I just called Congressman Sam Graves‘s office to ask about highway funding and the young man told me I didn’t know understand which district I live in and then hung up on me. Here’s Sam’s Kansas City number if you have any questions about highway funding: 816.792.3976 - ThreadSky

piperformissouri.bsky.social • 2 days ago

I just called Congressman Sam Graves‘s office to ask about highway funding and the young man told me I didn’t know understand which district I live in and then hung up on me.

Here’s Sam’s Kansas City number if you have any questions about highway funding: 816.792.3976

Comments

allantwarren.bsky.social•2 days ago

That young man will end up high in some future administration. Speaker of the House, vice president? 🤷🏽‍♂️🤭

eyeswideo.bsky.social•2 days ago

I just called and got voicemail…chicken shit 💩

temper10.bsky.social•2 days ago

Pothole mayor Pete cut all that

fotr-fan.bsky.social•2 days ago

I read that when we call their office we are getting an unpaid intern and they pass only the # of calls not the content of the calls. If we don't call their direct assistance then the information doesn't get passed on?

very-mary.bsky.social•2 days ago

I ask them to record me.

fauxrrari1.bsky.social•2 days ago

offer to show up in person, too, if they appear unwilling on the phone. They VASTLY prefer to deal with a phone call over a person in their face.

tphillips059.bsky.social•2 days ago

Dealt with him a couple times , just a rude obnoxious pos.

dog-cat5.bsky.social•2 days ago

My R representative loves to tell me that I’m listening to too much democrat fear mongering. Totally losing the plot that we do our homework.

1of81million-kc.bsky.social•2 days ago

Tell them you're an Independent & swing both ways & right now their not getting any (votes?)

dog-cat5.bsky.social•2 days ago

And I have all my life explored the candidates not the affiliation just like my parents before me.

dog-cat5.bsky.social•2 days ago

Probably why it’s extra insulting that we are written off as just being the ‘others’ they can dismiss as I have told his office.

chuckmcginn.bsky.social•2 days ago

You want a guy to call repeatedly from Florida? 😉

piperformissouri.bsky.social•2 days ago

Honestly, Sam is one of the chairs of the infrastructure committee. He has everything to do with roads in Florida.

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•2 days ago

https://indivisible.org/resource/why-you-should-not-call-members-who-arent-yours

chuckmcginn.bsky.social•2 days ago

I hear ya.

curtistinkers.com•1 day ago

Idk, I've contacted other Reps and Senators on related committees about HIV funding, needle exchange prohibitions, and other HIV-related public health matters that affect Americans nationwide and they were responsive. Is this article more correct than my experience? Or is there maybe nuance to it?

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•1 day ago

Article was written by Indivisible, which was created by people who worked as staffers for Congressional representatives

curtistinkers.com•1 day ago

Sure, but I've never met a hard and fast rule that didn't have edge cases. Their constituents don't call them about HIV stuff. I've spent hours on the phone with staffers from other States that called me back to walk them through the tangible benefits of funding HIV prevention and treatment.

leohorishny.bsky.social•2 days ago

By this metric, if your MoC is in a district that will NEVER ever not be red, don’t call: your voice and vote already means less than zero to that seat warming weasel, so Democrats “flooding the zone” to his/her office only affects the junior fascist telephone intern who tunes you out anyway. 🤨

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•2 days ago

It’s called the House of REPRESENTATIVES. If they don’t Represent you, they don’t care. If they don’t represent you, if you don’t vote for them, your opinion on anything is meaningless. Please read the indivisible article I posted. Indivisible are people who worked in Congress

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•2 days ago

Democrats from out of state “flooding the zone” is a waste of time, and can backfire. Please read all of the info on this topic shared by Indivisible. They know, because they worked in Congress

https://indivisible.org/resource/why-you-should-not-call-members-who-arent-yours

n1ghtmarica.bsky.social•1 day ago

(It only sucks whenever you don't have the right accent...and get self-conscious--you know)

jb.dunesong.org•2 days ago

Yet they'll happily take our money or talk with lobbyists who aren't their constituents.

