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Just found a way to easily get through to the ITF people. Stay on the line for 3-5 minutes. DON'T argue with the first person who picks up the phone - SHE'S JUST THE OPERATOR. When she asks, "How can I direct your call?", say this:
"I heard that your organization is putting on an event on June 30th, and I was wondering how I could attend."
She'll forward you directly in!!!
Then, when the next person picks up, start cordially asking about the event, saying you want to go. She'll tell you it's by invitation only. Once that's done, then lead in with which candidates are invited. She'll say only some of them, and then you need to ask about Ron. When she says "No, he is not invited," go on about Ron's record in a positive way!! All she can do is listen at that point. Then URGE, URGE, URGE her to have her leaders invite him!!
CALL, CALL, CALL!!!