Actually, in another cruel twist of fate, since I live in our nation's
capitol, Washington, D.C., I don't actually have a senator.

Then write the president. Sure, he won't answer personally, but white
house staff may be able to do something. Else write a neighboring senator.

Jose
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You can choose whom to befriend, but you cannot choose whom to love.
for Email, make the obvious change in the address.