Be Informed! Get Involved!

It all begins at the Grass Roots and that means it begins with YOU!

We can show you how to by clicking on one of the links to get started! Check in with this page and the Hot Races links to get updates on upcoming races in Wisconsin!

And don't be afraid to discuss an issue or candidate with your friends and family. Just engage in a very friendly conversation by asking some simple questions. For example, if there is an important election coming up, it's as easy as 1-2-3! to start!

1. "Have you decided on who you are voting for in the election next month?"

2. "What made up your mind?"

3. "That's very interesting. The issue of (insert issue here) is very important to me and so I am voting for (insert name) because of where they stand and their record."

Just being able to effectively communicate your point, the facts and your reasons, helps others to better understand the issue.

So start being informed and getting involved. Grass Roots works and starts with you!

GET INFORMED!

THE HOW TO: Write a Letter To The Editor

10 STEPS THAT WILL GET YOUR LETTER PUBLISHED

Do we want an Obama Administration? No! That is why National Federation of Republican Women is sponsoring a letter-to-the-editor campaign entitled, Focus on Election 2008! We are asking all our members to write letters to their local newspapers on issues important to you! A letter to the editor provides an excellent opportunity for you to advocate a message in your own words. Follow 10 steps that will get your letter published.

If your letter gets published, please notify NFRW at political@nfrw.org for possible use in our newsletters and magazine. Good luck, and get out an important message!

1. Make sure to use talking points
NFRW offers weekly talking points that will help you establish your letter! www.gop.com and www.johnmcccain.com also offers talking points online.

2. Make sure it has an interesting opening
Your first sentence should capture the attention of the editor. Additionally, the first sentence needs to explain why you are writing!

3. Make it short
Generally speaking use less than 200 words. Newspapers limit the number of words that can be printed in each section.

4. Make it simple
Pick one topic, stay focused and on-point.

5. Make it personal
Tell the editor how this affects you, your family, your community, etc.

6. Make it relevant and timely
Write a letter that is relevant! Make sure you are responding to a current event.

7. Make sure you check your grammar and spelling
Check to make sure your spelling is correct and that the submission is grammatically accurate.

8. Make sure to include contact information
Always include your contact information. All too often special interest groups are sending form letters to the editor. Make it known that you are a concerned citizen.

9. Make sure you submit it multiple ways
Be savvy, use e-mail, fax and mail to get your message delivered. You can find contact information by going to http://www.gop.com/ActionCenter/WriteNewspapers/

10. Follow up
Call them to follow up on your letter.

Did Your Letter Get Published?
If your letter gets published, please notify NFRW at political@nfrw.org for possible use in our newsletters and magazine. Good luck, and get out an important message!
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Be Informed! Get Involved!It all begins at the Grass Roots and that means it begins with YOU!

GET INFORMED!

THE HOW TO: Write a Letter To The Editor

Be Informed! Get Involved!

It all begins at the Grass Roots and that means it begins with YOU!