Name: Political change with pen and paper
Uploaded: 2010-04-23T08:24:00Z
Duration: 5 min 50 s
Description: Want your local politician to pay attention to an issue you care about? Send a monthly handwritten letter, says former mayor Omar Ahmad -- it's more effective than email, phone, or even writing a check. He shares four steps to writing a letter that works.

Want your local politician to pay attention to an issue you care about? Send a monthly handwritten letter, says former mayor Omar Ahmad -- it's more effective than email, phone, or even writing a check. He shares four steps to writing a letter that works.

Omar Ahmad: Political change with pen and paper

Political change with pen and paper

Handwritten letters stand as a powerful tool in politics, transcending digital noise to foster genuine dialogue with officials.

A consistent, monthly handwritten note to elected representatives promises engagement and influence on pressing issues within three months.

Mastering political influence involves handwritten letters, respecting officials, attacking tactics over people, and offering solutions.