SHELBURNE, Vt.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--New rule: talk politics. That's according to Vermont Teddy Bear President and Chief Executive, Bill Shouldice. Taking the upcoming election year as an opportunity to promote the importance of voter interest and engagement, Vermont Teddy Bear has launched a new collection of presidential candidate Bears. Bernie Bear, many will remember, made his debut this spring. Joining him now are Trump Bear, Hillary Bear, Jeb Bear and Carson Bear… There's whisperings that Biden Bear is waiting in the wings.
"Voting is a right too often taken for granted," says Shouldice. "Back in 2012, it was estimated that approximately 40% of Americans didn't vote. Forty percent! That's a travesty. Republicans, Democrats, Liberals, Independents; old, young; rich, poor – everyone should be exercising their right. The goal of Vermont Teddy Bear is to encourage greater interest and engagement in the political arena as we gear up for another important election year."
Supporting the launch of Vermont Teddy Bear political Bears is a digital ad campaign designed to be attention-grabbing, amusing and thought provoking. Some encourage people to "PAWs for Politics" and #getoutandvote. Others take a lighter approach, "Pearls vs. Granola… Who has your vote?" And then there's the straightforward: "Hillary vs. Jeb… A Bear of a fight." Additionally, Vermont Teddy Bear is hosting an interactive poll at www.VermontTeddyBear.com/vote where everyone is invited to vote for their favorite Bear.
Like all classically designed handmade Vermont Teddy Bears, the presidential candidate Bears are crafted in Vermont using 100% recycled stuffing and guaranteed for life. It's the iconic touches that make these Bears stand apart. Trump Bear and Bernie Bear, for example, have unruly locks. Hillary Bear has her BlackBEARy. Jeb Bear – a "family" bush. And, Carson wears a suit and scrubs. Complete descriptions and images for each presidential candidate Bear can be found at www.VermontTeddyBear.com/Candidates, where orders can also be placed.
About Vermont Teddy Bear
Vermont Teddy Bear, the largest handcrafter of Teddy Bears in North America, lovingly designs, stuffs and stitches every Bear in Vermont. For a one-of-a-kind gift that's just as unique as the recipient, every Vermont Teddy Bear can be customized to fit a special life event, occasion or holiday. Orders can be placed via phone (1.800.829.BEAR); mail-order catalog and online at www.VermontTeddyBear.com.