I don't usually call other members of Congress, but I also don't buy such an absolute prohibition.

bobbinponytail.bsky.social•2 days ago

Anything absolute gets the side-eye as far as I’m concerned.👍🏾

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•2 days ago

Please read article put out by Indivisible. These are people who worked in Congress. It is well-meaning, but is a waste of time — and can backfire in ways you probably don’t intend. Regardless — hope you’ll be out protesting in your community with us on Saturday https://indivisible.org/resource/why-you-should-not-call-members-who-arent-yours

jb.dunesong.org•2 days ago

Yes, I read it before responding to your comment. Good to know, but I disagree that contacting other members of Congress is never warranted.

jeanniet.bsky.social•2 days ago

Yes, just call. Doesn’t matter where you are from.

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•2 days ago

https://indivisible.org/resource/why-you-should-not-call-members-who-arent-yours

jeanniet.bsky.social•2 days ago

In regular times I would agree with this but we are not living in normal times. Engaging with Republicans as often as possible and by as many people as possible will send the message that we see them and we are taking note of their traitorous behavior. But do as you wish. 🫡

chuckmcginn.bsky.social•2 days ago

That's what I’m thinking. Make them realize that their unwillingness to talk to constituents has caused blowback outside of Missouri.

jeanniet.bsky.social•2 days ago

Exactly! Let all Republicans know that we are coming for them no matter what part of the country we are from. I may be a Missourian but I’m an American first!! The Republicans should be afraid of us not the other way around!

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•2 days ago

Please read the info put out by Indivisible on this. They worked in the Congress. I know your heart is in the right place, but please be mindful of how this strategy backfires. Regardless— see you out in the streets at peaceful No Kings protest in your community this Saturday ❤️

n1ghtmarica.bsky.social•1 day ago

Thou hast earned a follow!

swizzler01.bsky.social•1 day ago

Shoot, some of these congressmen don't even live in the states they represent. Mine lives in Florida. Be a local call.

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•2 days ago

https://indivisible.org/resource/why-you-should-not-call-members-who-arent-yours

robbieclemovich.bsky.social•2 days ago

They don’t care what you think if you can’t vote for them (you don’t live in their Congressional district). If you don’t live in their district, don’t waste time. Focus on calling your own Representative and Senators on issues.

onegrumpygoose.bsky.social•2 days ago

So can only people who live in district get info on highway funding? No one else drives on those highways and should know anything?

jadedsage.bsky.social•2 days ago

Sam Graves is a class a shitbird who resides in a safe district

donttrustgovermts.bsky.social•2 days ago

Called and that little bitch told me TRUMP has the authority!

donttrustgovermts.bsky.social•2 days ago

I called back…. I suggest you call too

claudio-vk.bsky.social•2 days ago

Some kids today have nothing upstairs

jeanniet.bsky.social•2 days ago

Tried to call Schmitt’s office but no one is answering at any of his offices!! Great constituent services!! It is 9:30 on a Tuesday? Anybody at work today?

airshipwriter.bsky.social•2 days ago

Use @resist.bot to back up my calls. there are free versions…email… and fax with a paid subscription. You can do a lot:

https://www.resist.bot

jeanniet.bsky.social•2 days ago

Just called Hawley’s office and they were completely worthless. I asked if Hawley is afraid of Trump and they did not disagree! Republicans are traitors!!

jeanniet.bsky.social•2 days ago

Just called Graves office and spoke with one of his little fascists. I asked why they are hanging up on citizens. I asked why the government is using the armed forces to attack our citizens and the little guy had nothing!!

outersaboteur.bsky.social•2 days ago

You are a true patriot.

emoontxwriter.bsky.social•2 days ago

Oh, these young men in Congressional offices! I had a very rude one in Senator Cornyn's office years back, interrupt me to tell me I didn't know what I was talking about. and then blow up because I said "Listen, kid..."

lmc55g95.bsky.social•2 days ago

Sounds like a certain staffer in the #Tucson office of @gallego.senate.gov
Yeah. Go figure a #Democrat allowing it's constituents to be dissed by a phone operator. 🫤

lmc55g95.bsky.social•2 days ago

Also.....check out the timeline of the Junior Senator from #Arizona.

