Even if you don't attend committee meetings you can still lend your support to a letter writing campaign or telephone tree. Write a letter to the editor in your local newspaper. This is an excellent sounding board to help educate the public about a cause. Testify at a hearing. Legislative and Congressional committees often hold hearings to gather support and expert opinions while drafting legislation.
Family caregivers can provide compelling stories of their daily struggle in caring for a loved one.
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