Second, writing a letter to the district office (state) is better than sending an email or writing a letter to DC.
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Also, recognize that your letters and your emails get seen by staffers, just like your phone calls get answered. That's the way of it.
If you want to talk to your rep, show up at town hall meetings. Get a huge group that they can't ignore. Pack that place and ask questions.
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We held town halls consistently that fewer than 50 people showed up for. And it was always the same people. So, shake it up.
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As always, please be kind but firm with those staffers. They will listen and talk to you. I always, always did.
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If you run an advocacy group, invite local staffers to show up to your events. Let them talk to people you work with and set up meetings.
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I loved getting out of my office and meeting with advocates in immigration, healthcare, education, science, and every type of work.
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Invite staffers on "field trips" and show them what it's like in your communities. Show them the work you are doing. It works.
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Are you noticing a pattern here? The staff are the ones who run the ground game for Congress. Work on helping them understand and learn.
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Because, if the staff knows you, when they have a question about a piece of legislation or amendment, they will be the one you call.
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And, that's the best I've got for you now. I hope it helps. Use your resources the best way you can and get their attention.
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Here's a Storify of my thread if you'd like to share:https://storify.com/editoremilye/i-worked-for-congress-for-six-years …
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I've been called out a few times for my suggestions being ableist, and I'm listening to that feedback, but I have suggestions.
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Sending a personal letter to your congressman's state office is absolutely effective. If you can't call on the phone, try to do that.
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Also, if you can get involved in local advocacy groups that have people who can do the in-person meetings or phone calls, that's good too.
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But, ultimately, no matter what you do, if you communicate with your member of congress at all, you are ahead of most people.
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Another FAQ: how do I know if my representative is having a town hall meeting? Sign up for their email list and you'll get notifications.
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Bob Corker only meets with small groups. It's only publicized after he leaves town.
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Some reps don't do any public meetings. It's better to get to know staff and work with those small groups.
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I'm sorry, he was elected to serve all, not just the rich he constantly rubs shoulders with.
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Yep, I don't agree with reps that don't do public meetings, but that's how some of them work.
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HE DOES PUBLIC MEETINGS, but only with the rich. Check into cash Allan Jones robbing the poor, has 24/7 access to Corker
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can't find townhall meeting schedule for California senators? where do you find these events?
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Sign up for their email lists on their website. They send out event notifications through those.
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