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Anti-Grand Theft Auto Political Advocate Tragically Unfamiliar With Grand Theft Auto IV

Phil Villarreal of the Arizona Daily Star has interviewed a spokesman from the Parents Television Council, a group that is lobbying for a $5,000 fine against retailers who sell "M" rated games to youngsters, about the scourge that is Grand Theft Auto IV. It seems that the group's spokesperson isn't really all that familiar with the game... More »

4:59 PM on Thu May 8 2008
By Meg Marco
15,738 views, 70 comments

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How To Write To Congress

Writing to Congress is the single best way to express your view on public policy. The average consumer has a surprising ability to influence legislation by crafting a well written missive and avoiding several common mistakes.

Why Personal Letters Beat Form Letters
Don't get suckered in by the quick and easy "Write to Congress!" form letters littering the internet. Form letters are not an expression of values; they are a show of organizational strength. If the NRA convinces five million people to send letters opposing gun control, it shows that the NRA can muster five million people to action, not that five million people necessarily care about gun laws. Congressional offices know this and generally disregard form letters.

So what happens when you send a letter?

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9:30 AM on Sun Sep 23 2007
By Carey
18,321 views, 24 comments