For those who feel that Trump's ascendance to our nation's most revered office is illegitimate, then please take today to make a final call to your MoCs to request that they do not attend. It's a symbolic stand, but it is also a litmus test for which of them are truly willing to stand up for what the people want and who are merely business-as-usual politicians.
Here's the script:
If you get a live person:
I am calling to see whether Senator/Representative ___________________ will be attending tomorrow's Inauguration ceremonies.If the answer is YES, say:
I'm sorry to hear that. Please let the Senator/Representative know that I disagree with that decision and would like him/her to stand up for what is right and not participate in this event.If the answer is NO, say:
That is great to hear! Please let the Senator/Representative know that I appreciate his/her decision to stand up for what is right. What will she/he be doing instead?If the staffer says that they aren't sure, say:
I'm sorry to hear that. Would you please take my name and number and let me know when the Senator/Representative has announced a decision?They won't call you back, of course, but it's always good to ask.
If you have to resort to voicemail or email, use this script:
I am calling/writing to ask that Senator/Representative _______________ stand up for what's right and NOT participate in the inauguration of an illegitimately elected president. I understand that some want to see a "peaceful transfer of power." While bloodless, this coup has been anything but peaceful, and to participate in the ceremony as a member of the audience is tantamount to endorsement. I will be looking for the Senator/Representative's name on the list of those who are boycotting.Enjoy the last day of the Obama era!
Yours in solidarity.
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