Phone numbers and Talking Points

[Lauren O'Brien]

Sen. Nelson 202-224-5274



Sen. Martinez 202-224-3041



Rep. Klein 202-225-3026



Also call both the Senate and House Budget committees:



Senate Budget office: 202/224-0642

House Budget office: 202/226-7200



Here are some key talking points:



1. I oppose the Obama budget and any budget that imposes a carbon tax.

2. I oppose any new taxes in the budget, and am outraged that the President and Congress are adding trillions to our national debt.

3. I oppose all attempts to tax and spend our way to prosperity.

4. I oppose leaving a legacy of debt to our children and grandchildren.


(Special thanks to Tim Mclellan for these!)

[michaelinmiami]

Talking points SHOULD be Short as possible.
Just long enough to describe your idea to someone, while taking a short elevator ride.
MiM

[kate]

Here is an 800 number You will get the Capitol Switchboard and the operator will transfer you to any Rep or Senator you want. 800-220-0044



Local numbers: We could all go see them in person!!

DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ
10100 Pines Blvd.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
wassermanschultz.house.gov/zipauth.htm
*******************

BILL NELSON
3416 South University Drive
Davie, FL 33328
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
billnelson.senate.gov/contact/email.cfm
__________________________
RON KLEIN
Broward Office
U.S. Federal Building
299 E. Broward Blvd. Suite 127
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Toll Free #: [phone]
*************************************

MEL MARTINEZ
800 Douglas Road, Suite 148
Coral Gables, FL 33134 Voice: 305-444-8332
FAX: [phone]
OR 7711 North Military Trail, Suite 1014
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Voice: 561-842-8300
FAX: [phone]
martinez.senate.gov/public/?p=EmailSenatorMartinez
*********

ALCEE HASTINGS
Fort Lauderdale Office
2701 W. Oakland Park Blvd
Suite 200
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
forms.house.gov/alceehastings/webforms/issue_subscribe.htm

[Rhonda]

Do we have people from our group who are contacting Representatives/Senators to officially invite them?

It's probably important for our message to get an official response of who will stand with us and who begs off.

[Lauren O'Brien]

I am going to do that at the beginning of this week. If I have any trouble getting people...I will come back here and elect other people to call them and hassle them as well!

[sheri1449]

I don't like to be negative - but before the stimulus package was passed, I emailed Senator Bill Nelson voicing my dissatisfaction & asking that he vote against it. I stated that they needed more time to consider it. I got back what appeared to be a form letter stating that this was a crisis situation & there was no time - that the bill had to be passed immediately. I doubt he even looked at my letter - the response was probably sent by one of his "underlings". I sent another email to him concerning the next "Pork" legislation & once again, received a similar type form letter. I'm not sure contacting our elected officials will have any real effect. It can't hurt but I have my doubts. Of course, I am only one person - a mass attack may work.

[pennyofhope]

will broward lower the taxes for homes and neighbors who have been effected by china dry wall where were the inspectors who inspected these home, with the decline in values with the current state of the economy now this problem which affects heron bay in parkland and coral springs , hope they lower the taxes because of demised value of unwanted sick homes and neighbors , this gas that emulates is unknown what damage it will cause, does any one have a comment on this
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[alphalu]

I also emailed Senators Nelson & Martinez, & Rep Ron Klein. I too received that same form response. I don't feel they care what we think either. My Mom emails Mr Obama & tons of representatives all the time. The only seemingly true reply she's received was from her local Jacksonville rep. I wish they would listen.

[adam]

Below is copy of the one-page letter I recently sent to the DC offices of my elected officials. I will resend to the local address I see here.

Congressman / Senator XXX,

This is one of the first letters I have ever written to a politician. I am not normally inclined to speak out politically but I am very concerned about the irresponsible spending spree that my government seems to be on.

I work hard, try to stay within a budget, and, if times get tough, I don’t have the option of giving myself a raise like the government does when they raise my taxes. I can only make cuts or get an extra job. I cancel vacations, sell excess items, cut costs, delay major purchases, etc. Why can’t the government tighten their belt? It just doesn’t seem that complex to me.

In these times, when nearly everyone is cutting back, the government has the nerve to propose BIG new programs, propose more taxes, and borrow more money. If I ran my house that way it wouldn’t be long before I would be bankrupt, which may be where the country as whole will end up if we don’t shape up. I know it is hard to be a bad guy and say ‘NO’ when it is easier to say ‘YES’, but the rest of us out here in the ‘real world’ have to do it all the time.

