Last week I called my Senator, Hatch Utah-R. I left a message with a staffer. Less than 2 hours later I had a phone conversation with his staffer who works with him on the Judiciary Committee. We had a very good conversation (he thought the gates searches were unnecessary). While we did not agree on everything it was a good conversation - to the point that he was going inquiry to the TSA as to why they felt (pun intended) the need to feel up PAX. I in turned promised to report on my Bos experience next week.

However, in general I have found the response letters which are typically written by staffers often to be lacking. As such, I find it better to call - as it wastes less time of my time.