Last month, Sen. John McCain delivered an outstanding speech about the importance of public service. Sen. McCain's life of service, his recognition of the importance of service (both military and civilian), and his willingness to challenge people to commit their lives to public service make him a natural supporter of the Public Service Academy.

1) Call Sen. McCain to thank him for his speech and urge him to co-sponsor the Public Service Academy bill (S. 960). His office number is: 202-224-2235

2) Email or write Sen. McCain to thank him for his speech and urge him to co-sponsor the Public Service Academy bill (S. 960). Click here to go to his online contact form or write him a note:
241 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510

3) Write a letter to your local paper. We need everyone to write their local paper to call attention to Sen. McCain's speech and show the connection to the Public Service Academy. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like help in formulating your letter.

How to help get Sen. Obama to support the Public Service Academy is by using your efforts and persuasion. You can help by doing one (or more) of the following:

1.) Call the Senate office and ask to speak with the aide who works on the homeland security issues. Some helpful suggestions to guide your call: thank Sen. Obama for his Wesleyan Speech. Explain to Sen. Obama the importance of having the Public Service Academy such as:

Explain what the Public Service Academy would be: a civilian counterpart to the military academies. Students would get a free education in return for a commitment to serve for five years after graduation. His Senate office number is: 202-224-2854