The so-called #POTUS and it's #SecDef are sending #Marines into #LosAngelesCounty and he is acting like it's business as usual?!?!?

lmc55g95.bsky.social•2 days ago

You'd think that @gallego.senate.gov, as a #Veteran of that branch, he'd be a bit more concerned about our armed forces being used against #American citizens 🫤

craftyang.bsky.social•2 days ago

Senator Gallego has proved himself a feckless coward, a Sinema2 failure of a man. My family agree we will not make the mistake of voting for him again. And would NEVER campaign for him again. Dude owes me about 40 hours of my life back. #jerk

lmc55g95.bsky.social•2 days ago

So far, He really is not the guy we voted for 🫤

bigsis1.bsky.social•2 days ago

Oh, I love you!💙

coffeemug21.bsky.social•2 days ago

He sounds lovely.

jimmyspaceforrent.bsky.social•2 days ago

You’d better hope California pays their federal taxes, otherwise you’ll be driving in dirt roads.

notsodivinemsm.bsky.social•2 days ago

Hung up on you? That was rude!!

94044qb.bsky.social•2 days ago

Clueless Congressman Graves office. May I help you

lady-dem.bsky.social•2 days ago

Way to go Jess - want me to post this on FB? Sam should get more recognition 🙂

meredithjerome.bsky.social•2 days ago

Oh 💩. I would just keep calling them.

dtwyman.bsky.social•1 day ago

He's obviously taking a page from Josh Hawley's book.

dianesf.bsky.social•2 days ago

Everyone should call regardless of what state you live in

airshipwriter.bsky.social•2 days ago

True. Call. Use @5calls.org if you dont have the words and need a script

Use @resist.bot to back up my calls. there are free versions…email… and fax with a paid subscription. You can do a lot:

https://www.resist.bot

jdog001.bsky.social•2 days ago

I feel most congressmen, don't care what you have to say unless you have a five figure check with you

reggaejedi.bsky.social•2 days ago

Has anyone tried masking as a large donor to get their attention? I bet you’d get a call back then. 😂

wildplumbay.bsky.social•2 days ago

The only way this is all going to stop is if everyone boycotts all college and professional sports. Pro-Trump media, sports and business oligarchs will soon turn against Trumpism. No tickets, no media, no events, no merch. Boycott sports.

meanderingheart.bsky.social•2 days ago

Honestly we all need to be saving every penny for what comes next anyway. Other than a recent concert (It was Benetar/Giraldo, so we had to go to that one) we are not spending money outside of life essentials. I think as more and more consumers embrace austerity the ruling class will get nervous.

meanderingheart.bsky.social•2 days ago

They need us docile and consuming. We need to give them ungovernable and thrifty.

heathenswan.bsky.social•2 days ago

Record and release calls!

very-mary.bsky.social•2 days ago

Hmm why didnt I think of that

cali-candace.bsky.social•2 days ago

I’m enjoying this!!!
And I love *67!!!

sugarlumps.bsky.social•2 days ago

You're lucky there's something to call about, unlike my state, which is out of money. 70% of the voters in my state voted for this.
https://bsky.app/profile/silv3rfoxxx.bsky.social/post/3lr76hcnwrs2u

ddmoc.bsky.social•2 days ago

This is the advantage of keeping people poor, sick and tired! They MUST focus on their primary needs for food, shelter & security—so they don’t care about roads and things. #MaslowsHierarchy

34thparallel.bsky.social•2 days ago

That’s how they do it. He’s an evil SOB.

milksteakops.bsky.social•2 days ago

I’ve never gotten a human to answer a single one of my calls, made easily 100 attempts. I’m in PA.

