TOOLKIT
Advocacy: Contacting Representatives
Find Your Representative:
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Enter your address find contact information for your elected officials
Sample Call Script:
You: Hello, my name is (insert name). I’m a constituent from (home town or zip code). Could I please speak to the Legislative Assistant who handles immigration?
Office: Hi, this is X, how can I help you?
You: I am calling today because I am deeply concerned about ongoing ICE raids and encounters across the country, as well as recent legislative efforts to expand ICE’s authority. I urge (representative's name) to oppose any measures that harm immigrant communities and disrupt access to essential services.
Optional: Share a story about a patient or community impact.
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