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The garage sale is a tried and true method of raising some quick cash while clearing out the clutter that accumulates over the years. Both birds are the targets of the latest stone being thrown by the Golden State as it combats budgetary woes: The first ever "Great California Garage Sale" will be held Friday and Saturday in Sacramento.
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger announced the event, and has advertised some of its offerings, on eBay and Craigslist:
If your Internet connection is down, or you happen to be near 1700 National Drive in Sacramento, the hours for the sale are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, and 7 a.m. to noon on Saturday, with a car preview on Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
One of the vehicles being offered is an '02 Ford Crown Victoria whose visor is signed by Schwarzenegger himself. The current eBay bid is just $3,051.01, so act now -- California is counting on you.
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Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger announced the event, and has advertised some of its offerings, on eBay and Craigslist:
"By posting items online, Californians and people from other states and around the world can participate in the Great California Garage Sale. This is a win-win for the state and for shoppers. Together we are eliminating waste and providing great deals in this tough economy. I encourage everyone to log on or attend this great event."So, what do you need? Cars, laptops, phones, pianos, jewelry, surfboards? If the California Highway Patrol seized something in an arrest over the past few years, it could be for sale now. But buyers beware: As with most garage sales, there are no returns, no exchanges, and no guarantees for the merchandise.
If your Internet connection is down, or you happen to be near 1700 National Drive in Sacramento, the hours for the sale are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, and 7 a.m. to noon on Saturday, with a car preview on Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
One of the vehicles being offered is an '02 Ford Crown Victoria whose visor is signed by Schwarzenegger himself. The current eBay bid is just $3,051.01, so act now -- California is counting on you.
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park457799
9:50AM Aug 26th 2009
Hey, if the Hollywood so-called stars are democratic liberals, why don't they share their wealth and bailout California?
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Angela
10:10AM Aug 26th 2009
The U.S. Constitution clearly protects the rights of ALL private property owners, even drug dealers. Amendment 5 - Trial and Punishment, Compensation for Takings. Ratified 12/15/1791. "... Nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation." But what the hell. What I wouldn't give to have some money right about now! You know, those drug dealers like to get themselves the BEST of everything! Story of my life. Opportunity knocks, and I can't get the damn door open. I don't even have a window it could climb in through. Sigh.
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(0) Master Shake
10:51AM Aug 26th 2009
BOYCOTT THIS SALE! Teach them that stealing private property doesn't pay.
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(1) Fred The Man!
11:20AM Aug 26th 2009
What happened to furlough Fridays and weekend overtime for state employees? This Austrian Oaf has been the worse thing to happen to California since the Rose Bird led State Supreme Court. The state is is financial turmoil which, ironically, was the reason for the Grey Davis recall that landed Arnie in the Governor's mansion.
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(-1) Dawn Leigh
11:20AM Aug 26th 2009
I am confused. What was stolen? Police seziures happen reguarly in every state. I know that cars are autioned off. So why is this a problem?
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(-1) The Debt Gazette
12:32PM Sep 1st 2009
I applaud Governor Schwarzenegger for this idea. I think more of our governments should be thinking outside of the box like this instead of just going the easy route of raising taxes. Here in my home state of Florida I know they just recently raised the tax on cigarettes in hopes of raising some extra money, as a smoker I can assure you that I would’ve been much happier if they had just decided to sell some of the extra stuff lying around instead.
Big up to Governor Schwarzenegger!
Check out my blog on The Great California Garage Sale at.... http://www.thedebtgazette.com/2009/09/great-california-garage-sale/
Big up to Governor Schwarzenegger!
Check out my blog on The Great California Garage Sale at.... http://www.thedebtgazette.com/2009/09/great-california-garage-sale/
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