Lobbying 101

Presented by Judy Erickson, Conservation Strategies, Inc.

The world is run by those who show up.

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Key Strategies and Tools

Grass Roots Strategy

Public Relations Strategy

Coalition Strategy

Do’sKnow the legislative processKnow the key playersKnow your factsBe honestBe willing to work hardBe patientGet to the point when meeting with a legislator or

testifying before a committeeFollow through and be responsive

Be Courteous

Be Polite

Say Thank You!

DON’TS!!!!!Don’t be over zealous!

Don’t ramble on and on in response to a question!

Don’t correct a legislator in front of a group of other legislators or in public!

Don’t threaten them!

Email Etiquette One Issue per email – Brief

Issue in Subject LineState up front if you are a constituent

Outline issue – Why concerns? Why support?Suggest action and whyOffer to be of assistance

Don’t threatenThank them for time

Include contact information

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