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Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Writing Letters to Elected Officials.

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1 Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Writing Letters to Elected Officials

2 Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Why write elected officials? To demonstrate awareness To explain the importance of an issue To persuade To build your reputation

3 Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Write elected officials: To respond to an action or decision To lobby an official To voice concern To point out a deficiency or need To request information

4 Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Include in your letter: An official opening Your purpose Understanding of the issue Your position Others affected Acknowledgement of past support Desired action

5 Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas Include at the end of the letter: Thank you Your full name Address Phone number

6 Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas E-mail pros and cons: Pros Faster than regular mail Easy to respond to Reliable Less likely to get lost Cons Easily deleted and forgotten Less effective than paper mail

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