4afuture.bsky.social•2 days ago

I'm in PA. Snarky punks answering. If I get one more form letter telling me how good they are doing... ARGH!!!

airshipwriter.bsky.social•2 days ago

Use @resist.bot to back up my calls. there are free versions…email… and fax with a paid subscription. You can do a lot:

https://www.resist.bot

rozenkraai.bsky.social•2 days ago

My rep is Stefanik and when I called that office, I really was not convinced that the young man taking my message was actually taking my message. Stefanik ignores anyone who opposes her. Unless she villainizes them

mitziegoldfarb.bsky.social•2 days ago

Make sure you back it up with an email every time you call.

airshipwriter.bsky.social•2 days ago

Use @resist.bot to back up my calls. there are free versions…email… and fax with a paid subscription. You can do a lot:

https://www.resist.bot

mitziegoldfarb.bsky.social•2 days ago

Yes! It’s great
I combine that with

https://5calls.org/

zensenjutsu.bsky.social•2 days ago

Constituents and infrastructure don't matter. Only servicing donors and self enrichment matter!

very-mary.bsky.social•2 days ago

My congresswoman got my social security for me. She helped me traverse the red tape. I am very grateful.

melindamosheim.bsky.social•2 days ago

i mean, that is uncalled for! no pun intended!

coloradoguy58.bsky.social•2 days ago

Gee I wonder what party he belongs to...🤣

bluewind55.bsky.social•2 days ago

IT APPEARS that EVERY legislative member of this administration IS DELIBERATELY EVADING citizens comments and questions. EVERY DAMNED ONE...IN RED STATES, I've experienced the SAME RESPONSE( or lack of) from my red state representatives! They're ALL GUILTY , and they know it!!

gmaconda.bsky.social•2 days ago

I live in Oklahoma. Our reps & senators are in hiding! Markwayne Mullin is the worst!

nelebell.bsky.social•2 days ago

Sam Graves has a hard set on his website so if your zip code isn't in what he defines as his district, you can't leave a message.

kayzy.bsky.social•2 days ago

Such disrespect! It’s as if they no longer care about future elections.

cheybutter.bsky.social•2 days ago

The plan is for there to be none in the future.

totoinkansas.bsky.social•2 days ago

So much for his staff’s telephone skills huh? Classic GOP!

jlg1017.bsky.social•2 days ago

Sounds more like his aide didn't understand or know what the hell you were talking about--highway funding???? what's that?

outersaboteur.bsky.social•2 days ago

“You mean to tell me the government is in charge of the roads too?”

geraldp2.bsky.social•2 days ago

I always tell them my district when they try to say dumb shit like that to me. Then all I get is, um um um

empressedyn.bsky.social•2 days ago

Isn't it best tot stick to your own district so as to not flood the lines? genuine question

piperformissouri.bsky.social•2 days ago

Not in this case. Flood the lines. I’ve been calling for decades and nobody returns my calls. There is no reason to even have folks answering the phones in five different offices. They have never returned a call unless it’s a donor. And I’m sure they don’t call a listed number.

lmc55g95.bsky.social•2 days ago

Again, the same treatment that constituents of @gallego.senate.gov receive. At least that has been my experience. Always straight to VM. Never with a backup call or email. Sadly, the same is true when I call @captmarkkelly.bsky.socialAnd, they're the "good guys"🙁

empressedyn.bsky.social•2 days ago

okay thanks for answering, but in what case should we not call the other districts?

piperformissouri.bsky.social•2 days ago

I generally only call my own representatives unless it is a congressional bill or Senate bill that will impact the country. In this case, Sam is a chair of the infrastructure committee. Your roads depend on his bills.

empressedyn.bsky.social•2 days ago

oh, that makes so much sense. thank you

bardoillusion.bsky.social•1 day ago

Thank you. I live in PA, but, you know, for the longest time now I've wondered about highway funding in Kansas City.

jeankrak.bsky.social•2 days ago

In Missouri, you can legally record your phone conversation with your state or federal representative’s public office as long as you are a party to the call, because Missouri is a one-party consent state.

