To add to your work order: finished and mailed 125th of 225 GOTV postcards for the election of Tom Suozzi to replace George Santos. It’s a contribution those of us who can’t do phone calls or be poll workers, or run for office can do. The special election is February 13th.
To add to your work order: finished and mailed 125th of 225 GOTV postcards for the election of Tom Suozzi to replace George Santos. It’s a contribution those of us who can’t do phone calls or be poll workers, or run for office can do. The special election is February 13th.
I made phone calls for Tom Suozzi over the weekend and am scheduled to do so a couple more times. It is easy and rewarding to work for Democracy. Thanks to all of you doing what you can, too.
I wrote postcards for the 2022 midterms for a group called Postcards For Swingstates.Iwrote 200 cards and sent them to Pennsylvania.The organization sent me the postcards,a mailing list and directions for what to say on the cards.I paid the postage.I really enjoyed doing this also.Does anyone here know of any group that operates this way?
Another group is https://postcardstovoters.org/. You buy the cards as well as the postage, but there are lots of "Vote" postcards out there on Etsy and other places that aren't that expensive--they postage is by far the bigger investment. You have to write a sample postcard to get your handwriting approved, and then the way they work is quick response--they send enough addresses for a few days worth of cards that you mail right away. I have done (and am continuing to do) postcards into NY-3 for both postcards to voters and Activate America. Postcards2Swingstates won't be going for the 2024 election until May.
I find that writing a few postcards every day is calming--I feel like I am doing a little something, and there's no stress involved, unlike (for me) phone banking or canvassing. But my resolution this year is to make myself do phone banking even though I don't like it. I did my first shift into FL HD 35, which just flipped yesterday! I award myself credit for 1 vote. May or may not be true, but given that the margin was under 600 votes, it stiffens my resolve.
I like phone banking rather than canvassing to people’s homes .I live in a very red county in red Ohio and knocking on doors here is just not my cup-of-tea.I like writing postcards the best though.I didn’t have to provide a sample of my handwriting before but can see why they might want that.
Do they have to be hand written? If I generate printer pc & sign them? Hand writing them must be like doing calligraphy , you get into a meditative state.
But of course! Some of us are not very tech savvy. As long as addresses and who, when, what , where are clear, it’s any which way you can. It’s the card that counts.
Honestly - I find that ridiculous. (lack of cursive) My grandchildren are not learning it either - they are 9 and 10. When and WHO thought that was a good idea? Do they (educators) think these kids will print their names in signing a check? Oh wait - likely just use a card or their phone!
On the other hand, at this point in my life, I have gone back to printing rather than writing (other than my signature) so possibly not such a downer after all.
Yup, we're a dying breed- I used notehand in college. My grand-nephews (age 10 & 12) do all their schoolwork on iPads now- no need to write. No school books either.
I think my writing was ok - readable! Up to the last maybe couple years - but its not good now. I used a typewriter in high school and I think the company where I worked "moved to computers" in the mid 80s! Now that was an adjustment. (my age is hanging out there too)
My handwriting has never been very readable. If they'd graded handwriting in elementary school, I probably would have flunked. And I find writing by hand to be incredibly tedious and difficult as far as making it readable. I did some postcarding, but I typed out the messages on this computer, and scotch-taped it to the postcards.
Also, check the rules for the organization you signed up with--some have specific requirements (like non-partisan, but encourage voting; not referring to a holiday etc).
Thanks so much! I just contacted them. Would others like this post if you are planning to do this as well? It would be encouraging to see how many HCR fans participate!
Actually, the Postcards to Voters group emphasizes and requires handwritten cards for the friendly outreach it provides. I can handle a few a day, 15-20, and sign each one with only my first name.
I wrote postcards too and now am doing so for Tom Suozzi...I am so happy that these have a shorter message (in the past I felt like I was writing my college dissertation on a card!). I just ordered more cards through Amazon. They were $15 for 100 cards but if you can get them for free, all the better.
Hi Victoria, I couldn't find my info from last time I sent postcards but I went on the site - Postcards for Swingstates. It will start in May and I just signed up to receive updates.
When I took my 200 postcards to the Post Office during the midterms in 2022, the man who works there insisted on paying the postage for me. He said, "You did all the hard work. It would make me feel as if I did something to contribute to this effort by paying." I was very moved by this gesture and thanked him. Even though I live in a very RED area, there are a few of us here willing to help the Dems get elected, even if it isn't likely to happen where we live. These particular cards were going to Dem voters in a number of cities in TX, who hadn't voted in a while. Hope the cards made a difference.
To add to your work order: finished and mailed 125th of 225 GOTV postcards for the election of Tom Suozzi to replace George Santos. It’s a contribution those of us who can’t do phone calls or be poll workers, or run for office can do. The special election is February 13th.
I wrote 79 postcards for Tom Suozzi as well. It feels good to take action and all of these slime balls need to be stopped.
I wrote so many for Tom Suozzi.........
https://postcardstovoters.org/
I made phone calls for Tom Suozzi over the weekend and am scheduled to do so a couple more times. It is easy and rewarding to work for Democracy. Thanks to all of you doing what you can, too.
I’ll second that Emily👏 thank you all for the actions ...walkin’ the walk🙌
From a friend that organizes post card writing, I’m going today to buy stamps. The price goes up on Sunday.
