Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

steventh

(2,156 posts)
Sat Jan 5, 2019, 08:05 PM Jan 2019

Dear Senator Burr

I recently wrote an email to Senator Burr about the government shutdown (see below).

https://www.burr.senate.gov/contact/email

Have any of you had dealings with him or positive responses from him? Is it worthwhile contacting him about issues of concern? My only contact with his office was a couple of phone calls years ago on behalf of a client. His Winston-Salem office Administrative Assistant did help the client.

I oppose shutting down the government. Not only because of the adverse effects it will soon have on me personally, but because of the hardship it is causing so many other citizens. I request that you urge Speaker Mitch McConnell to bring the recent House budget bills to the Senate floor for a vote. Mr. McConnell's reported belief that the president may veto the legislation is no excuse for failing to allow our duly elected senators like you an opportunity to vote
.
5 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Dear Senator Burr (Original Post) steventh Jan 2019 OP
Anytime I send a letter to one of my Senators I get a form letter in return. They could care less redstateblues Jan 2019 #1
No responses from him...ever. Nevermypresident Jan 2019 #2
I just wrote to Portman this morning about the same thing. Ohiogal Jan 2019 #3
I have a question and Burr's name made me think of it dem4decades Jan 2019 #4
I admire you for your effort. littlemissmartypants Jan 2019 #5

Ohiogal

(34,536 posts)
3. I just wrote to Portman this morning about the same thing.
Sat Jan 5, 2019, 08:26 PM
Jan 2019

The first time I wrote to him his office sent me back a form letter... the next 20 or so times I wrote, nada. They don’t give a crap.

dem4decades

(11,886 posts)
4. I have a question and Burr's name made me think of it
Sat Jan 5, 2019, 08:37 PM
Jan 2019

Burr has received a huge amount of NRA money, does NRA money actually mean Russian money?

littlemissmartypants

(25,309 posts)
5. I admire you for your effort.
Sat Jan 5, 2019, 10:38 PM
Jan 2019

Richard Burr is a money grubbing vampire. He has done little for the people of North Carolina besides keep a seat warm and focus on getting rich.

The interesting part is that his wife is a millionaire, in her own right, so he essentially could have been a stay at home, millionaire dad.

His claim to fame, aside from his wealth, will be his stealthy ability to fly under the radar long enough to retire.

I usually forgo writing and call. It makes me feel better when I get to talk to a live person.

He's retiring at the end of his term. I'm hoping that he's indicted. He's worthless as a public servant.

You can find his help at 202 224 3154. They are usually very polite.

Latest Discussions»Region Forums»North Carolina»Dear Senator Burr