Resident Advocacy Involvement ASA May, 2009

“America is not governed by the majority, but by the majority of those who participate.” —Thomas Jefferson

Will YOU participate?

Plenty of opportunities for involvement

1. Understand ASA’s key issues Health care reform SGR – Medicare payment for physicians Truth & Transparency Rural Pass-through Pain care

2. Meet with your Member of Congress (or staff) in Washington

3. Join the ASA Grassroots Network

4. Join ASAPAC Political arm of ASA Important tool in ASA’s lobbying efforts Allows anesthesiologists to participate in politics Separate segregated fund of the ASA Regulated by FEC To join: – (Members only) –See any ASA Washington staff member

5. Participate in a local political event Host a fundraiser, attend a fundraiser, do a local check delivery More information: Scott Barnes

6. Schedule a local meeting District office meeting Town Hall Site visit

7. Follow up on Washington and local meetings Does your Member of Congress support the issue? Does the Member or staff need additional information? Be polite and persistent

8. Recruit colleagues and residents for Grassroots and ASAPAC involvement Washington Advocacy Guide ASAPAC Kit & Involvement Guide

9. Report your involvement to the ASA Washington office Provide updates on your efforts How can we support you? How can we follow up? Contact us –Phone: (202) –

Other ways to stay involved RSSwww.ASAhq.org Facebook (ASA Grassroots Network) Twitter Sign up to receive Vital Signs

Stay in touch ASA Washington Office (202) Manuel Bonilla Director of Congressional and Political Affairs Sarah Byun Manager of Congressional and Political Outreach Scott Barnes ASAPAC Assistant Moriah Merkel Grassroots Program Administrator