Call Scripts
Issue: Prioritizing Billionaires over Constituents
“Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I’m a constituent from [Your City/Town].
I’m calling today to express my deep dissatisfaction with Representative Baird’s record of prioritizing the interests of billionaires and large corporations over the needs of his constituents.
His voting and sponsorship of bills demonstrate a clear disregard for the well-being of the people he represents. His policies have contributed to large disparities in wealth in our district, giving billions of dollars to the 1%.
Therefore, I believe that Representative Baird should resign immediately. His actions are not in line with the interests of the people of District 4 and I, along with many other constituents, have lost faith in his ability to represent us fairly.
I urge you to pass this message along to Jim Baird. Thank you for your time.”
Issue: Not supporting Farmers like he claims
“Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I’m a constituent from [Your City/Town].
I’m calling today to express my deep dissatisfaction with Representative Baird’s neglect of hard working Farmers in our district. He cut $30 Billion in conservation programs to help our Farmers with climate change and he blocked emergency funding for bird flu work. While he claims to support farmers, his actions show that he is more than willing to throw them under the bus for his own interests, like giving tax cuts to billionaires.
Therefore, I believe that Representative Baird should resign immediately. His actions are not in line with the interests of the people of District 4 and I, along with many other constituents, have lost faith in his ability to represent us fairly.
I urge you to pass this message along to Jim Baird. Thank you for your time.”
Important Notes:
- Be polite but firm: Even though you’re expressing dissatisfaction, maintain a respectful tone.
- Be specific: Cite specific votes or actions to back up your claims. You can find this information on websites like GovTrack, Congress.gov, or OpenSecrets.
- Personalize it: Add your own personal experiences or concerns to make the call more impactful.
- Keep it concise: Staffers often handle many calls, so keep your message clear and to the point.
- Follow up: Consider sending a written letter or email to reinforce your message.
- Record the call: If possible, keep a record of the date, time, and the staff member you spoke with.
- Organize: coordinate with local groups and friends to call on the same day to make a larger impact.
- Be prepared for pushback: Staffers may try to defend their boss’s record. Be prepared to respond with facts and evidence.