I believe strongly in contacting our representatives because the pen is forever mightier than the sword. So I was delighted when the 10 Actions for the First 100 Days began with postcards to senators outlining concerns and requests.
And it turns out, I had quite a lot to say to mine.
I made postcards for 13 of the many, many issues that concern me, then I wrote specific requests for rights I want protected and actions I want taken. With each card, I focused my intentions, and it was a powerful meditative and emotional experience.
I’ve made my designs available for download, if you’d like to print them on cardstock or photo paper to send your own. The PDF download is formatted to print two 4″x6″ postcards (for each of your senators) or you can print one at a time by downloading the JPGs. If you follow USPS postcard regulations, you should be able to mail them using a 34-cent postcard stamp.
If you’d like the whole set, you can download it from Dropbox here (JPGs also on Flickr).
Mni Wiconi: Water Is Life
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Women’s Rights
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Environment
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Health Care is a Human Right
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Don’t Turn Our Backs On Humanity: Immigration, Refugees, and Ethical Foreign Policy
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Love Is Love: LGBTQIA Rights and Freedoms
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Support for Veterans and First Responders
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Black Lives Matter: Addressing Institutionalized Racism
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Make America Think Again: Education
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Disability Access, Independence, and Opportunity
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End the Epidemic of Gun Violence
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Equal Rights Amendment
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Treat Workers Like People: Fair and Humane Labor Policies
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I feel obliged to put the usual disclaimers that while our values may differ, I think it is essential that you also communicate yours. I’m happy to share what specifically I wrote about each issue, if you’re struggling to find words or have questions about my stances. Politics are nuanced and complex, as our conversations should be.
And while I doubt it’s necessary, I also feel obliged to remind you to please use respectful, clear, and concise language while communicating with your representatives.
