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.
photo credit: Prometheus
I just renewed. Thinking of becoming a life member.
I'm a proud new member #99967402. This contest is a great idea
CRA member 222810 and renewed a few months ago
CRA Member 192462 checking in for the contest; good luck to all!
CRA Member for almost two years now.
I am already a member of Cigar Rights of America
I am already a member of Cigar Rights of America.
Am already a proud member. Thanks Stogie Guys to promoting the cause.
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.
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!!!
I've been a member of CRA (Member # 202137) for almost 3 years.Thanks for the contest!
Keep protecting our right!
I'm a Virginia CRA member!
I'm in. Joining and will fight for our right!
Member for 2 yrs keep up the good work!
Member #99966036, fighting the good fight!
I am a member since 2009 and paid through 2015!
Let's show the support!
proud member of CRA (202449)
Enough is enough
Proud member of CRA (99963463)
keep up the good work guys!
Member #201139 since 9/11/2009.
Yet another new CRA member!
Prod lifetime member #99957222
I just signed up with CRA – Looks like a great organization. Gary
Been a member for over 5 years. Love CRA!!!
I am a C.R.A. member and proud of it. Love the contest,great idea ! member # 99956493
New Member-fight the good fight for FREEDOM!
LIfetime Member #202361
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???
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!!!
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.
CRA Member ID: 99963896
Proud to stand with my brothers and sisters in support of our basic freedoms!!
CRA member and proud of it! Have been for years!
Proud to be a member since 9/09. Vigilence against tyranny.
Proud CRA Ambassador and lifetime member!
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!
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.
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.
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!
Proud member of the CRA. Let us smoke in peace!
Proud member of the CRA
Also a member of CRA.
proud member of the cra from NY
Proud member of CRA. Don't need the government running my life.
Proud member of CRA
keep fighting for us
Proud member of CRA for the past two years.
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
Proud new lifetime member! Keep the FDA out of my humidor!
Just joined CRA minutes ago. Proud to support our right to premium hand made cigars.
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.
P.S. proud card carrying member!