Barbara, while I have nothing to boast about, and I blame reluctance to be an activist on illness, I have found a bit of joy in supporting "my" candidates. Of course that means a few dollars' donations, but also an occasional email or letter to the candidate to thank them for their dedication or a particular focus or piece of legislation…
Barbara, while I have nothing to boast about, and I blame reluctance to be an activist on illness, I have found a bit of joy in supporting "my" candidates. Of course that means a few dollars' donations, but also an occasional email or letter to the candidate to thank them for their dedication or a particular focus or piece of legislation that I like. You would be surprised how rare that is for the candidate or official and they often respond with thanks.
Something as simple as a letter to the editor on behalf of a favorite, or a yard sign in my apartment window...I recently tied a sign to the back of my wheelchair...however small, still offers support. In addition, I've carried petitions to get a candidate's name on the ballot and I've organized a meeting for the candidate to speak to a small gathering in the building where I live. I've found such activities to be rewarding for them and me.
Last but not least, sometimes offering to help the candidate's aide is also welcome. Just saying you will deliver a half dozen yard signs to like-minded friends is really helpful. All these are small potatoes, but the ground floor for democracy.
I hear you. Sometimes the best I can do is $5 to a Candidate, making some calls etc.. I need to get back in the habit of writing our Legislators. Great idea on writing to the Candidates.
Barbara, while I have nothing to boast about, and I blame reluctance to be an activist on illness, I have found a bit of joy in supporting "my" candidates. Of course that means a few dollars' donations, but also an occasional email or letter to the candidate to thank them for their dedication or a particular focus or piece of legislation that I like. You would be surprised how rare that is for the candidate or official and they often respond with thanks.
Something as simple as a letter to the editor on behalf of a favorite, or a yard sign in my apartment window...I recently tied a sign to the back of my wheelchair...however small, still offers support. In addition, I've carried petitions to get a candidate's name on the ballot and I've organized a meeting for the candidate to speak to a small gathering in the building where I live. I've found such activities to be rewarding for them and me.
Last but not least, sometimes offering to help the candidate's aide is also welcome. Just saying you will deliver a half dozen yard signs to like-minded friends is really helpful. All these are small potatoes, but the ground floor for democracy.
I hear you. Sometimes the best I can do is $5 to a Candidate, making some calls etc.. I need to get back in the habit of writing our Legislators. Great idea on writing to the Candidates.
Jessica Craven’ts Chop Wood Carry Water gives you a call map each day — takes 5 minutes and is very effective - legislators keep track of calls……