Did you know it often takes six to ten constituent
letters to convince a legislator to change his or her vote? In other words, you can make a difference! But don't forget, there's a right way and a
wrong way to get your point across. Here are a few tips:
Maintain a polite and positive tone in your correspondence.
Never vilify a legislator or his or her policy.
Check letters and e-mails for proper grammar and spelling.
Follow up on letters with a brief, polite phone call.
Save your political leanings for the voting booth.
Be proactive! Offer ideas and assistance before your hobby is
threatened.
Why not take a minute to click on one of the links below to send an immediate
correspondence to your state and local officials?
