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Old Nov 19, 2010 | 9:47 pm
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sheneh
 
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Originally Posted by Lobbyist
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Again -- the best way is to have your local airport board members and city councilmen in the airport jurisdiction fight the fight for you. Politicians listen to other politicians and your local airport board member will get a return call from a Congressman. Find these people who support your cause. They are out there.

If you are planning a trip to Sacramento for business, call and speak with the local Chamber president. They will be able to get through to those who matter. Sorry to spoil the party but your federal elected officials could care less.
Fair enough, I won't waste my time, but what do they rely on to assess their constituency?

It's not hard to see public opinion turning, though it might be difficult to parse out different constituencies. Truthfully I think the movement may be too big to organize.
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