Before reacting to a problem you have with someone, talk with him or her to find out if there really is a problem. Chances are that there really is no problem, just misunderstanding or difference in perception.
I called Representative Howard Coble (DC Phone: 202-225-3065) to express my desire that he vote against the additional $87 BILLION for BushCo’s Iraq fiasco. I spoke with a real live person who took my message, name and address and thanked me for the call. Cool, though I don’t expect him to vote against a fellow Republican.
Then I called Senator John R. Edwards (DC Phone: 202-224-3154). I got his voicemail system and left a message stating my opinion and contact info. OK.
Next I called Senator Elizabeth Dole (DC Phone: 202-224-6342). My call was answered by an automated attendant, stating her office opened @ 8:30 AM. That was at 8:45 AM Eastern. I called at 8:55 & 9:00 and got same message with no option to leave a voicemail. Impressive. I called once more (before posting this) at 9:10 and actually spoke with someone. After informing her (nicely) of the calls I had attempted and their times and suggesting the use of phonemail, I gave her my message and such. She was nice and professional. Still, I’m not impressed with Senator Dole’s office and, of course, I don’t expect her to vote against BushCo.
