I SENT THIS LETTER TO MY CONGRESSMAN--WHAT DO YOU THINK? i'M OUT OF ROOM--WHAT DO YOU THINK OF MY QUESTION

Question

Hi Mr. Putnam,

I'm a college student up here in Gainesville. I voted for you, and am a registered republican.

I want you to know that many college-age voters care a lot about energy independence and the trade deficit.

I'm a business major, and Warren Buffet himself, points out that the trade deficit and our national debt are a huge problem.

Many college age republicans care about global warming, but not as vehomently as our democrat peers. I personally care about it, from a energy-independence standpoint and and a humankind sustainability concept.

Young voters are perhaps your smartest constituents, and are most privvy to internet resources, and we're most likely to realize that CNN, CBS, etc... = liberal and that FOX = conservative.

I have seen you speak in person at a farm bureau meeting and you have great leadership skills.

I believe you are very genuine about living a life of public service, and commend you for that. You have small-town values, which is what

I have seen you speak in person at a farm bureau meeting and you have great leadership skills.

I believe you are very genuine about living a life of public service, and commend you for that. You have small-town values, which is what I can especially relate to.

Thanks for taking the time to read this, I would love to send you a 30 page email, but I have sufficiently expressed what I wish to say.

Take care and god bless

Always do what is right, and never compromise your priorities

Answer 1

Young man, that was an excellent letter. You expressed several of my own views and I am a Democrat. You see, we are not that far apart, if you ignore the radicals of both parties.

Answer 2

I find it always encouraging that our young people communicate with our elected officials regarding issues that affect the voters.

Your letter, however, is a juvenile attempt to stroke the congressman, build up his ego, and inform him of things he already knows.

You mentioned that you're a business major in college, but your writing format and decorum is atrocious. Surely you must have spell-check and a dictionary nearby to help when you craft a business letter! Official, business-type letters never begin with a salutation of "Hi Mr. Putman." Using his title as Congressman would have been the correct thing to do. With that said, your college-level education is remiss when you know not enough to capitalize proper nouns, check for spelling, and avoid Internet-formatted abbreviations and symbols.

You brought up the topic of Global Warming, but did not make recommendations for improvement nor voice any pointed complaints that the congressman might act upon.

Your letter was an exercise in American liberties and rights, but did little in making a valued connection with the recipient. The positive side of your letter was that you kept it short, albeit transition was choppy.

Nevertheless, I have an optimistic impression that you will learn correct letter format and continue your involvement with American government and politics.

Answer 3

Just know it will only be read by an intern. (S)he then tallys up the weeks letters/emails/phone calls over what issue matter and then passes the single sheet up the chain.



P.S. You should get a response letter, but sorry it will not actually by Mr. Putnam (although it will look like it is). I believe spending a lot of time on these letters is useless, but my dad and step-mom still continue to do it.

However, good for you for caring about our nation and getting active!

Answer 4

All communication with our elected Representatives is a good thing. I do suggest addressing the representative by their elected title (Congressman Putman) (you can usually find the title on-line or in the front of you phone book). Also always double check your spelling and grammar as this will give the communication more credibility. You are wise to keep the email short.

Answer 5

it is imperative to vote, it is imperative to let your leaders know your opinions. this is how they gather a consensus of what their constituents are thinking. i fax, call, email and write my representative and senators weekly. they always send a response, sometimes it takes time but they do listen, or at least mine do.

it is important to state with clarity why you feel as you do and not just send a 'rant'. be informed and ask about information they may have that you don't as this will influence their votes also.

you are a good citizen and your opinion does matter.

many complain but few really take an active participation in the process.

Answer 6

I would put the paragraphs about seeing him speak and believing he is genuine after the first paragraph about being a registered Republican. And CNN hardly equals liberal. You might want to rephrase that as saying you realize all networks have their own slant.

Otherwise, it's a fairly good letter.

Answer 7

I think you made some very valid points. I hope you get a response from him. I have written my senators a few times. One has answered a few of my letters and another has not taken the time too. One is democratic and the other republican. Maybe that explains it. : )

Answer 8

Based on the eloquence of the letter, he may have a staff member write you a response, based on the appropriate template, sign it, then go to lunch with the oil company executive that he will pay much more attention to,

Answer 9

Your concerns are not connected to your message to the congressman, do NOT use "etc," what is the point of this, and is this really what your congressman needs to hear? Write something that might actually help your concerns and you won't be disappointed with a signed picture.

Answer 10

I think one his aides will read it, think about it, and move on. I really doubt this fellow has the time nor cares to read your letter. I've written to a Congressman and the President once: not even a response.

I commend you for caring though.