| What You Can Do |
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The goal in affecting public-policy debate is to present your opinion on a given issue persuasively. The most common ways to directly influence public policy include: |
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Writing letters to elected officials |
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Sending e-mail and faxes to elected officials |
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Making phone calls |
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Writing letters to the editor |
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Visiting personally with officials |
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Becoming involved in the actual election process by voting, working on campaigns, serving as a party precinct committeeman, or running for elective office; |
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Attending public meetings, hearings, or issue forums; |
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Joining and supporting pro-family groups and public-policy groups that share your viewpoints. These groups typically have registered lobbyists who deal with elected officials regularly. Your membership lends credibility to their efforts |
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