How to contact representatives

Practical steps for contacting your lawmakers: find who represents you, write a clear message, be respectful, and follow up.

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Plain-language explanation

Practical steps for contacting your lawmakers: find who represents you, write a clear message, be respectful, and follow up.

Example

Locate your member's contact page, send a short note explaining your view, and ask for a response.

Why it matters

Contacting representatives is one of the most direct ways to participate in democracy.

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