Send a letter to your representatives demanding that they oppose the border wall!
SAMPLE LETTER
Subject: Oppose Border Wall Construction in the Greater Big Bend Region
Dear [Title and Name],
I am writing to urge you to oppose any border wall construction anywhere in the greater Big Bend region of Texas — including near Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, and on private lands in Brewster and Presidio Counties.
The Big Bend is one of the most remote and ecologically intact stretches of the U.S.–Mexico border. A physical wall here would cause permanent damage to public lands, private property, wildlife corridors, archaeological sites, and the Rio Grande river system — while offering limited additional security benefits in this rugged terrain.
Past border barrier projects have proceeded under federal waivers that bypass environmental review, cultural resource protections, and meaningful public input. That approach is simply unacceptable in a landscape of national significance.
The Big Bend economy depends on tourism and outdoor recreation based on the preservation of the region’s iconic beauty and ecological intactness. Industrial-scale infrastructure would permanently alter this region, displace local wildlife and people, and undermine livelihoods.
For these reasons, respectfully ask that you:
- Oppose any new border wall construction in the greater Big Bend region.
- Support border security strategies that protect this irreplaceable landscape.
The Greater Big Bend region is a national treasure. Once damaged, it cannot be restored.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[City, State, Zip]
SEND YOUR LETTER TO YOUR REPS
Governer Greg Abbott
Office of the Governor
P.O. Box 12428
Austin, Texas 78711-2428
You may also share your opinion via this online contact form
Senator Ted Cruz
167 Russell
Washington, DC 20510
Senator John Cornyn
517 Hart Senate Office
Washington, DC 20510
Representative Tony Gonzalez (Brewster, Presidio, Jeff Davis Counties)
2239 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515
Representative Eddie Morales (Big Bend region, District 74)
P.O. Box 12910
Austin, Texas 78711-2910
Representative César Blanco (Big Bend region, District 29)
P.O. Box 12068
Capitol Station
Austin, TX 78711
If you do not live in the Big Bend and are unsure if these are your representatives, visit https://wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home to find your reps and visit their pages for contact.
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