Writing a letter to the editor or elected official is one of the most effective ways of communicating your concerns and imparting change. This page is designed to help you complete this task by walking you through a series of steps. It is very useful to read the “Tips On Writing Letters” article before you begin. Click Here.
1. Gather Facts & Draft MessageBesides your own sources, there are several places throughout this website that describe what is going on in local, state and national politics. Check out the “Home Page”, “News & Events” and “Resources” tabs for starters. After you have read the “Tips on Writing Letters” article and have collected your thoughts go to step two.
2. Compose & Submit Your LetterClick Here To Select A Letter Recipient. From the list choose who you would like to send a letter to. Your mail program should automatically open. The recipients email address as well as the subject will automatically be included in the email. Begin writing! (If you would like to send us a copy of your letter for possible inclusion in our website, please Cc. to contact@sagadahocdems.org)
3. Follow ThroughAfter you have submitted your email, be sure to keep tabs on what happens next. Check to see if it has been published. Check your emails frequently. Sometimes someone may contact you for some editing changes. Also, continue to follow the discussion thread. Often someone will respond to your letter with one of their own which opens up a dialogue. These sort of exchanges can be the most illuminating. Your voice is important. Together we can make change happen. We ask that you help multiply the effectiveness of your voice by contributing what you have written to the online “Social Network”. In order to do this you may contact the social network of your choice through the button below and then “cut-and-paste” your message into your appropriate text field.
Repeat this process as often as you need to. Keep expressing yourself until you feel satisfied. We all thank you.
