Our email tool makes it simple to send a simple, form email to your legislators and let them know where you stand. But a personalized email to your lawmakers is far more effective. Because legislative staff don’t just tally how many messages come in on a subject — they separate out how many were individualized, and weight them differently when reporting back to the lawmaker.
Why does it count more? Two simple reasons: It shows you invested more time, proving you care about the issue. And second, it gives you the opportunity to provide a compelling personal story in addition to simple facts about medical aid in dying, ensuring a more persuasive argument.
Here are some tips to writing a strong personalized email:
Always be courteous and respectful. You may vehemently disagree with some – or all – of your elected officials’ views, but you don’t want to let anger over those differences seep into your letter. If someone asks something of you, you’re more likely to agree to their request if they are polite and thoughtful in making it. Your legislators are the same.
Mail contributions directly to:
Compassion & Choices Gift Processing Center
PO Box 485
Etna, NH 03750