In a message dated 98-07-21 01:25:37 EDT, you write: >So, I guess, politeness but firmness -- or the Radio >Shack gadget -- are the best solutions. My state (Mass.) forbids telemarketing calls from outside the state, which has been a big help. We still get a few -- often from newspapers wanting us to subscribe -- but only about 1 or 2 a month. When these folks call, they say "How are you?" and I say "Not interested" and hang up. I do recommend pressuring your state legislatures to forbid calls as Mass. does. Delda White