IMHO, permission based email marketing is the way to go. Should prevent you from violating any SPAM laws, and protect you against fines (since they can be quite expensive). If you are going to buy a list, be careful........... and make sure it is very clear to whomever you send to how they can opt out.
If you are looking for more info, just ask.
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