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What is the latest way to reach your congressional representative?

Answer: text-to-bot-to-representative

The year 2016 rekindled a fire in the hearts and minds of the American voter, but unfortunately, making sure your voice is heard in a sea of other viewpoints is easier said than done. Luckily Resistbot wants to help out.

Rather than phoning, emailing or mailing your message to members of Congress, the donation-fueled bot takes user-generated text messages and delivers them to the appropriate representative. According to the Resistbot website, congressional staffers have confirmed that the messages are getting through, potentially dispelling the myth that only certain forms of communication really work to get your voice heard. 

 

Eyragon Eidam is the web editor for Government Technology magazine, after previously serving as assistant news editor and covering such topics as legislation, social media and public safety. He can be reached at eeidam@erepublic.com.