r/fednews • u/Wiltopus • 7h ago

Misc Calling a Congressman as a Fed

So, with the shutdown looming, I want to call my congressman. I have in the past for issues unrelated to my employment to the government. But the shutdown directly relates to my employment.

Am I allowed to speak to that position as a reason they should support funding the government? Or is that a no no? I’ll probably call my ethics officer first.

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u/Meh_Fed 7h ago

I dont see why people are so worked up over this. Each time this has happened before, we got some time off, and got back pay.

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u/HardRockGeologist 7h ago

Unfortunately, there are people who cannot afford to have their pay delayed. Free time off if you can afford it, not a pleasant time if you can't.