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Published: 12/06/2021
NEA members play an important role in building support for federal legislation. Face-to-face meetings with senators, representatives, and their staffs are especially valuable, and can be held back home or in Washington, DC. Virtual meetings have become commonplace during the COVID-19 pandemic, and are another way to connect with lawmakers.
Your stories and experiences are the most powerful tool we have. Sharing them can galvanize, warn, and persuade in a way facts, numbers, and statistics do not. Here are some tips on how to proceed.
Follow Up
Email a thank-you after the meeting
- In addition to expressing your thanks, repeat the “ask.”
- Answer any questions raised during the meeting you were unable to address at the time.
- Be sure to provide any materials you promised to provide.
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