7 WAYS TO ADVOCATE FOR REPARATIONS

President Biden must direct Congress to propose and deliver to his desk a federally led and administered Reparations package that identifies a definite start date with no fixed ending date. President Biden must commit to seeing the Act faithfully executed. At minimum, the Reparations package should prioritize cash payments totaling $20 trillion to American Descendants of Slavery (ADOS). Together with targeted policies and protections, the redistributive measures will be ongoing and must remain in effect until—at the very least—the wealth gap between white Americans and ADOS is closed. Here are 7 ways you can help advocate for reparations.

TEXT
Text banking is an easy way to connect with supporters on the go. Use the script below to start having the conversation with your friends and family now.

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You: The only way to make this happen is if our congressmember supports it. If you go to this link you can email her directly.

Them: I’ll do that for sure.

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2. SIGN

Signing a petition helps us show how much people-power we have. Fill out the form below to join thousands of others across the country who support reparations.

Name

First Name

Last Name

Email

I support reparations for U.S. American Descendants of Slavery.

Strongly Support

Support

Somewhat Support

3. WRITE

A hand-written letter to your elected official is an intimate way to tell your personal story. Some questions are below to help you write yours.

Intro

What’s special about you or your story that can hook your congressmember in?

Beginning

Setting

Characters

Background

Middle

Climax

End

Resolution

Outro

Moral

How does this relate to reparations?

What action can your congressmember take?

Name

Congressional District

Address

4. RALLY

A mass gathering of people can help you reach new supporters. The tips below will help you rally for reparations.

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5. CALL

Phone banking is an easy way to get involved from home. Use the script below to start calling your friends and family today.

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6. POST

Help us reach new supports by posting on social media.

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7. EMAIL

Contact your Congressmember directly by email to advocate for reparations legislation.

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