Unfiltered Story #28271

My dad has the same name as the son of a political candidate. One night, my mom takes this call.

Caller: Hello, my name (Name), and I am trying to get in touch with (Candidate) because (reason).

Mom: I’m sorry, I think you have the wrong number.

Caller: Could you please just have (Dad) tell (Candidate) my message?

Mom: No, I’m sorry, but I think you have the wrong number.

Caller: This isn’t (Dad’s Name)?

Mom: He is (Dad’s Name), but he’s not THAT (Dad’s Name). We are not related to (Candidate).

Caller, sounding disappointed: Are you sure?

Mom: Yes, I’m sorry I couldn’t help you.