The Power of Suggestion
Today was, well, frantic like every other day.
My mom received a campaign contribution from a political colleague who wrote that he sent her funds because he respected the way she thought through issues and then voted (and not the other way around). He sent his contribution with some advise about issues ranging from immigration to the expansion of global trade and the opening of US markets. I thought, “what a smart man.” He did not just say, “your great here is my money.” Instead he asked her to consider his position on several issues. This is such an effective way to support candidates. He didn’t just give, he also opened a dialogue with his would-be representative. I think to best be served contributors should give policy suggestions to candidates. How else is a candidate to know what issues are most important to supporters (and although no one can please everyone all the time) or what positions citizens (would-be constituents) feel will take America in the best direction?
This whole post could have been articulated more concisely by simply saying: If you want your voice to be heard you have to use it.