Comment by godwinson__4-8

Of course the system has a rather obvious remediation for that. You could also run for office or find a kindred spirit to support.

Trying to one to one with a representative or a council just sends them a signal to not care. You're one of n constituents. Showing up to the city council meeting without bringing an exponential curve of people with you over a short enough amount of time in support of your cause simply confirms to your representatives your cause is marginal.

If you are already cutting clips you might as well bite the bullet and run for office. Best of luck with your foray in democracy!