Chris gives us the low down on why these robocalls are going to result in some serious trouble for some "overzealous staffer."

Second, (this is the important part) there are specific identification requirements independent of McCain-Feingold. This is the hook that could be used to pursue the people who hired the telemarketers, and the telemarketers themselves.

(b) All artificial or prerecorded telephone messages shall:
(1) At the beginning of the message, state clearly the identity of the business, individual, or other entity that is responsible for
initiating the call…and
(2) During or after the message, state clearly the telephone number (other than that of the autodialer or prerecorded message player that placed the call) of such business, other entity, or individual. The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges. [...]

I hope they get their asses kicked for this sleazy anti-democratic crap.