representatives in both states. My son is the CRA representative in the greater Cincinnati area. We are fighting the right fight for all the right reasons. Big brother has already gone to far with this tobacco stuff. The taxation is to extreme, and the rest of this goes against all of our rights and freedoms that this country was founded with, have been fought for, upheld, and respected for over two hundred years!!! It's time to fight again!!!

  11. Chris McCann Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 9:54 pm #

    I've been a member of CRA (Member # 202137) for almost 3 years.Thanks for the contest!

  12. Charles Castro Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 10:12 pm #

    Keep protecting our right!

  13. Ben H. Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 11:04 pm #

    I'm a Virginia CRA member!

  14. Howard Darter Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 11:07 pm #

    I'm in. Joining and will fight for our right!

  15. Brad Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 11:18 pm #

    Member for 2 yrs keep up the good work!

  16. Jeremy Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 11:29 pm #

    Member #99966036, fighting the good fight!

  17. doublerobusto Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 11:58 pm #

    I am a member since 2009 and paid through 2015!

  18. J.A.S. Friday, October 5, 2012 at 12:04 am #

    Let's show the support!

    proud member of CRA (202449)

  19. Steve Holmgren Friday, October 5, 2012 at 12:16 am #

    Enough is enough

  20. Brian Ruppert Friday, October 5, 2012 at 12:40 am #

    Proud member of CRA (99963463)

    keep up the good work guys!

  21. @Travis_Lindsay Friday, October 5, 2012 at 1:21 am #

    Member #201139 since 9/11/2009.

  22. Bryan Magers Friday, October 5, 2012 at 6:42 am #

    Yet another new CRA member!

  23. Andy Lancaster Friday, October 5, 2012 at 7:10 am #

    Prod lifetime member #99957222

  24. Gary Schiller Friday, October 5, 2012 at 7:53 am #

    I just signed up with CRA – Looks like a great organization. Gary

  25. John Amann Friday, October 5, 2012 at 7:53 am #

    Been a member for over 5 years. Love CRA!!!

  26. mike parney Friday, October 5, 2012 at 8:39 am #

    I am a C.R.A. member and proud of it. Love the contest,great idea ! member # 99956493

  27. Larry Friday, October 5, 2012 at 9:03 am #

    New Member-fight the good fight for FREEDOM!

  28. @djshalifoe Friday, October 5, 2012 at 10:16 am #

    LIfetime Member #202361

  29. Roger Miller Friday, October 5, 2012 at 10:38 am #

    CRA member #99957473 …..even if I wasn't a smoker …I do not like the goverment involvement in our personel life! Like someone said …..why doesn't the goverment tax Toilet paper???

  30. Michael Friday, October 5, 2012 at 10:38 am #

    Proudly Member #99954663 !

    They do such good and important work for all of us BOTL. Imagine if we all had the oppression of NYC and super high cigar taxes. Thanks, CRA!!!

  31. Matt Friday, October 5, 2012 at 11:21 am #

    CRA member and proud of it. Everyone should be.
    Great idea for the contest. Whoever wins (and I do hope it's me) will get a great prize. Thanks to Prometheus.

  32. Danny Davis Friday, October 5, 2012 at 12:04 pm #

    CRA Member ID: 99963896

    Proud to stand with my brothers and sisters in support of our basic freedoms!!

  33. Ian Kesler Friday, October 5, 2012 at 12:05 pm #

    CRA member and proud of it! Have been for years!

  34. Dekerfman Friday, October 5, 2012 at 12:45 pm #

    Proud to be a member since 9/09. Vigilence against tyranny.

  35. Wade Friday, October 5, 2012 at 2:53 pm #

    Proud CRA Ambassador and lifetime member!

  36. Jeremy H Friday, October 5, 2012 at 3:43 pm #

    I'm a very proud member of CRA! Honored to be part of a group that is fighting not only for cigars but for our freedoms!

  37. tim oren Friday, October 5, 2012 at 4:21 pm #

    Proud to be a member,read an article the other day a women beleives they should raise taxes oncigars and chewing tobacco because they are flavoring them to attract kids.

  38. J. Randal Jordan Friday, October 5, 2012 at 4:26 pm #

    I am already a member of CRA and am very pleased with their efforts to protect our freedom to continue to enjoy a fine premium cigar. They have 100% of my support.

  39. Scott Ross Friday, October 5, 2012 at 6:27 pm #

    I am a proud member of CRA. Please join CRA and help protect the rights of cigar smokers across America. Tell the politicians who want to tax our cigars out of existence to "butt out" … then enjoy a great stogie to celebrate your membership in CRA. We can do this!

  40. Mvilla888 Friday, October 5, 2012 at 7:36 pm #

    Proud member of the CRA. Let us smoke in peace!

  41. Tony Orrino Friday, October 5, 2012 at 8:28 pm #

    Proud member of the CRA

  42. Patrick Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 2:31 am #

    Also a member of CRA.

  43. buddahrock Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 7:04 am #

    proud member of the cra from NY

  44. Larry P Gleason Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 10:18 am #

    Proud member of CRA. Don't need the government running my life.

  45. milkco Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 11:24 am #

    Proud member of CRA

    keep fighting for us

  46. John Girlando Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 12:51 pm #

    Proud member of CRA for the past two years.

  47. Tony Frates Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 3:51 pm #

    Proud Member – They continue to work for our rights! I applaud all of us who stand united against Big Brother. Fight for your Rights!
    Tony

  48. Michael Krogmann Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 4:40 pm #

    Proud new lifetime member! Keep the FDA out of my humidor!

  49. Dave Gingerich Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 5:28 pm #

    Just joined CRA minutes ago. Proud to support our right to premium hand made cigars.

  50. Tundrahi Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 11:20 am #

    Am thankful for the work CRA does on our behalf. In addition to the petitions we sign, the letters we write, and the elected officials we visit, a national advocacy voice is extremely important to ensure our collective voice is heard. Thank you CRA and SG for keeping the torch lit.

    • Tundrahi Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 11:22 am #

      P.S. proud card carrying member!