Just saying 😉

jeankrak.bsky.social•2 days ago

https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=542.402

(2. It is not unlawful… (3) For a person not acting under law…)

debisskyfalling.bsky.social•2 days ago

Helping #KansasCity 🙏💪🏼💙

briangodleski.bsky.social•2 days ago

I hear you can call Sam’s office for more information on pet ferrets

lizpollockbooks.bsky.social•2 days ago

ha ha

free2b.bsky.social•2 days ago

Jess, if you don't know, no one knows!

dthreeh.bsky.social•2 days ago

airshipwriter.bsky.social•2 days ago

Use @resist.bot there are free versions…email… and fax with a paid subscription. You can do a lot:

https://www.resist.bot

scottblah.bsky.social•2 days ago

I call him too. Last time he told me if I swear one more time, he would hang up on me. They send these orwellian news letters out with nothing but faux/republican talking points. Nothing about fixing what trump is breaking. Perfectly happy with that. God, I wish someone else could get elected.

phoenixg75.bsky.social•1 day ago

"Efficiency" 🌮 (Trumpers always chicken out).

mumleelee.bsky.social•2 days ago

Every single time I call his office I never get a person. I live in an area that is a tiny sliver of Jackson County that he represents due to gerrymandering. He doesn't know my area or the people who live here.

don-vochazer1.bsky.social•2 days ago

I tried to email Cleaver's office yesterday. Wanted to tell him and the dems to get off their arses. Website kept telling me the address I was submitting didn't exist. Wish they would explain that to those sending me bills. Will take another route.

airshipwriter.bsky.social•2 days ago

Use @resist.bot there are free versions…email… and fax with a paid subscription. You can do a lot:

https://www.resist.bot

ddmoc.bsky.social•2 days ago

This is not acceptable! I’m spoiled by living in a state that I don’t need to call my reps much—they just do the right thing. When I do call, I get respectful responses.
However, Trump hates this, so we’re currently the focus of his autocratic ire!!
Keep expecting your Reps to do right by you!✊🏼💖

cindys636363.bsky.social•2 days ago

That would be bliss. My reps are heehawley and eric schitt and I am 100% sure that any contact I have with them goes directly into the trash. I still send emails and call because I can only control my own actions and not theirs, but it feels pretty damn futile.

ddmoc.bsky.social•2 days ago

Absolutely keep up the pressure—you never know who you will inspire!!!🙏🏼✊🏼💖

trevorlayhey.bsky.social•2 days ago

You get generic AI responses. Or something vaguely demeaning without addressing the issue.

cindys636363.bsky.social•2 days ago

Yep. That's why they make you choose a "subject" from a drop down; so the system can just send back a canned, meaningless reply. I've tested it by choosing a drop down that has nothing to do with why I'm writing. I finally stopped sending all emails and I send actual snail mail a lot now.

cmckee.bsky.social•1 day ago

That’s rich… 🤦🏼‍♀️

towanda01.bsky.social•2 days ago

I called Sheehy’s office and they told me the same thing. He represents Montana in the House. Fucking politicians.

silencedogood2.bsky.social•1 day ago

Truth: When GOP Senators publicly say they are getting calls; keep going….

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silencedogood2.bsky.social•1 day ago

Send the Treasonous GOP Ceded Society a link to JFK Oath of office. The same fucking Oath. Constitution of the United States. (Not surprising that their cult leader King Heil Horrible is destroying the JFK Performance 🎭 Ctr.)
👑 Nincompoop & sissy.
https://Senate.gov

https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/about-jfk/historic-speeches/inaugural-address

silencedogood2.bsky.social•1 day ago

JP👏🇺🇸 keep it up 👍

lakrum.bsky.social•2 days ago

All I got from graves office was a letter stating he follows trump.

isonope.bsky.social•2 days ago

Boebert’s DC phone person hung up on me last week

chuerta1.bsky.social•2 days ago

Good customer service is a thing of the past. That's no way to treat a caller, even if they called in error.

srem.bsky.social•2 days ago

What a rude asshat of a staffer

annbe54.bsky.social•2 days ago

Yikes!!

very-mary.bsky.social•2 days ago

I GET THE FEELING YOU PEOPLE DO NOT CALL REPRESENTATIVES NEWS DESKS TRUMP FRIENDLY BUSINESSES.....DAILY.

artsinitiative.bsky.social•2 days ago

How can Illinoisans get your spunk? Since we’ve had dems for so long, we are at a loss of energy.

goldenretrieverear.bsky.social•2 days ago

Your governor kicks ass.

bevimac.bsky.social•2 days ago

Its breaking up. They have taken over

drummerboy429.bsky.social•2 days ago

Aka we take it in the ass amd go back to work to fuel fascism..... makes sense.

