The 90 Second Letter

Can you write a letter in 90 seconds?
Give it a try...

The most effective letters are only one page.

1. Request something
(For example: "Please help us care for people with disabilities by opening up the waiver waiting list. There are currently 4,299 people who are waiting for the opportunity to participate and contribute to their communities as well as to be cared for in a setting that is more appropriate for their needs.")

2. Give a reason
(Describe why this issue matters to you and the people you care about. It's very nice to add the story of one person or family.)

3. Add your thanks and request a response
(For example: Will you please let me know if you will vote to open up the waiting list? Be sure to include your home address.)

4. Salutations on envelope are:  
          The Honorable (Last Name)
     Salutations in the letter are:  
          Dear Representative/Senator (Last Name) State Legislators
          Dear Congresswoman/man (Last Name) U.S. Representative
          Dear Senator (Last Name) U.S. Senator

And, yes, you can email--
Be SURE to put your address in the subject line of the email, so you are quickly identified as a constituent.

LSS Privacy Statement         This page was updated on March 12, 2007 by CP&A.