• Don’t knock someone over the head and then expect them to want to help you.

• How do they vote on key issues? If you disagree, ask them to explain their votes.
• Whether you agree with them on most things or not, it helps to develop an understanding of and relationship with your legislators

• Read the bill yourself or divide it with like-minded friends and share your findings. Don’t comment on a bill you haven’t read. It can be embarrassing.
• Learn the arguments on both sides.
• Argue with facts.
• Avoid emotional, non-factual arguments.

Keep communications polite, short, and to the point.

• Include request in subject line: “Please vote NO on ….”
• Thank your legislator for serving
• List your reasons for requesting a NO or YES vote
• Close respectfully
• Include contact information
• Never send a form letter or email
• Handwritten letters are well-received when there is time for mailing
• The same principles apply to phone calls and texts

• There are times for full boar activism and times to stand down. Be aware.
• Work with the group for maximum effectiveness.

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