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Ashland WI FSO Advocacy Script

Targeted for Your Area, Ashland (WI-7)

You live in ZIP code 54806 in Ashland, which is in WI-7, represented by Tom Tiffany.

🎯 TOP TARGETS:

  1. Tom Tiffany (WI-7) - Your Direct Representative, Judiciary & Natural Resources Committees
  2. Ron Johnson (WI) - Senior Senator, Homeland Security Chair, Budget Committee
  3. Tammy Baldwin (WI) - Junior Senator, HELP Committee, Appropriations Committee

CALL SCRIPT: Career FSO Seeking Support

INTRO:

"Hi, my name is [Your Name], and I'm calling as a constituent from Ashland and a career Foreign Service Officer since [Year]. I'm urgently asking for [Representative/Senator]'s support in preventing unjustified mass firings of FSOs as part of the proposed State Department reorganization. I'm one of approximately 700 domestically-serving FSOs facing illegal termination on June 27th."

TALKING POINTS (pick 2–3 based on representative):

For Tom Tiffany (WI-7) - PRIMARY TARGET - Use These Enhanced Points:

  1. "As my representative and a member of the House Judiciary Committee, Representative Tiffany understands the importance of constitutional protections and proper legal procedures. This plan violates the Foreign Service Act by targeting FSOs solely based on our current domestic assignments—not performance or merit."
  2. "Representative Tiffany's background as a small business owner and his experience in the Wisconsin Legislature gives him unique insight into proper personnel management and following established procedures. I've served with distinction since [Year] and face firing not for performance, but for serving domestically."
  3. "As a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, Representative Tiffany understands how institutional expertise and long-term relationships are critical for effective governance. Mass firing career diplomats eliminates decades of institutional knowledge and professional expertise that serves America's interests."
  4. "Representative Tiffany's rural Wisconsin background and understanding of how federal agencies impact local communities makes him uniquely positioned to understand how targeting career professionals for political reasons undermines effective government service."

For Ron Johnson (WI) - Senior Senator:

  1. "As Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Senator Johnson has direct oversight authority over federal personnel management and understands the importance of proper procedures. These firings appear to violate statutory protections and set a dangerous precedent."
  2. "Senator Johnson's business background as a manufacturing CEO gives him insight into proper management practices. Mass firing career diplomats based on assignment rather than performance is poor management and weakens America's diplomatic capabilities worldwide."
  3. "As a member of the Senate Budget Committee and a fiscal conservative, Senator Johnson should oppose any funding mechanisms that enable these potentially illegal terminations and demand proper oversight of State Department reorganization efforts."
  4. "Senator Johnson's experience as Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations makes him uniquely qualified to investigate whether this plan violates federal employment law and congressional intent."

For Tammy Baldwin (WI) - Junior Senator:

  1. "As a member of the Senate HELP Committee with oversight of federal workforce issues, Senator Baldwin understands the importance of protecting career civil servants from political retaliation. These firings appear to violate employment protections and due process rights."
  2. "Senator Baldwin's background as a lawyer and her long experience in Congress gives her unique insight into how this plan undermines the professional, nonpartisan foundation of American diplomacy that has served our nation for decades."
  3. "As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Senator Baldwin has oversight authority over State Department funding and should ensure that no taxpayer dollars are used to implement potentially illegal mass firings of career professionals."
  4. "Senator Baldwin's commitment to protecting workers' rights and her experience fighting for federal employees makes her a natural ally in defending career Foreign Service Officers from political targeting."

For All Wisconsin Delegation:

  1. "Wisconsin has a proud tradition of public service and professional government. This plan sets a dangerous precedent that any administration can target career civil servants for political reasons, undermining the Wisconsin values of fairness and merit-based service."
  2. "We ask [Representative/Senator] to press for public hearings, demand a legal review of the Department's plan, and oppose any budget or authorization language that enables ideological purges of career professionals."

SPECIFIC ASK:

For Tom Tiffany: "Will Representative Tiffany, as my representative and a member of the Judiciary Committee who understands constitutional protections, use his oversight authority and business management experience to publicly oppose this plan, demand legal review, and coordinate with House leadership to protect career Foreign Service Officers?"

