Call To Action: Monday, February 27, 2017
Donald Trump has nominated former Governor of Texas, Rick Perry, as Secretary of Energy. Perry is unfit for this position: he has supported the elimination of the Department of Energy. In addition, until his nomination, Perry has failed to show even a basic understanding of the primary function of the Department.
Maintaining our nuclear stockpile and overseeing nuclear proliferation efforts is far too important of a task for an unqualified political appointee. The vote is expected soon. Let’s call our Senators to (1) ensure a “no” vote and (2) ask them to protect our nuclear nonproliferation agreements, including the Iran Deal.
**ACTION 1: CALL SENATOR WYDEN**
Sample script
“My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], Oregon, zip code (–). First, I would like to thank Senator Wyden for his statement against Rick Perry’s nomination to lead the Department of Energy. I am concerned that, if confirmed, Perry will undo the nuclear nonproliferation agreements that keep Americans safe, including the Iran Deal. I am calling with two questions: First, I assume I can count on Senator Wyden to vote NO on Rick Perry’s confirmation? Second, will the Senator commit to voting against any attempt to undo the Iran Deal?”
**ACTION 2: CALL SENATOR MERKLEY**
Sample script
“My name is [–] and I’m a constituent from [city], Oregon, zip code (–). I am concerned about Rick Perry’s nomination for Secretary of Energy. Perry has supported the elimination of the Department, and he lacks knowledge of the Department’s work and responsibilities. I am concerned that, if confirmed, Perry will undo the nuclear nonproliferation agreements that keep Americans safe, including the Iran Deal. I am calling with two questions: First, I assume I can count on Senator Merkley to vote NO on Rick Perry’s confirmation? Second, will the Senator commit to voting against any attempt to undo the Iran Deal?”
**PHONE NUMBERS**
SENATOR WYDEN
Portland: (503) 326-7525
DC: (202) 224-5244
Salem: (503) 589-4555
Eugene: (541) 431-0229
Medford: (541) 858-5122
Bend: (541) 330-9142
SENATOR MERKLEY
Portland: (503) 326-3386
DC: (202) 224-3753
Salem: (503) 362-8102
Eugene: (541) 465-6750
Medford: (541) 608-9102