Apr 26 2013
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Lol Congress: Day 33

It’s been a 22-day dry spell, but I’ve heard from another one.

Dear xxxx,

I wanted to write and let you know that the Congressman received your letter, and he wanted me to respond personally.  Thank you pointing out the importance in the way which terms used to describe those who are mentally ill cause stigmas.  As you know, there have been different words used throughout history to describe different groups of people that are insensitive or inappropriate.  Hopefully, over time, all these terms will be removed from legislative statutes.

Best,
Liz

Legislative Assistant
Office of Congressman E

*eye roll*

In replying to this fluffy, stupid, brush-off email, I curtly asked if I should interpret this response on Congressman E’s behalf as disinterest and I’d be better served pursuing other avenues to get this accomplished. Her response:

xxxx,
Regardless of the work that the Congressman decides to do on this issue, I would be exploring as many avenues as possible.  I will be doing some research on the topic and then talking with him about it.  I’ll need a few weeks to do research.  I won’t know if it’s a topic he’ll want to pursue until I talk to him, but I do know that mental health issues are important to him.  Federal legislation takes quite some time to produce, introduce, etc.  For instance, I’ve been working on a bill since December that has yet to be introduced—it’s important to get it right.  I can be back in touch once I have had a chance to do research and talk with the Congressman.
Liz

It will be a pleasant surprise to hear from Congressman E’s office again.  In the interim, May 25 will mark two months allowed for my state and federal representatives to respond. At that time, I will pursue other avenues…whatever those may be.

PS There isn’t a business professional out there who wouldn’t get shit-canned if it took two months to respond to correspondence. *exasperated eye roll*

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