Write a letter to your Senator
A single hand-written letter can be worth a hundred emails, and it is easier and faster than you may think! Whether you write three sentences or three paragraphs, mailing a letter to your Senator in this modern high-tech world speaks volumes about your passion and your concern.
It’s easy! Check out this sample letter outline (pdf).
Writing the Letter
Address the letter
- Look up your Senators’ addresses at Congress.org by entering your zip code in the box titled “My Elected Officials”
- Include your return address at the top of the letter
Begin with “Dear Senator ______,” then follow these three points:
- Tell your senator to support the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act.
- Give one reason why YOU are personally concerned about global warming
- For example, have you seen changes in nature due to global warming?
- Are you concerned about your child or grandchild’s future?
- Why do you want clean, renewable energy? - Ask your senator for a response and include your address.
Copy and mail!
- Write your letter again, this time addressed to your second Senator.
- Mail your letters!
Help friends and family write letters
- Print the sample letter outline (pdf)
- Look up your senators’ addresses
- Provide paper, envelopes and stamps
- Invite friends and family to write and mail letters with you!
