Political Action
Freedom wins when all who can vote do vote.
The letter is the most popular choice of communication with a congressional office. If you decide to write a letter, here is a list of suggestions that will improve the effectiveness of the letter:
To a Senator:
The Honorable (name)
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510
Dear Senator ______:
To a Representative:The Honorable (name)
United States House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
Dear Representative ______:Note: When writing to the Chair of a committee or the Speaker of the House, it is proper to address them as:
Dear Mr. Chairman or Madam Chairwoman:
Dear Mr. Speaker
Your purpose in writing should be stated in the first paragraph of the letter. If your letter pertains to a specific piece of legislation, identify it accordingly (e.g. House bill: H.R. ___, Senate bill S.___).Be courteous, to the point, and include key information, using examples to support your position.
Address only one issue in each letter and, if possible, keep the length to one page.