We are counting on you to do the right thing, not the easy thing. Doing the right thing is seldom easy. Sacrifice is usually difficult, more so if it is you that is doing the sacrificing, but sometimes it must be done. Now is one of those times.

I am now paying careful attention to how my elected officials are voting and if they seem to support fiscal irresponsibility, I will vote for the other guy, regardless of party.

I will be at the Tax Day Tea Party in Fort Lauderdale on April 15th. I understand that Congress won’t be in session. Maybe you should go to a Tea Party and visit with some of your most passionate constituents (the people that hired you). It may be the perfect venue since so many will be gathered in one place for a common political purpose. Just a thought.

Respectfully,

Napoleon

[bah777]

Well at least some of you recieved responses. I have contacted both Martinez and Nelson and have recieved no reponse either time. I have also contacted Wasserman Schultz with no response.

[schiel1]

I emailed Wasserman a few times and all I received was a standard form letter. The last time I wrote a few of them I asked not to send a bs form letter but a real letter. It's been a few weeks now.I have not as of yet received anything. (go figure)
You all have to remember they are trying to push through all their preconceptions of how the country should be and they have limited time to do it. SO what we think in not important. They know that They will more than likely get reelected anyway not no matter what anyone says.

[chiefez]

Debbie Wasserman-Schultz will be having a town hall meeting on the 13th. This may be an opportunity for some of us to express our concern about congressional actions taking place.


Town Hall on the Recovery Act
Helping Homeowners and the Unemployed
Monday, April 13, 2009, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
City of Weston City Hall, Commission Chamber
17200 Royal Palm Blvd., Weston

[Rhonda]

Let's ask her if she will be attending the Rally.

[flogold]

Adam: I took the liberty of taking some excerpts from you letter and incorporated into my e-mail I forwarded to Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman. See my e-mail and Debbie Wasserman's response from her office


WE THE PEOPLE are paying careful attention to how our elected officials are voting and if they seem to support fiscal irresponsibility, I will vote for the right guy, regardless of party, providing that person is running for the American people, stands by our Constitution and not afraid to stand up to unpopular issues.

One issue that is very close to my heart, and should be yours as well, is Israel. I wouldn't mind if my tax money was going to the Palestinian people that live in squalor and refugee camps. Unfortunately there is no way to control it and the money will wind up in the hands of Hamas. I also do not want any negotiations with Iran until they give up the thought of destroying Israel.

I will be at the Tax Day Tea Party in Fort Lauderdale on April 15th. I understand that Congress won’t be in session. WE THE PEOPLE are asking you to attend the Tea Party and visit with some of your most passionate constituents (the people that hired you). It may be the perfect venue since so many will be gathered in one place for a common political purpose.


Sincerely,

Florine Goldfarb

April 10, 2009 Update My Profile


Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, 20th District of Florida
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Rep. Wasserman Schultz talks about pending legislation with a constituent following a Town Hall Meeting.
You Are Invited To A Town Hall I'm Hosting This Monday In Weston

Whether it is housing or the downturn in the economy, South Florida is facing a challenging time. Since the first of the year I've been traveling around South Florida, listening to people, talking with community leaders, and announcing initiatives we've passed in Washington to help South Floridians.

Many families are facing immediate challenges paying bills, finding jobs, or are worried about their future. That's why this Monday I'll be hosting a Town Hall Meeting in South Florida with experts who can explain how the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and other programs can help Floridians.

You are invited to attend this Monday's Town Hall Meeting in Weston. Whether you want to express your opinion, or need answers to a question, I want to hear from you.



Details:
Town Hall on the Recovery Act
Helping Homeowners and the Unemployed
Monday, April 13, 2009, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
City of Weston City Hall, Commission Chamber
17200 Royal Palm Blvd., Weston
(Officials will be on hand to help answer individual questions related to housing and services for the unemployed or underemployed.)



For immediate information on President Obama's Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan please visit: www.makinghomesaffordable.gov

If you are out of work, visit www.floridajobs.org to find a job or file an unemployment claim.

For more detailed information on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and to see where and how Recovery Act funds are being spent, visit: www.recovery.gov

[sheri1449]

Veeeeeeeeery interesting. The Wasserman response makes no reference to your comments about Israel, Hamas, Iran or the Tax Day Tea Party invitation. Obviously, as usual, a form letter.