Obama contact information-- Urge him to vote against FISA bill

[Darth_Ole]

Hey, gang... Even if Obama manages to get the retroactive immunity provision removed from the upcoming FISA vote, this bill is barely palatable. Let him know you want him to oppose the Democrats' caving to the Bush administration. This vote is coming soon, so act now!

To reach the campaign headquarters, you can call or write:

[phone]

Obama for America
P.O. Box 8102
Chicago, IL 60680

This link takes you directly to the on-line submission form for the campaign:

http://my.barackobama.com/page/s/contact2

These are for his Senate offices in Washington and Chicago:

Washington D.C. Office
713 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510
[phone]
[phone] fax
(202 228-1404 TDD

Chicago Office
John C. Kluczynski Federal Office Building
230 South Dearborn St.
Suite 3900 (39th floor)
Chicago, Illinois 60604
[phone]
[phone] fax
Toll free: [phone]
(for IL residents only)

http://obama.senate.gov/contact/

[tabatha]

1. His lawyers have been looking at it all day.

Hopefully they have a plan.

[Cha]

22. Did you read that, tabatha?

Thanks!

[tabatha]

30. Yes, but I don't have a link. I should have saved it.

[babylonsister]

2. Thanks; I submitted my gripe into 'crime', as it seemed applicable:

every little bit helps.

[spag68]

3. Fisa bill

You are being foolish if you think he is going to vote against this flawed piece of crap known as the FISA bill. Also no one noticed that the funding for renewables was defeated. I think I've cast my last vote, as it seems so futile. After more then 50 years as a labor advocate, I've seen and had many losing battles, but it seems now is the time to just enjoy my retirement. MY senators and my rep. have received many e-mails, but the energy is now gone. It's been good to converse on these pages, however enough is enough. Good luck in the battles ahead.

[Zachstar]

18. Lets give it one last try!

I'm not going to seriously support democrats this year but the chance for Obama to regain my respect is well worth the call to his campaign.


There just may be some ability to grow a spine in him! Lets try to help it grow!

Lets ask him to Fillibuster and shut down this bill!

[midnight]

4. Thanks for info.

[FrenchieCat]

5. I did that. Hearfelt.

Thanks.

[Hope And Change]

6. Thanks!

[malletgirl02]

7. thanks

Will do. If it ok with I am going to share this information

[blondeatlast]

8. Call your own Senators, too, while you're at it. I called McCain and Kyl even though

I know they'll do the wrong thing; at least I can say I did it.

Obama isn't the only person in the Senate--just sayin'.

[Breeze54]

9. I actually HAVE to "URGE" him to Vote against it?! --- WTF??

:wtf:

I thought he was "the most LIBERAL" Senator?

Why the HELL should it EVEN BE a question?!?

:grr: :mad:

:puke:

[Bluerthanblue]

10. because this isn't a spectator sport-

is letting him know your feelings all that much to ask????

:shrug:

he's become the lightning rod for a LOT of peoples pent up frustrations.

He is, I'm sure you realize- only human.

peace~

[Breeze54]

13. Yes and I feel like HE'S the spectator that I have to "URGE' him to do the right thing!!!

How hard is that for him? He preaches about 'doing the right thing' all the time!!!

:mad:

[Bluerthanblue]

14. we all need feedback- otherwise we wouldn't bother posting at DU

seriously- is it really too much for you to do, to let him know exactly how you feel about his FISA stand, and why???

No one is a mind-reader. And as much as YOU think "there shouldn't be any question" - that is kind of .... narrow-minded.

Give him the benefit of your perspective. If you have as much passion as you clearly do, he needs to hear it. FROM YOU- Americans are very lazy people when it comes to politics. We let the media serve us sound bites, hear snippets of statements and make judgements. And 'assume' that those we elect, will know and do, what WE as individuals want done.-

If you let him know exactly how you feel and why, you will have done what you personally can. That isn't too much for any one to do. If it is, we really don't understand what a democratic country involves.
:hi:
peace~

[Breeze54]

15. He claims to be a 'liberal'... I'm a LIBERAL. What's to talk about?

Get on with it..... he needs to show some gumption, imho!

Just vote, dam it!!

Am I going to have to go through this every time a critical vote comes up, like this one?

:shrug:

I'm not narrow minded at all. I KNOW where I stand!!

[Bluerthanblue]

16. I'm a liberal too- and you and I don't see eye->eye

on everything.

Maybe hearing your perspective will help me understand why we don't- But you can't expect me to simply know it-

And if you disagree with a stand he's taking, he isn't going to know you do, unless YOU TELL HIM.

If you honestly believe there is a candidate anywhere in this life that will do everything you want done, then let me know when you are announcing your candidacy-

honestly- I don't disagree that FISA most especially "immunity clad" FISA is not what I believe is best for this country.

I don't agree that Obama should know WHY you- Breeze54- feel as you do, or how vital this is to you, without your feedback.

:hi:

peace~

[Breeze54]

17. As a liberal, it should be in Obama's bones!! His DNA! His Conscience!!

I really do NOT understand why you and Obama do not GET THAT!!! :wow:

FISA, as it stands, has stripped AMERICANS of their 4th Amendment Rights, per the Constitution!!

Isn't Obama a Constitutional Professor? How can I understand this and he doesn't?!? :wtf:

Are you getting my drift now?!?

[Catherina]

12. It bothers me too but I called yesterday and was very forceful about it

We have to hold their feet to the fire. He's in a tough spot but I still expect him to do the right thing. I don't think he realizes how important this issue is to us and how important it is that he not fail this first crucial test for the netroots and all Americans concerned about the constitution who flocked to him from other parties too.

[Bluerthanblue]

11. this is really good positive action-

sure beats bitching and moaning.

Yes WE can!

If we don't make our thoughts known, we- are not doing our own part.

Thanks for the contact info-

peace~

[blondeatlast]

19. Edit: Once can be enough; I repeated myself. But really, call your own Senaors. Thanks. nt

[Radical Activist]

23. Its as though people think Obama can single handedly decide what happens to the bill.

[retread]

26. Or think he should show leadership? n/t

[blondeatlast]

27. Leaders can't do it alone. Have you e-mailed your Senators yet? nt

[blondeatlast]

28. Odd, isn't it? It almost sounds like the tactics the Religious Right used for years... nt

[tomg]

20. Thanks for the info. Just sent off

my letters. In fact, I asked him to lead a filibuster(seriously, I very strongly support Obama, sent him money three days ago, but this has me uneasy). Actually, while I understand the political calculations involved (dems don't want to be painted as weak on terror - Christ what bullshit), I think that that is a very serious tacticalmiscalculation on their part.

Take the morality/constitutionality out of it, it a) really ticks off the progressives; b)has borderline libertarians who are (otherwise) sane being pushed to Barr; c) gets independents considering bailing on the election ( the pox on both their houses bit - short-sighted yes, but); d) could have some people who are not really up on things politically simply seeing telecoms doing something illegal and then getting away with it.



edit: typo and took out a very

[Jazzgirl]

21. I filled out the online form at his website.

I so hope he doesn't support this bill.....

[Cha]

24. Thanks Darth Ole!

This is invaluble!

[EFerrari]

25. Thank you! n/t

[slipslidingaway]

29. I called his office after his statement, he still intends to vote

for the bill.

:(

But more calls might make him rethink, so do not give up til it's over.

:hi:

Thanks for posting.