For Ron Johnson: "Will Senator Johnson use his position as Chairman of Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, his business management experience, and his Budget Committee authority to demand immediate oversight hearings, investigate potential legal violations, and oppose this dangerous precedent?"

For Tammy Baldwin: "Will Senator Baldwin use her HELP Committee and Appropriations Committee positions, along with her legal background and commitment to worker protections, to oppose this plan and ensure proper oversight of State Department operations?"

CLOSE:

"Thank you for your time. As both an Ashland constituent and a career diplomat who has served America faithfully since [Year], I'm happy to follow up with additional information. We took an oath to serve the American people—and we're counting on Wisconsin's delegation to defend the institutions and laws that protect professional public service."

VOICEMAIL SCRIPTS

Tom Tiffany (WI-7) - YOUR REPRESENTATIVE (TOP PRIORITY)

"Hi, this is [Your Name], a constituent from Ashland in ZIP code 54806. I'm also a career Foreign Service Officer since [Year], and I'm calling about the mass firing of FSOs planned for June 27th based solely on our current assignments.

As a small business owner and member of the Judiciary Committee, you understand both proper personnel management and constitutional protections. These firings violate the Foreign Service Act and target professionals like me not for performance, but for serving domestically. I face losing my career despite [X] years of faithful service. Please use your business experience and Judiciary Committee position to oppose this illegal plan. You can reach me at [Your Number]. Thank you."

Ron Johnson (WI)

"Hi, this is [Your Name], an Ashland constituent and career Foreign Service Officer since [Year]. I'm calling about the mass firing of approximately 700 FSOs planned for June 27th based solely on our domestic assignments.

As Chairman of Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and a former business CEO, you have both oversight authority and management expertise. These firings violate the Foreign Service Act and target career diplomats not for performance, but for serving in Washington. Please use your committee leadership to demand immediate hearings and oppose this dangerous precedent. You can reach me at [Your Number]. Thank you."

Tammy Baldwin (WI)

"Hi, this is [Your Name], an Ashland constituent and career Foreign Service Officer since [Year]. I'm calling about the plan to fire approximately 700 FSOs on June 27th based solely on our domestic assignments.

As a member of the HELP and Appropriations Committees with a background defending workers' rights, you understand the importance of protecting career civil servants from political retaliation. These firings violate the Foreign Service Act and weaken our diplomatic capabilities. Please use your committee positions to support oversight and oppose this dangerous plan. You can reach me at [Your Number]. Thank you."

EMAIL VERSION - Wisconsin Delegation

Subject: Ashland FSO Urges Opposition to Illegal Mass Firings

Dear [Representative Tiffany/Senator Johnson/Senator Baldwin],

I'm writing as both a constituent from Ashland and a career Foreign Service Officer since [Year] to express urgent concern about proposed mass firings of approximately 700 FSOs planned for June 27th as part of the State Department reorganization.

[For Tiffany - Add:] As my representative and a member of the Judiciary Committee who understands constitutional protections, plus your experience as a small business owner who knows proper personnel management, you have unique authority to expose these violations.

[For Johnson - Add:] As Chairman of Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs with direct oversight authority, plus your business management experience as a former CEO, you understand both proper procedures and effective management practices.

[For Baldwin - Add:] As a member of the HELP and Appropriations Committees with oversight of federal workforce issues and funding, plus your legal background and commitment to protecting workers' rights, you understand how this undermines employment protections.

This proposal would eliminate FSOs based solely on our domestic assignments—not on merit, performance, or qualifications. I face losing my career after [X] years of faithful service not for performance failures, but for currently serving in Washington. These actions appear to violate the Foreign Service Act and undermine the professional, nonpartisan foundation of U.S. diplomacy.

[Customize based on representative's role and committee assignments]

Thank you for your service to Wisconsin and America.

Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your address in Ashland, WI 54806]
[Your Contact Information]

CONTACT INFORMATION

🎯 TOP PRIORITY TARGET:

Tom Tiffany (WI-7) (Your Representative, Business Owner/Judiciary Committee)

  • DC Office: (202) 225-3365
  • Wausau Office: (715) 298-9344
  • 2620 Stewart Avenue, Suite 312, Wausau, WI 54401
  • Email: Through tiffany.house.gov

SUPPORTING TARGETS:

Ron Johnson (WI) (Senior Senator, Homeland Security Chair)

  • DC Office: (202) 224-5323
  • Oshkosh Office: (920) 230-7250
  • Milwaukee Office: (414) 276-7282
  • Email: Through ronjohnson.senate.gov

Tammy Baldwin (WI) (Junior Senator, HELP/Appropriations Committees)

  • DC Office: (202) 224-5653
  • Madison Office: (608) 264-5338
  • Milwaukee Office: (414) 297-4451
  • La Crosse Office: (608) 796-0045
  • Email: Through baldwin.senate.gov

STRATEGIC NOTES FOR YOUR ASHLAND POSITION

  1. Start With Tom Tiffany - As your direct representative with business experience and Judiciary Committee membership, he has both personal understanding of management and constitutional oversight authority.
  2. Emphasize Personal Stakes - You're not just advocating for others; you're personally facing illegal termination after [X] years of service.
  3. Use Specific Location - Ashland in ZIP code 54806 establishes clear constituent relationship in Wisconsin's largest congressional district.
  4. Leverage Business Experience - Tiffany's small business background and Johnson's CEO experience create understanding of proper personnel management.
  5. Northern Wisconsin Values - The area values hard work, merit-based advancement, and fair treatment - themes that resonate.
  6. Committee Authorities - Tiffany (Judiciary), Johnson (Homeland Security Chair), Baldwin (HELP/Appropriations) all have relevant oversight roles.
  7. DC Offices First - For urgent legislative action with June 27 deadline.
  8. Personal Touch - As the FSO yourself, you can provide firsthand insight into the impact.

ASHLAND/WI-7 ADVANTAGES

  • Business Experience: Both Tiffany and Johnson have small business/CEO backgrounds creating understanding of proper personnel management
  • Rural Values: Northern Wisconsin values merit-based advancement and fair treatment of workers
  • Constitutional Authority: Tiffany sits on Judiciary with constitutional oversight responsibilities
  • Largest District: WI-7 is Wisconsin's largest district geographically, with significant federal land and resource management
  • Oversight Authority: Johnson chairs Homeland Security with direct oversight of federal personnel issues
  • Bipartisan Appeal: Baldwin's worker protection focus can find common ground on proper procedures

Key Messaging Advantage: The combination of business experience and constitutional oversight creates natural understanding of both proper management practices and legal protections.

REPRESENTATIVE BACKGROUNDS

Tom Tiffany's Business Background

  • Small Business Owner - Owned and operated Wilderness Cruises for 20 years
  • Damtender - Served as damtender on Willow Flowage for 29 years ("Dam Man!")
  • Dairy Farm Background - Grew up on dairy farm, agricultural degree from UW-River Falls
  • Wisconsin Legislature - State Assembly and Senate experience, including Joint Finance Committee
  • Rural Understanding - Represents largest geographical district in Wisconsin

Ron Johnson's Executive Experience

  • Manufacturing CEO - Chief Executive Officer of polyester and plastics manufacturer
  • Business Builder - Grew company founded by brother-in-law
  • Homeland Security Chair - Direct oversight of federal personnel and management issues
  • Investigations Authority - Chairman of Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations
  • Fiscal Conservative - Strong focus on proper spending and management practices

Tammy Baldwin's Legal/Worker Protection Background

  • Lawyer - University of Wisconsin Law School graduate, private practice experience
  • Federal Workforce Advocate - Long record of supporting federal employees and civil servants
  • Appropriations Authority - Direct oversight of federal agency funding
  • HELP Committee - Jurisdiction over federal workforce and employment issues
  • Progressive Values - Strong commitment to worker protections and due process

PERSONAL IMPACT MESSAGING

Since you're personally affected, you can add powerful personal elements:

  • "I've served faithfully for [X] years and face losing my career not for performance, but for politics"
  • "As someone who took an oath to serve America, I'm asking you to defend the laws that protect professional public service"
  • "I represent the 700 FSOs facing illegal termination on June 27th through no fault of our own"
  • "This isn't theoretical for me - it's my livelihood and my ability to continue serving America"
  • "Wisconsin values merit-based advancement and fair treatment - this plan violates both principles"
  • "As someone from Wisconsin's Northwoods, I understand hard work and earning your position - I shouldn't lose my career for political reasons"
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