Most of today's scripts are courtesy of Garrett Raczek
FEDERAL:
Repeal ‘Opportunity Zones’:
The Trump Administration’s 2017 “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” initiated an ‘opportunity zone’ program that predominantly benefits large developers at the expense of low-income communities. This program provides tax breaks to developers while leaving marginalized communities vulnerable to gentrification. Legislation has now been introduced to repeal the ‘opportunity zone’ program.
Details: https://www.newsweek.com/rep-rashida-tlaib-files-leglislation-repeal-opportunity-zone-tax-law-american-people-have-1473646
Script:
Hi, my name is ___________ and I'm a constituent from __________. I'm calling to express my support for H.R. 5252, the “Repeal Opportunity Zones Act of 2019”. Community development policies should prioritize the communities they are meant to serve rather than enriching large developers with tax breaks. Thank you for your time.
Federal Contact Numbers:
House Representative: https://www.house.gov/representatives/
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FEDERAL:
Call Your Congresspeople and Demand Impeachment:
We’ve had some time to absorb the details of the testimony, and nothing has changed. In fact, every day, we learn more about the abuses of power and the desperate attempts to obstruct justice. In addition, Trump is actively spreading disinformation which originated with Putin, including the blatantly false conspiracy theory that Ukraine interfered with the 2016 elections. Several GOP Congresspeople, including Louisiana Senator John Kennedy, are now actively pushing this disinformation.
Link:
https://www.msnbc.com/morning-joe/watch/gop-continues-pushing-ukraine-conspiracy-theory-74022981799
Script:
Hello, I am a constituent calling from ______________ to urge Rep./Sen. ______________ to support the impeachment of Donald Trump and his removal from office. There is now clear evidence that he withheld military aid for Ukraine to coerce them into announcing that they were investigating Hunter Biden. We also know that the Trump administration is doing everything it can to obstruct the investigation from going forward. Worse, Trump is once again holding back foreign aid that has already been allocated by Congress, this time for Lebanon. Thank you.
Federal Contact Numbers:
Thom Tillis: DC: (202) 224-6342
Richard Burr DC: (202) 224-3154
Tim Scott (SC): Washington, DC: 202-224-6121
Lindsey Graham (SC): Washington, DC: 202-224-5972
House: https://www.house.gov/representatives/
LOCAL:
Email New City/Town Council Members:
In the coming weeks, many municipalities will be swearing-in newly elected council members. This is a great time to contact your city/town council members to see where they stand on progressive issues such as: affordable housing, environmental preservation, immigrant rights, etc. Visit your local city/town website to find your council members’ contact information.
Email:
Hello, my
name is ___________ and I am a resident of ______________. I am writing to see
where you stand on the issue of _________. Thank you for your time.
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STATE:
Hold Amazon Accountable for NC Worker Safety:
With five North Carolina fulfillment centers and more on the way, Amazon has a responsibility to care for our NC workers. Recent investigative journalism pieces have added to the long list of instances in which Amazon prioritizes profits over people. Now that the holiday season is underway, let’s take a moment to stand with Amazon workers.
Details: https://www.revealnews.org/article/behind-the-smiles/
Script:
Hello, my
name is ___________ and I am a constituent from ______________. I am writing to
urge Rep./Sen. ___________ to hold Amazon accountable for the well-being of NC
workers. Reports have shown that the rate of serious injuries at Amazon fulfillment
centers is more than double the national average for the warehouse industry.
Please stand with those NC residents working at Amazon, especially during this
holiday season. Thank you for your time.
Link to NC House email addresses: https://www.ncleg.gov/Members/ContactInfo/H
Link to NC Senate email addresses: https://www.ncleg.gov/Members/ContactInfo/S
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