I wrote postcards for the 2022 midterms for a group called Postcards For Swingstates.Iwrote 200 cards and sent them to Pennsylvania.The organization sent me the postcards,a mailing list and directions for what to say on the cards.I paid the postage.I really enjoyed doing this also.Does anyone here know of any group that operates this way?
Another group is https://postcardstovoters.org/. You buy the cards as well as the postage, but there are lots of "Vote" postcards out there on Etsy and other places that aren't that expensive--they postage is by far the bigger investment. You have to write a sample postcard to get your handwriting approved, and then the way they work is quick response--they send enough addresses for a few days worth of cards that you mail right away. I have done (and am continuing to do) postcards into NY-3 for both postcards to voters and Activate America. Postcards2Swingstates won't be going for the 2024 election until May.
I find that writing a few postcards every day is calming--I feel like I am doing a little something, and there's no stress involved, unlike (for me) phone banking or canvassing. But my resolution this year is to make myself do phone banking even though I don't like it. I did my first shift into FL HD 35, which just flipped yesterday! I award myself credit for 1 vote. May or may not be true, but given that the margin was under 600 votes, it stiffens my resolve.
I like phone banking rather than canvassing to people’s homes .I live in a very red county in red Ohio and knocking on doors here is just not my cup-of-tea.I like writing postcards the best though.I didn’t have to provide a sample of my handwriting before but can see why they might want that.
Do they have to be hand written? If I generate printer pc & sign them? Hand writing them must be like doing calligraphy , you get into a meditative state.
But of course! Some of us are not very tech savvy. As long as addresses and who, when, what , where are clear, it’s any which way you can. It’s the card that counts.
Not that I am a techie but I do like a challenge
The organizations I use are all handwritten. There may be others.
My 21 y.o. nephew can't read cursive (& it's not being taught in schools), only printing- would hate to lose those voters.
Honestly - I find that ridiculous. (lack of cursive) My grandchildren are not learning it either - they are 9 and 10. When and WHO thought that was a good idea? Do they (educators) think these kids will print their names in signing a check? Oh wait - likely just use a card or their phone!
On the other hand, at this point in my life, I have gone back to printing rather than writing (other than my signature) so possibly not such a downer after all.
Yup, we're a dying breed- I used notehand in college. My grand-nephews (age 10 & 12) do all their schoolwork on iPads now- no need to write. No school books either.
Ah yes my two grandkids do too.
Have to say progress is not always an improvement!
Printing is better for me> My handwriting was so bad, I as told to get a typewriter before I went. to college. Oops. Gave my age away.
I think my writing was ok - readable! Up to the last maybe couple years - but its not good now. I used a typewriter in high school and I think the company where I worked "moved to computers" in the mid 80s! Now that was an adjustment. (my age is hanging out there too)
My handwriting has never been very readable. If they'd graded handwriting in elementary school, I probably would have flunked. And I find writing by hand to be incredibly tedious and difficult as far as making it readable. I did some postcarding, but I typed out the messages on this computer, and scotch-taped it to the postcards.
Good point. At least one of the organizations makes that point and asks that you print.
I also wrote postcards before the 2020 election, and will do so again. I wish I had the contact information for the organizers!
I'm writing for Activate America!
https://www.activateamerica.vote/postcards
Thank you Robbie. I signed up for this. Now… where does one get post cards?
Avery sells postcards for printers
Also, check the rules for the organization you signed up with--some have specific requirements (like non-partisan, but encourage voting; not referring to a holiday etc).
start here https://www.etsy.com/market/postcards_to_voters
Thanks to all you gals who get it done! Postcard parties are a great way to do this and create community
https://postcardstovoters.org/
This is one organization.
Thanks so much! I just contacted them. Would others like this post if you are planning to do this as well? It would be encouraging to see how many HCR fans participate!
I have been doing this for years.
I'm writing for Activate America!
https://www.activateamerica.vote/postcards
I did the same Victoria. I will try to find the info.
Thank-you.
Actually, the Postcards to Voters group emphasizes and requires handwritten cards for the friendly outreach it provides. I can handle a few a day, 15-20, and sign each one with only my first name.
I wrote postcards too and now am doing so for Tom Suozzi...I am so happy that these have a shorter message (in the past I felt like I was writing my college dissertation on a card!). I just ordered more cards through Amazon. They were $15 for 100 cards but if you can get them for free, all the better.
Hi Victoria, I couldn't find my info from last time I sent postcards but I went on the site - Postcards for Swingstates. It will start in May and I just signed up to receive updates.
Thank-you.Am going to their site now.
I’m finishing up my postcards today and will bring them to my post office. It’s what I can do.
When I took my 200 postcards to the Post Office during the midterms in 2022, the man who works there insisted on paying the postage for me. He said, "You did all the hard work. It would make me feel as if I did something to contribute to this effort by paying." I was very moved by this gesture and thanked him. Even though I live in a very RED area, there are a few of us here willing to help the Dems get elected, even if it isn't likely to happen where we live. These particular cards were going to Dem voters in a number of cities in TX, who hadn't voted in a while. Hope the cards made a difference.
Thank you for the story. It’s a bit of warmth on a cold day!
Boy, that just brought tears to my eyes...you are both fantastic!
Well done, Virginia! I have also been writing cards for Tom Suozzi but, not anywhere close to the number you have written!! Thanks.
Thank You, Virginia!