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Neither of my senators asked for locality information when I call them, my representative asks for zip code.
by kasey_junk 10y ago
Neither of my senators asked for locality information when I call them, my representative asks for zip code.
- dragonwriter 10y agoFor calls (even though this is somewhat dated, because people keep cell phone numbers when they move), Senators (who represent entire states) often just use area code information to determine whether a call is from a constituent, so they don't have to ask anything. At least, that's what a number of things I've heard recently originating from Hill staffers have said; I've worked in a legislative office but not for a US Senator, and quite a while ago.
- exhilaration 10y agoI've always assumed this and don't bother calling my reps with my out of state cell phone. I write (handwrite) a letter instead.
- tptacek 10y agoApparently, the letters are less persuasive. The hierarchy goes: 1. In-person visit with crowd. 2. (Apocryphal) Couriered letter. 3. In-person solo visit. 4. Phone call. 5. Physical letter 6. Fax 7. Nothing else counts