Activism Alert! Senate Outreach Project - Time is Short, Need Help!

After the events unfolded in the late session of Congress and by the valiant efforts made by a handful of Senators; We, as American citizens, are left with the greatest opportunity in over a decade to end the PATRIOT Act's unconstitutional and (Court Ruled) illegal warantless mass collection of our private and personal data.

So! We're gonna dig in and get the ball rolling on some easy and effective activism we can do from now until Sunday (May 31st) to help show our support for those whom have already made the first crucial and necessary steps in restoring and defending our 4th Amendment Rights. These Senators will be subject to extreme pressure this entire week from the Executive branch, intelligence industry lobbyists and even their fellow peers. It will be very crucial for us, as voters, to get a resounding message of support to those public officials who stand in favor of our personal liberties.

We need all the help we can get collaborating everyone's efforts to contact Senators with phone calls and email letters. Anyone that wants to do some quick and effective grassroots work to ensure a constant flow of public pressure for ending the PATRIOT Act's Section 215, is encouraged to use and share ~ THIS DOCUMENT ~ It will be used as a Central Hub of information where we can record our progress, easily share with others and encourage everyone to get involved and exercise their Rights as voters in this very important moment.

Since it is a holiday vacation, there is a 99% chance you will be speaking/writing to an underpaid (if paid at all) intern or aide. Despite the contentious nature of politics, it is important when delivering your message to be clear, courteous and respectful. They will take your message and pass it along to the Senator when he/she is available.

**If you feel strongly about this effort, but aren't sure of political phrasing or the technical details regarding Section 215: We will have some template messages on the first page of <This Project Thread> to get an idea of what to information to include or simply use word for word**

How to get Started!

1. Open the document link and locate, if applicable, your State Senator. If they aren't included or highlighted in RED, perhaps you would like to take this opportunity to respectfully let them know your disappointment with them as a representative. While it may not be the most effective use of our time, it can be quite fulfilling.
   
2. When you find your state US Senator(s) use the contact information provided to make a phone call. It will take all of 1-2 minutes and will quickly become easier and less awkward the more frequently you do. If it's your Senator, at the end of your message include a name and county along with mentioning votes you've cast for them (or future considerations).
   
3. After you've made a call or email, please take the time to change the previous number in the corresponding [# of Contacts] column to reflect your contribution to this group effort. Being able to quantitatively see everyone working together as we influence change.
   
4. If you've called your own Senators, but still want to do even more, (you MVP, you) then take this time to find BLUE Senators and call them to leave a simple thank you.
   
5. The last step and arguably most important is sharing this message. Forums, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr and even your friends and family. Don't let the message stop at you, spread Liberty like wild fire.

If you've come this far and you're excited to do what you can (Even if its a single phone call) Then we're glad to have you standing with us. It is the small efforts that all of us can do together that will make this successful.

If you are beginning to resonate with Rand Paul as a possible presidential candidate you would consider supporting, feel free to stop by RonPaulForums.com and take a look at all the information, ask questions and get involved with activism efforts like this one.