How to Write a Letter to the First Lady
Writing a letter to our First Lady is an excellent way to communicate with an important citizen. Letters can be written for different reasons. You may want to express your opinion on a topic or thank her for the work she has done. Though the First Lady is still a private citizen, she should be addressed respectfully. Whether you write by hand or send an email, there are certain letter writing etiquette rules that you should follow.
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Instructions
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Letter Etiquette
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Put a heading in the top left corner that includes your name and address.Place the date in the right-hand corner if the letter is hand-written.
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Begin your letter with the proper salutation. The First Lady should not be addressed by her first name. Use her title and surname only.
i.e.: "Dear Mrs. Obama"
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Write the body of your letter. Letters to the White House are screened and if you wish to have your letter read by the First Lady you should be respectful and brief.
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Close your letter properly. Choices include "Sincerely," "Yours very truly," or "Yours Sincerely." This letter should not be signed off with declarations of love.
Another choice is "Respectfully Yours," which is the proper choice when writing to the President.
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Address the envelope with the surname only (i.e. "Mrs. Obama"). Once again, do not use a first name as she is the only person by that name at the he White House address.
Always include a correct return address and proper postage.
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Tips & Warnings
The address:
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20500
Do not send perishable items.
Do not send money or items of monetary equivalence (i.e. bonds or gift certificates.)
Do not send any items that are irreplaceable in case of damage.
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