From the Halls ….

Glenn Beck from Foxnews, An Inconvenient Debt

Marines

New sessions of US Congress and State begin this week, the newly elected will be setting up offices and learning the process.  Are you ready?  Do you know who is representing you?  Are you ready to give them your opinion?  As veterans our fellow veterans and those currently serving count on us to help voice opinions on legislation that effects them.

Keep in mind that less than 3% of all elected officials are veterans, many cannot relate or may not completely understand issues relating to veterans.  As veterans and members of the Marine Corps League, American Legion, VFW or any other veteran organization we must be like lobbyists and explain why they should support or not support specific legislation.  Beyond veteran issues they also need to know how you feel about any number of issues.  Are you in favor of more taxes, nationalized healthcare?  As the congress debates these issues in the coming weeks and months make sure your voice is heard.

I have attached a work sheet to help with “Knowing your representative” and how to contact them.  Remember to contact them whether they are in the same political party as you or not.  You are their constituent and need to hear from you regardless of your party affiliation.

Let your voice be heard.