I've been writing letters, and E-Mails concerning a situation from a previous state job to heads of the department in which I worked. I get little if no response, and no course of action has been taken. I guess ignoring me would make their job easier, knowing it's almost impossible to get in contact with the Governor, or anyone that can make a difference.
Anyone got any ideas on how I can get in touch with Political Leaders of West Virginia to help settle the injustice I received?
2007-06-29 23:12:14 · 6 answers · asked by Gump023 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Government
Call your state representative. Because they probably have a lower volume of questions than a US rep, you will have a better chance at getting an answer. Also, make an appointment. Frequently personnel won't speak with you unless you are a constituent. It will take some time to get back with people. Especially depending on the political season. If there is a budget or other statewide crisis, it will be even longer to get a response.
2007-06-30 03:36:33 · answer #1 · answered by capriciousclover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Due to the high volume of letters, emails and faxes that high-profile elected officials receive, it could take a few weeks or months to get a response. This response usually comes in the form of a letter explaining what the official is doing about it.
All gubernatorial offices have "constituent service" staffers who handle constituent claims such as yours. These staffers may not be able to resolve the issue completely, but they usually give it a shot. Call the governor's office and ask to speak with a constituent service staffer and ask if they received your letters. You can always walk into the governors office and speak with his staff directly.
One trick is to write your federal officials (your congressman or 2 senators) and ask them to help you contact the governors office. Because federal officials have no jurisdiction over state matters, they can't get involved with your issue, but they might offer to write the governors office and request that they respond to you.
Keep in mind that politicians can't grant wishes. They have to abide by all the rules, regulations and guidelines just like everyone else, and they usually respect their department head's decisions in personnel matters. If your problems still isn't resolved, you can always seek legal help.
2007-06-30 00:16:48 · answer #2 · answered by crackaboy79 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the state capitol and speak with the Executive Secretary or Receptionist in person. Leave a message or a letter for the person you want to talk to. Ask if you can set up an appointment with them. If the person you want to see is busy, be kind and very polite--but persistent--go on a monthly/weekly basis. Don't be pushy--just be nice. Eventually (most likely), you will meet and talk with them in person.
Look at it like you were trying to get a job. If you only email or call, it is easy to put you off. There's nothing like one on one--face to face--to get someones attention. Again, persistence and politeness are key.
Some receptionists tend look at emails and telephone calls almost like you look at telemarketers. They think, Okay. I've made a note to give to so and so... now, how quickly can I get them off the phone?
If however, you walk into an office with a resume' (or proposal) in hand, are very nice to the receptionist, and ask to see the manager (in this case the legislator)--guess what--sometimes you will be allowed to see them when no one else is. (This has happened to both me--in job searches and to my parents as lobbyists.)
For political leaders (legislators) this works especially well if you have developed a friendly relationship over the years with the Executive Secretary/Receptionist.
2007-06-29 23:19:12 · answer #3 · answered by oooooolala! 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have done the same thing over the last several years. they do not want to take any suggestions or criticism from the public. i have written to bredesen here in tenn. and will never get a response. i have also tried the comments at whitehouse and now that website will not take emails. many websites for gov. are being returned as failure. they refuse to listen and there isn't much you can do about it that i can find.
2007-06-30 02:18:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your best bet is to contact the National Labor Relations Board. The governor probably will not be able to handle your problem personally, and his staff would direct you to the NLRB.
2007-06-30 03:37:59 · answer #5 · answered by Rebecca 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
why not try us mail as well.
2007-06-30 02:37:02 · answer #6 · answered by Michael M 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