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I wrote a succinct expression of my position and reasons therefore and then faxed it to my Congressmen (both House and Senate). Note that this was not a "form"
by pasbesoin 15y ago
I wrote a succinct expression of my position and reasons therefore and then faxed it to my Congressmen (both House and Senate). Note that this was not a "form" letter but something into which I put some significant thought and effort. I understand that that makes a big difference in the impression that a communication makes with them.
My knowledge may be a bit outdated, but my understanding is that a (cogent) personal letter carries more weight than emails or calls -- not that the latter are without value. And I've used faxing a few times to ensure that such letters reach their destination in a timely manner.
Since my phone landline is acting up at the moment (thanks, AT&T), I availed myself of YC's HelloFax (https://www.hellofax.com/ https://www.hellofax.com/). It was quick and painless and worked flawlessly.
Plus, they have a "free" level that gives you 5 pages for free -- depending on your rhetoric, enough to fax at least one member of Congress. (I signed up for their basic paid level, both out of thanks and because the product proved so easy and useful.)
P.S. HelloFax people, if you read this: While I'm not overly paranoid, I'd prefer to keep my identity separate from this pseudonym, in public communication. Thanks.
Also, it should be apparent that I have no personal nor financial connection with HelloFax. I'm just a (new) happy user.