You may use any postcards you have, or if you’d like to print out Mass Freedom To Read postcards, download them here: Mass FTR Postcard No Bleed and Mass FTR Postcard Bleed.

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Recommended Practices

1. Keep it Personal and Respectful

   • Legislators are more likely to pay attention to authentic, personal stories. Share why free expression matters to you, your community, or your profession.

   • Always remain polite, even if you disagree with the legislator’s position.

2. Be Concise and Clear

   • A postcard should highlight 1–2 main points only.

   • Use simple language that communicates urgency without being overwhelming.

3. Center Core Values

   • Emphasize free expression as a cornerstone of democracy.

   • Connect the legislation to widely shared values like fairness, access to information, and protecting the rights of all people.

4. Localize the Message

   • Show why this bill matters in Massachusetts communities specifically.

   • Mention local libraries, schools, or cultural spaces that benefit from protections for expression.

5. Provide a Call to Action

   • Ask directly: “Please support and pass H.3594/S.2328.”

   • End with gratitude for the legislator’s time and service.

Sample Postcard Messages

Here are a few options, written in different tones, that supporters can adapt:

Option 1: Civic Values

Dear [Legislator’s Name],
Please support An Act Regarding Free Expression (H.3594/S.2328). Free expression is a cornerstone of democracy, and Massachusetts should lead in protecting the right of everyone to read, learn, and speak freely. I urge you to vote yes and stand with our communities. Thank you for your leadership.

Option 2: Personal & Localized

Dear [Legislator’s Name],
As a [parent/educator/library user/student] in [town], I care deeply about protecting the right to free expression. H.3594/S.2328 ensures that our libraries and schools remain open spaces for diverse voices and ideas. Please support this important bill.

Option 3: Emphasis on Protection

Dear [Legislator’s Name],
Free expression is under threat across the country, but here in Massachusetts we can set an example. By passing H.3594/S.2328, you will help guarantee that libraries and communities remain places of inclusion, not censorship. Please support this act.

Don’t forget to put a stamp on your postcard, and then drop it in your nearest postal box.