SAMPLE LETTER
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SAMPLE:
Tips On Telephoning Your Representatives
To find your representative's phone number, use the "View Detail" button under
the listing of "Selected Legislators," or call the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at
202/224-3121 and ask for your Senator's and/or Representative's office.
Remember, the telephone calls are often taken by a staff member, not the
member of Congress. Ask to speak with the aide who handles Greek-American
issues, or who handles the issue to which you wish to comment.
After identifying yourself, tell the aide you would like leave a brief message, such
as: "Please tell Senator/Representative (NAME) that I support/oppose (state the
bill number, e.g., H.Con.Res 283 or S.Con.Res 9)
You will also want to state reasons for your support or opposition to the bill. Ask
for your Senator's or Representative's position on the bill. You may also request a
written response to your telephone call.
Tips On Writing Congress
The letter is the most popular choice of communication with a congressional
office. If you decide to write a letter, this list of helpful suggestions will improve the
effectiveness of the letter:
1.Your purpose for 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._____.
2.Be courteous, to the point, and included key information, using examples
to support your position.
3.Address only one issue in each letter, and, if possible, keep the letter to
one page.
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:
Or, Dear Mr. Speaker:
Or, Dear Mr. Speaker:
Tips on E-mailing Congress
Generally, the same guidelines apply as with writing letters to Congress. You may
find an e-mail your representatives directly from this Web site.
March 14, 2002
The Honorable Thomas Daschle
Majority Leader, United States Senate
U.S. Capitol Building
Washington, DC 20510
Dear Senator Daschle:
On behalf of the Board of Directors of The Latino Coalition (TLC) and the Hispanic Business Roundtable (HBR), we strongly urge you to support the President's efforts to pass a temporary
extension of 245i before he departs for his trip to Latin America. We cannot allow empty and inflammatory rhetoric to drown good public policy.
Passage of this legislation will send a clear message of friendship and cooperation not only to our southern neighbors, but also to Hispanic voters across the country. By allowing family members
to pay a significant fee in order to apply for legal status without having to leave the country, we will help promote family-friendly policies at the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
Foes of 245i are taking advantage of the September 11th attack on America to once again instill fear against individuals from Latin America. The fact is that there has been no evidence that people
affected by this legislation have been involved in any kind of terrorist activities. As a matter of fact, those same opponents have completely ignored our northern border and the problems associated
with overstayed visas. 245i will only strengthen the love of this country for individuals who already have strong ties to America. Using 9-11 as an excuse for opposing this legislation is simply an
outrageous attempt to hide their support for an ethnic-based immigration policy that discriminates against people from Latin America, and play on the fear of all Americans.
We believe that family reunification should be a fundamental goal of our nation's immigration policy, and support a temporary extension of Section 245(i), which allows eligible people to apply for
legal residency in the United States without having to first return to their country of origin. The legislation recognizes that immigrant families are an essential part of a strong, tolerant and
compassionate America. Many immigrants who are otherwise eligible to become legal residents will be forced to leave the United States and their families unless a temporary extension is granted.
We at The Latino Coalition and the Hispanic Business Roundtable strongly support policies that reform our immigration system. However, let's make sure that we base our policies on sound policy
rather than on an ethnic bias. Let's promote policies that are practical and that promote the safety and security of all Americans. We urge you to support 245i.
Best regards,
Robert G. de Posada Mario Rodriguez
Robert G. de Posada Mario Rodriguez
President, The Latino Coalition President, Hispanic Business Roundtable
Guys,
Could you post some more details if you wish in this forum like,
CINTA - PA 6 - Gerlach - GREEK - M (Male).
this will give us more insight for all the activities.
SAMPLE:
Tips On Telephoning Your Representatives
To find your representative's phone number, use the "View Detail" button under
the listing of "Selected Legislators," or call the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at
202/224-3121 and ask for your Senator's and/or Representative's office.
Remember, the telephone calls are often taken by a staff member, not the
member of Congress. Ask to speak with the aide who handles Greek-American
issues, or who handles the issue to which you wish to comment.
After identifying yourself, tell the aide you would like leave a brief message, such
as: "Please tell Senator/Representative (NAME) that I support/oppose (state the
bill number, e.g., H.Con.Res 283 or S.Con.Res 9)
You will also want to state reasons for your support or opposition to the bill. Ask
for your Senator's or Representative's position on the bill. You may also request a
written response to your telephone call.
Tips On Writing Congress
The letter is the most popular choice of communication with a congressional
office. If you decide to write a letter, this list of helpful suggestions will improve the
effectiveness of the letter:
1.Your purpose for 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._____.
2.Be courteous, to the point, and included key information, using examples
to support your position.
3.Address only one issue in each letter, and, if possible, keep the letter to
one page.
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:
Or, Dear Mr. Speaker:
Or, Dear Mr. Speaker:
Tips on E-mailing Congress
Generally, the same guidelines apply as with writing letters to Congress. You may
find an e-mail your representatives directly from this Web site.
March 14, 2002
The Honorable Thomas Daschle
Majority Leader, United States Senate
U.S. Capitol Building
Washington, DC 20510
Dear Senator Daschle:
On behalf of the Board of Directors of The Latino Coalition (TLC) and the Hispanic Business Roundtable (HBR), we strongly urge you to support the President's efforts to pass a temporary
extension of 245i before he departs for his trip to Latin America. We cannot allow empty and inflammatory rhetoric to drown good public policy.
Passage of this legislation will send a clear message of friendship and cooperation not only to our southern neighbors, but also to Hispanic voters across the country. By allowing family members
to pay a significant fee in order to apply for legal status without having to leave the country, we will help promote family-friendly policies at the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
Foes of 245i are taking advantage of the September 11th attack on America to once again instill fear against individuals from Latin America. The fact is that there has been no evidence that people
affected by this legislation have been involved in any kind of terrorist activities. As a matter of fact, those same opponents have completely ignored our northern border and the problems associated
with overstayed visas. 245i will only strengthen the love of this country for individuals who already have strong ties to America. Using 9-11 as an excuse for opposing this legislation is simply an
outrageous attempt to hide their support for an ethnic-based immigration policy that discriminates against people from Latin America, and play on the fear of all Americans.
We believe that family reunification should be a fundamental goal of our nation's immigration policy, and support a temporary extension of Section 245(i), which allows eligible people to apply for
legal residency in the United States without having to first return to their country of origin. The legislation recognizes that immigrant families are an essential part of a strong, tolerant and
compassionate America. Many immigrants who are otherwise eligible to become legal residents will be forced to leave the United States and their families unless a temporary extension is granted.
We at The Latino Coalition and the Hispanic Business Roundtable strongly support policies that reform our immigration system. However, let's make sure that we base our policies on sound policy
rather than on an ethnic bias. Let's promote policies that are practical and that promote the safety and security of all Americans. We urge you to support 245i.
Best regards,
Robert G. de Posada Mario Rodriguez
Robert G. de Posada Mario Rodriguez
President, The Latino Coalition President, Hispanic Business Roundtable