I really appreciate the posts about contacting our reps. I have been unable to get contact info for my new employee, Rep. Jeff Hurd CD3, Colorado. His name is listed on the government website, but the DC phone number goes to voice mail at his CO office in Grand Junction. While I'm glad to be rid of the execrable Boebert (she carpetbagged to another district), I trust no Republican and plan to keep Hurd on speed dial. Our Dem. senators are excellent. Thankyou for your work.
It's early enough that they may still be getting their act together at the DC office... or they may just not care. Time will tell - please keep us posted!
I tried to contact the White House but I can not longer post to Pres. Biden or VP Harris. I am hoping your might buy in and help. I cannot sleep at night, considering the passing of potential legislation and the awful legislation that Republicans are proposing. I formed a grassroots group to adovoate for seniors, but need to amplify our voices. I posted petition on Mobilize and more. But we need more so I composed the following letter. As a powerful grassroots group, maybe you can help drive the formation of coalition to bring together diverse efforts. It is more important than effort. Here is the text that I composed to Pres. Biden, and VP Harris:
Subject: Urgent Call for Coordinated Action to Protect Seniors' Benefits
Dear President Biden and Vice President Harris,
Thank you for your bold leadership in safeguarding our democracy and taking significant steps to protect the programs that Americans, particularly seniors, depend on.
As you know, legislation advancing rapidly under a potential Trump administration poses a grave threat to Social Security, Medicare, and other critical programs. While grassroots organizations such as Indivisible, the Women's March, Rogan's List, AARP, and leaders like Robert Reich and Mary Trump are mobilizing to fight back, we face a daunting challenge: our efforts are fragmented, and the pace of legislative threats is accelerating.
To meet this moment, we need a high-intensity, coordinated approach that brings together the power of these groups to amplify our voices across blue and red states alike. Seniors must know what is at stake before it is too late. One group alone cannot achieve this; we need a coalition.
I urge you to hold a summit with these key organizations' leaders to develop a unified outreach plan. By pooling resources, agreeing on a clear attack strategy, and leveraging the unique strengths of each organization, we can take swift, collective action. This includes:
Mobilizing seniors to sign petitions and write to their representatives.
Launching an aggressive communications campaign to inform Americans of the risks to their benefits.
Ensuring every senior understands how their vote impacts their financial security and health.
The grassroots energy is here—we are ready to act. What we need is leadership at the highest level to unite these efforts into a cohesive, powerful movement.
Thank you for your tireless commitment to protecting the American people. Together, we must ensure no senior is left behind in this critical fight.
Charlene Underwood, Founder, Advocates for Seniors
I really appreciate the posts about contacting our reps. I have been unable to get contact info for my new employee, Rep. Jeff Hurd CD3, Colorado. His name is listed on the government website, but the DC phone number goes to voice mail at his CO office in Grand Junction. While I'm glad to be rid of the execrable Boebert (she carpetbagged to another district), I trust no Republican and plan to keep Hurd on speed dial. Our Dem. senators are excellent. Thankyou for your work.
It's early enough that they may still be getting their act together at the DC office... or they may just not care. Time will tell - please keep us posted!
I tried to contact the White House but I can not longer post to Pres. Biden or VP Harris. I am hoping your might buy in and help. I cannot sleep at night, considering the passing of potential legislation and the awful legislation that Republicans are proposing. I formed a grassroots group to adovoate for seniors, but need to amplify our voices. I posted petition on Mobilize and more. But we need more so I composed the following letter. As a powerful grassroots group, maybe you can help drive the formation of coalition to bring together diverse efforts. It is more important than effort. Here is the text that I composed to Pres. Biden, and VP Harris:
Subject: Urgent Call for Coordinated Action to Protect Seniors' Benefits
Dear President Biden and Vice President Harris,
Thank you for your bold leadership in safeguarding our democracy and taking significant steps to protect the programs that Americans, particularly seniors, depend on.
As you know, legislation advancing rapidly under a potential Trump administration poses a grave threat to Social Security, Medicare, and other critical programs. While grassroots organizations such as Indivisible, the Women's March, Rogan's List, AARP, and leaders like Robert Reich and Mary Trump are mobilizing to fight back, we face a daunting challenge: our efforts are fragmented, and the pace of legislative threats is accelerating.
To meet this moment, we need a high-intensity, coordinated approach that brings together the power of these groups to amplify our voices across blue and red states alike. Seniors must know what is at stake before it is too late. One group alone cannot achieve this; we need a coalition.
I urge you to hold a summit with these key organizations' leaders to develop a unified outreach plan. By pooling resources, agreeing on a clear attack strategy, and leveraging the unique strengths of each organization, we can take swift, collective action. This includes:
Mobilizing seniors to sign petitions and write to their representatives.
Launching an aggressive communications campaign to inform Americans of the risks to their benefits.
Ensuring every senior understands how their vote impacts their financial security and health.
The grassroots energy is here—we are ready to act. What we need is leadership at the highest level to unite these efforts into a cohesive, powerful movement.
Thank you for your tireless commitment to protecting the American people. Together, we must ensure no senior is left behind in this critical fight.
Charlene Underwood, Founder, Advocates for Seniors
Thank you so very much