Each of us has countless opportunities to spread the word, whether it’s in the grocery store line, across the circulation desk or backyard fence. A letter or phone call to the right person can be the deciding factor. Remember, you can make a difference.
- Look for opportunities to voice your support. Write a letter to the editor. Call into a radio talk show.
- Attend hearings on library-related matters. Ask questions and voice your opinions.
- Write or call legislators and decision-makers to let them know you want them to support libraries. Send a letter.
- Participate in state and national Library Legislative Days.
- Recruit your family, friends, coworkers and neighbors to show their support.
- Support candidates who support the library. Give money. Vote for them.
- Don’t give up. Advocacy is about persistence.