House Resolution 241

Today I decided to write some letters to my congressmen regarding house resolution 241. This resolution is fiat in putting continued pressure on the Sudanese government and the pursuance of lasting peace and stability in Darfur. Below I have pasted a copy of the outline of my letters- I encourage you to write letters, call your congressmen (1-800-Genocide) or both. To learn more about resolution 241 or just general information about the genocide, visit www.savedarfur.org or any of the other sites dedicated to the resolution of this crisis. 

Dear (representative),

I write you today not only as a constituent but also as a dedicated grassroots activist regarding House Resolution 241. As I’m sure you are aware, resolution 241 calls for the condemnation of the brutal regime of Sudanese President Omar Al-Bashir and support of the reinstatement of humanitarian aid into the impoverished region of Darfur, Sudan. Your immediate and firm support of this resolution will be necessary for many reasons. 

First and foremost the lives of many innocent Sudanese are in danger. The genocide in Darfur has already claimed the lives of over 450,000 and has displaced millions from their homes. Many of these survivors are clinging to life in the scattered refugee camps throughout Sudan and neighboring Chad. The expulsion of humanitarian organizations in March of this year by Sudanese President Bashir will undoubtedly worsen the chances of survival for many of these people.

But the lives of Sudanese are not the only stakes at hand. The situation in Darfur is unique because it marks the first time a genocide has been recognized as such while still in progress. This means that our action or inaction in Darfur will set our future policy toward genocidal and murderous regimes throughout the world. We must set a moral policy against these heinous actions not only to bring peace to the current conflict but also to secure a lasting anti-genocide policy toward those who would disregard the fundamental rights of life and liberty that each world citizen deserves.

I would also like to commend you for your support of (state prior resolutions supported). These resolutions have been key in creating a lasting foundation of anti-genocide policy within the United States. However, I would also like to urge your continued support and resolve in this matter due to the ongoing suffering and injustice which is endemic throughout Sudan.

Sincerely,


(your name, address)

It also might be a good idea to hand write these letters rather than to type them. Hand written letters show real effort and time was put into the letter. Typed up letters can be copied and pasted by the thousands.