Filibuster Alito: Call Harry, Chuck, Diane, and all your Sens: 18004268073

[feelthebreeze]

Call em now folks. Lines are busy and the opposition is working hard. Believe me that just because your Sen is a Repub, that doesn't mean you don't call. Demand filibuster. Let them hear you.

[thinkingwoman]

1. I called both of mine

in Indiana that's Lugar and Bayh.

I told Lugar's office that I understood that a vote against Alito would be tough given party loyalty but that loyalty to country was more important.

I also focused on Alito's lie to the former committee about recusal and his endless string of excuses during this round of hearings. I said it showed a lack of honesty and integrity which are critical attributes for a lifetime appointment.

And I gave my name.

Call your Republican Senators. You are their constituents too.

[Straight Shooter]

3. I just called and spoke with Wyden's office.

A very courteous staffer took the call. He informed me that Wyden had not yet made a decision. :eyes:

So, I told him that I wanted Wyden to do whatever it takes to keep Alito off the Supreme Court, including filibuster.

The staffer thanked me and asked me for my zip code, which I gave him. (I'm in Oregon; Wyden's my Senator.) He then proceeded to end the call and I said, "Wait a minute, please. One more thing: Tell Senator Wyden that if he supports Alito, I will no longer support him."

Thanks for this number, feelthebreeze.

edit: correction of OP name. I called Smith's office, too. "He hasn't made a decision," said the staffer. No doubt to prevent an onslaught of angry calls. I know where Smith stands, Mr. Corporate himself.

[Proud_Lefty]

2. Just called Ben Nelson's Office

Staffer was nice, but confirmed that Mr. Nelson is voting for Judge Alito's confirmation. How about everyone sending Mr. Nelson the want ads? Think he'll get the message?

[feelthebreeze]

4. I love that idea!

[Proud_Lefty]

5. I've written everyone on my list

and people are excited about doing it. Pass the word along.