Have you ever volunteered at a phone bank? If you haven't, let me encourage you to try it, even if it's only once. Although once you try it, I doubt you won't want to do it again.
It's quite easy, and although there are hangups and people who disagree with you, you get the chance to speak with people you'd never speak to otherwise. The phone calls are brief, you don't ask for anyone's money, and you have the opportunity to educate undecided voters.
Imagine having a voice in this country, a voice as powerful as any of the super PACs or lobbyists in Washington DC? I know that each of us on our own can't possibly garner that sort of influence. But as a collective, we certainly can!
Get involved, make your voice heard, and stand up for what you believe is right. It's great to cast a vote, in fact, it's a hard won right for many many people. I'm convinced, however, that voting and spouting off to friends and posting things on Facebook just aren't enough. If you have strong convictions in this election, I implore you to get involved!
Wear t-shirts and buttons. Display yard signs. Phone bank. Attend rallies. Participate in walks. Get people registered to vote. The more active you become, the more you feel like you've accomplished. Every vote counts, and every voice between now and Election Day counts.
Stand up, speak out, and get involved!
If you need ideas or connections to get started, please contact me and I will hook you up.
In solidarity,
Maria
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