💔🤦🏼💔

drummerboy429.bsky.social•2 days ago

They can run and hide and we do absolutely nothing about but vote...... 🤦🏼💔

snakeflyfisher.bsky.social•1 day ago

Highway...funding? Of course not! Next step will be to make all hwys into toll roads...nationwide. Our taxes are no longer collected to serve us, but to fund oligarchs.

skirtgrl.bsky.social•2 days ago

My senators (SC) don’t even try to understand my views. They just send pointless, vague, bloviating responses to without addressing the subject I’ve written about. StatewideTown Halls? LOL they don’t bother to hold them. Why should they when they’re never held accountable?

egyptianbman.bsky.social•1 day ago

He's a POS. Got this in an email from him today: "the growing political bias at both NPR and PBS has gotten out of hand. They need to make a choice, either end the political bias and start producing programming for all Americans or learn to survive without taxpayer funding."

jesskratzgibson.bsky.social•2 days ago

I couldn't get through to any of Sam Graves's local office numbers last night - no voicemail available either. I had to call his D.C. number and leave multiple messages since you can only record around 15 or 20 seconds.

airshipwriter.bsky.social•2 days ago

Use @resist.bot there are free versions…email… and fax with a paid subscription. You can do a lot:

https://www.resist.bot

very-mary.bsky.social•2 days ago

Oh I get that daily. Granted I usually go in screaming

bigfatbastard.bsky.social•1 day ago

Let's make the young intern regret the day he hung up on you...

ltimes3.bsky.social•2 days ago

Shoot, I was dismissed so rudely by the gal at my local city hall when I called to report/complain about a little side street that leads directly to my home - I'm not ready to take it statewide. 😮‍💨😅

outersaboteur.bsky.social•2 days ago

I have worked in state government long enough to know one thing for absolute certain: the squeaky wheel gets the grease. Go above this woman’s head and complain about her dismissing you to the mayor, and someone will correct her ass. Then call her back repeatedly until some action is taken.

bonnjny.bsky.social•2 days ago

Wow. They are usually trained to be polite. I guess that stopped with Trump too.

fullerray.bsky.social•2 days ago

Would anyone want to work the phones for a GOP member of Congress?

lady-dem.bsky.social•2 days ago

That person would have to be a bit “cray, cray” wouldn’t he/she😳🙄😬

ssimms.bsky.social•2 days ago

Kansas City, Missouri.

sjs67.bsky.social•2 days ago

Fun fact about MO and federal highway funds Because of Mos open container law MO can't spend all of its full federal highway allocation on highways & bridge construction A lg % must be spent on antidrunk driving highway things like rumble strips. 2.5% of the states budget is lost=thread

sjs67.bsky.social•2 days ago

2/or about $23 million a yr $370 in total. The$ come like I said but can only be used for ant drunk driving highway things not construction of roads & bridges. This is a state open container law so look to Jeff City for crazies on this one.

sjs67.bsky.social•2 days ago

that $370 million in total. I should reread before I post

ipm.bsky.social•2 days ago

When we begin organizing as a group to counter the big money and making a tangible difference in the election results then they will finally take our calls. We need to unite work together to get candidates that will work for us. That needs organizations and funding!

wango3.bsky.social•2 days ago

Can we have a meeting, maybe a central location like,, Solano County maybe. Gateway to the valley, hills before the coast. Elect officials from each area. Let’s go.

esoap524.bsky.social•2 days ago

I called Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s office (southern Arizona) yesterday to express my displeasure with pretty much everything. The intern corrected me with a “you mean the riots” when I mentioned the protests. They’re getting testy in these offices. Probably LOTS of complaints

scottblah.bsky.social•2 days ago

Remind them J6 was a riot where republicans killed police officers.

raindancer451.bsky.social•2 days ago

Wll do!

spotonthesun.bsky.social•2 days ago

Sounds like a snarky fukker

bookworm604.bsky.social•2 days ago

If I am from another district or state, but I use that highway to travel to/from/around his district, especially if I’m going to be spending money in his district, I’d say that knowing the funding for good roads is Everyone’s business.