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lol- tried to write to Sen. Bill Frist- his email was not taking letters No surprise there. He's too busy spending his money to care about his constituents.
"Since October of 2001, the delivery of mail to Senate offices has been disrupted several times – first by letters laced with anthrax, and then a second time by mail contaminated with ricin. Both incidents resulted in suspension of mail deliveries until mail-handling procedures could be reassessed and improved. The individuals responsible for these mailings have not been identified to date.
New security procedures have been implemented to try to safeguard the mail and the health and well being of those who handle it. However, those procedures can delay the delivery of mail to Senate offices from a few days to several weeks. "
Considering the long period of time it takes to send a letter by snail mail with a possible delay of several weeks (), if it gets there at all, I would think that representatives should be required to have some electronic means of communication with constituents. I mean, if they are representing us, shouldn't we be able to voice our concerns? (I know, it's not about that anymore) My senators, luckily, have forms on their pages (McCain and Kyl). I'm guessing the response will be "point taken, but we need to finish what we started, blah blah blah". (as if we can force a totally different culture to adopt the American way quickly). My rep in the house is Jeff Flake and he also has an electronic form. Hopefully, he'll be the one to really listen.
"Since October of 2001, the delivery of mail to Senate offices has been disrupted several times – first by letters laced with anthrax, and then a second time by mail contaminated with ricin.
Considering the long period of time it takes to send a letter by snail mail with a possible delay of several weeks (), if it gets there at all, I would think that representatives should be required to have some electronic means of communication with constituents.
Did anyone ever find out who sent those letters anyway? What became of that investigation?
I do believe that most if not all Representatives and Senators have either a fax number or an email or both. Even in backwater Tennessee I have found sending a fax to my congressman is the best way to get a response because they actually have to lean over and put it in the trash as opposed to just deleting it.
Did anyone ever find out who sent those letters anyway? What became of that investigation?
I do believe that most if not all Representatives and Senators have either a fax number or an email or both. Even in backwater Tennessee I have found sending a fax to my congressman is the best way to get a response because they actually have to lean over and put it in the trash as opposed to just deleting it.
Lol. You mean, one of their aides has to lean over and throw it in the trash I doubt the actual congressperson ever sees it.
That quote I posted just says that the individuals were never identified. I don't know if anyone's still investigating. If they are, I'm sure it's not a high priority since keeping the culprits loose gives them justification for inspecting mail, etc.
Lol. You mean, one of their aides has to lean over and throw it in the trash I doubt the actual congressperson ever sees it.
That quote I posted just says that the individuals were never identified. I don't know if anyone's still investigating. If they are, I'm sure it's not a high priority since keeping the culprits loose gives them justification for inspecting mail, etc.
Well for what it is worth, I have not only receieved hand written letters from my congressman but an actual phone call to my home by him in person. I am not sure it is just just this man or this region but I don't recall ever hearing back from my congressman in Florida. Just so you all know, I am just as blunt with him as I am on here.
As to those anthrax and ricin letters, I doubt much has ever really been done, after all, without a boogyman who would the people have to be afraid of.
Well for what it is worth, I have not only receieved hand written letters from my congressman but an actual phone call to my home by him in person. I am not sure it is just just this man or this region but I don't recall ever hearing back from my congressman in Florida. Just so you all know, I am just as blunt with him as I am on here.
As to those anthrax and ricin letters, I doubt much has ever really been done, after all, without a boogyman who would the people have to be afraid of.
That's exactly right. No boogeyman=no fear=less need for our valiant heroes on white horses
Wow, I'm really impressed that you have received handwritten letters and phone calls. That says a lot about that particular rep of yours
That's exactly right. No boogeyman=no fear=less need for our valiant heroes on white horses
Wow, I'm really impressed that you have received handwritten letters and phone calls. That says a lot about that particular rep of yours
Bart Gordon, district 6 in Tennessee. (D) but moderate to conservative, pretty typical southern democrat. Of course I write fairly often and it is a rural district so that very well may be the case.
I would be willing to bet that if more people took the time to write or contact their congress persons, they might be surprised, after all it is in part their function to listen to the concerns of their constituents. It is the average persons best means of influencing the federal government outside of being a lobbyist. Think how few people take the time to vote, let alone write a decent letter to these folks.
Bart Gordon, district 6 in Tennessee. (D) but moderate to conservative, pretty typical southern democrat. Of course I write fairly often and it is a rural district so that very well may be the case.
I would be willing to bet that if more people took the time to write or contact their congress persons, they might be surprised, after all it is in part their function to listen to the concerns of their constituents. It is the average persons best means of influencing the federal government outside of being a lobbyist. Think how few people take the time to vote, let alone write a decent letter to these folks.
It might make some of the more conscientious reps glad that some of their constituents care as well.
I agree. I should make an effort to write more often.
Everyone on the House side maintains a significant staff devoted to constituent services. On the Senate side, things are a little different, but if you write your Congressman, you should virtually always get a response of some sort. If you really want to make a point, it's in your reply to that initial response that it will actually be made. Letters should be short and to the point. Cover one topic. Do not go into infinite detail. Be courteous. Snail-mail is best, e-mail is okay.
"Since October of 2001, the delivery of mail to Senate offices has been disrupted several times – first by letters laced with anthrax, and then a second time by mail contaminated with ricin. Both incidents resulted in suspension of mail deliveries until mail-handling procedures could be reassessed and improved. The individuals responsible for these mailings have not been identified to date.
New security procedures have been implemented to try to safeguard the mail and the health and well being of those who handle it. However, those procedures can delay the delivery of mail to Senate offices from a few days to several weeks. "
Considering the long period of time it takes to send a letter by snail mail with a possible delay of several weeks (), if it gets there at all, I would think that representatives should be required to have some electronic means of communication with constituents. I mean, if they are representing us, shouldn't we be able to voice our concerns? (I know, it's not about that anymore) My senators, luckily, have forms on their pages (McCain and Kyl). I'm guessing the response will be "point taken, but we need to finish what we started, blah blah blah". (as if we can force a totally different culture to adopt the American way quickly). My rep in the house is Jeff Flake and he also has an electronic form. Hopefully, he'll be the one to really listen.
It would be nice if you could get a "read receipt" at least before they trash it
Those individuals who voted Bush into the White House must feel like Horse manure right now, particularly about the direction (down hill fast) he has taken not only the United States, but the entire World. Although those voters who put Bush into office seem to always put on a good "game face" in public, they have to be totally humiliated, disgraced and regretful about not only their association with Mr.Bush, but also their decision to put him into office.
Again, I was pondering if any of you have any sympathy for these individuals and the depressed state of mind they must be in right now.
I feel no sympathy for these people. I instead feel a tremendous sense of pride that I didn't vote for Bush and that my initial hunch about him was entirely correct.
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No surprise there. He's too busy spending his money to care about his constituents.
), if it gets there at all, I would think that representatives should be required to have some electronic means of communication with constituents. I mean, if they are representing us, shouldn't we be able to voice our concerns? (I know, it's not about that anymore) My senators, luckily, have forms on their pages (McCain and Kyl). I'm guessing the response will be "point taken, but we need to finish what we started, blah blah blah". (as if we can force a totally different culture to adopt the American way quickly). My rep in the house is Jeff Flake and he also has an electronic form. Hopefully, he'll be the one to really listen.
I doubt the actual congressperson ever sees it. 
