Members doing the ‘Write’
Thing
So far, more than a dozen PEF members have participated in PEF’s Do the
“Write” Thing campaign by writing to the editors of their local newspapers.
PEF President Ken Brynien said it’s a good start, but more letters are
needed.
“PEF, as a union, has the responsibility to protect and promote the work our
members do. In times, such as now, when the state is experiencing a major
fiscal crisis, we need the involvement of our members more than ever,”
Brynien said.
The purpose of this statewide campaign is to get the word out to as many
newspapers and online venues as possible. When you read an article or
editorial, or hear a news report that attacks the state work force, respond.
“As one taxpayer to another, we need to remind the public about the
essential services our members provide,” Brynien said.
You can participate in the campaign by sending a letter to your local
newspaper, e-mailing it to political blogs or calling a talk show.
If you are writing a letter, keep it under 250 words. Focus on a specific
point that highlights a member or the specific services he provides.
Everyone is concerned about money. Write about how PEF members in your
agency save the state millions, as compared to the cost of private
consultants.
After your letter is written, you can send it to PEF to be proofed before
you submit it to a newspaper. If you do so, PEF will send you a Do The
“Write” Thing pen, as a token of appreciation for your help. You can e-mail
your letters to Deborah Miles at
dmiles@pef.org.