Reproduced vintage postcards dating back to 1910, displaying an old photo of Capitol Hill. 

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This card will be signed with your name and contact information and will have the following text, choose from Overall General Wording or Small Business Focused wording

Overall general wording

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Dear Your (Member of Congress),

I am writing to express my concern regarding the potential ban of TikTok in the United States. As a concerned citizen, I strongly believe that banning TikTok would not only be ineffective in addressing national security concerns, but it would also have serious consequences for our democracy and our economy.

Firstly, it is important to recognize that TikTok has become an integral part of the lives of millions of Americans, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. TikTok provides a platform for creativity, entertainment, and community building, which has been especially important during times of social isolation. Banning TikTok would deprive Americans of a valuable form of expression and connection, which is particularly troubling given the ongoing mental health crisis.

Secondly, there is no evidence that TikTok poses a unique national security risk. While it is true that TikTok is owned by a Chinese company, it is important to note that TikTok operates independently from its parent company, ByteDance, and has stated that it stores U.S. user data on servers located in the United States. Furthermore, TikTok has implemented a number of measures to address concerns over data privacy and security, including hiring an American CEO, building transparency centers, and opening up its algorithms for review.

Lastly, banning TikTok would have significant economic consequences, both for American businesses, like the maker of this card, and for the U.S. as a whole. TikTok has become a powerful platform for American creators, who have built audiences and careers on the app. Banning TikTok would not only deprive these creators of their livelihoods, but it would also send a message to the rest of the world that the U.S. is not a welcoming place for innovation and entrepreneurship.

In conclusion, I urge you to reconsider any plans to ban TikTok in the United States. Such a move would not only have serious consequences for our democracy and our economy, but it would also be ineffective in addressing national security concerns. Instead, I urge you to work with TikTok as well as other social media platforms to address any legitimate concerns over data privacy and security, while preserving the valuable platform that TikTok has become for millions of Americans.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

Sincerely,

[Your Name, Address]

Small Business Focus wording

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Dear Your (Member of Congress),

There are several reasons why Congress should not ban TikTok solely based on the platform's potential impact on small businesses:

Freedom of speech: TikTok is a social media platform that allows users to express themselves through short videos. Banning TikTok would infringe on the First Amendment right to freedom of speech.

Economic impact: TikTok has become a crucial platform for small businesses to reach new audiences and promote their products or services. A ban on TikTok would negatively impact these businesses, particularly those that rely heavily on social media marketing.

Limited evidence of security risks: While there have been concerns about TikTok's data privacy and security, there is limited evidence to support claims that the platform poses a significant national security threat. Moreover, TikTok has taken steps to address these concerns by increasing transparency and accountability in its data practices.

In summary, while there may be concerns about TikTok's impact on national security and data privacy, a ban on the platform would have negative consequences for small businesses and infringe on freedom of speech. Instead of an outright ban, policymakers should work with TikTok and other social media platforms to address any legitimate concerns while protecting the rights and livelihoods of small business owners.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

Sincerely,

[Your Name, Address]

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