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Form Letter to U.S. Senators: Oppose DOGE Spending Cuts

Charles U. Farley, Lulu Shipman

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Form Letter to U.S. Senators: Oppose DOGE Spending Cuts

We still have the chance to oppose DOGE and what's left of Elon's bullshit. Below is a form letter we've drafted and instructions on how to contact your Senators. This is an easy process, which should only take you about 5 minutes. Give them hell!

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Date]

The Honorable [Senator’s Full Name]
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510

Dear Senator [Last Name],

I am writing as your constituent to urge you to oppose the proposed $9.4 billion in spending cuts currently under consideration in the Senate, which would eliminate funding for public media and critical foreign aid programs. As highlighted in recent news, these cuts—driven by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and the Trump administration—would rescind nearly $1.1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and over $8 billion from humanitarian and global health initiatives.

Public broadcasting is a vital resource for millions of Americans, especially in rural and under-served communities. Local public radio and television stations provide essential news, educational programming, and emergency information. Many stations, particularly those serving Native American and tribal communities, rely almost entirely on federal support and face closure if these funds are withdrawn.

The foreign aid cuts would devastate programs that combat HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other diseases, provide emergency shelter and clean water to refugees, and support economic and democratic development in strategically important countries. These initiatives are not only humanitarian but also serve U.S. interests by promoting global stability and preventing the spread of disease and conflict.

I am deeply concerned that these cuts are being rushed through using a rarely used process that bypasses the usual bipartisan safeguards. This approach undermines the Senate’s tradition of cooperation and threatens programs with broad, longstanding support from both parties.

I respectfully urge you to vote NO on the DOGE rescissions package. Please stand up for public media, lifesaving global health programs, and responsible, bipartisan budgeting.

Thank you for your attention to this critical matter.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

How to Find Your Senator

  • Visit Congress.gov: Use the “Find Your Member by Address” tool to enter your address and identify your two U.S. Senators and their contact information.
  • Alternative: Go to the official U.S. Senate “Contacting U.S. Senators” page, where you can search by state.

Instructions for Sending the Form Letter

  1. Go to Your Senator’s Official Website:
    • Find the website through Congress.gov or the Senate’s contact page.
  2. Locate the Contact or Email Form:
    • Most senators have an online form under “Contact” or “Email.”
  3. Fill Out the Form:
    • Enter your full name, address, and email (to verify you are a constituent).
    • Paste your letter into the message field.
    • Select the relevant topic (e.g., “Budget,” “Public Broadcasting,” or “Foreign Aid”).
  4. Submit Your Letter:
    • Review your information and submit.
    • You may receive a confirmation or a reply from the senator’s office.

Tips:

  • Personalize your message for greater impact.
  • Keep your letter concise and focused.
  • Encourage others to send their own letters and share their stories.

Your advocacy can make a difference in protecting vital public services and upholding responsible governance!