So, a while back I wrote to my state representatives regarding what I considered to be a burdensome wait in receiving my Carrying Concealed Weapons permit. I wrote a fairly long letter addressing the issues and informing them that I'd like to discuss the situation.

One of the politicians was Rhonda Storms (R). A few days after I sent the email, I received this

Mr. Allen,

Thank you for contacting Senator Storms regarding this matter.  By copy of this e-mail, I am asking Mr. Dave McInnes with the Department of Consumer Services, to investigate and respond.  His office should be in touch shortly – thank you.

Audie Canney

District Legislative Aide

Senator Ronda Storms, District 10

The Department of Consumer services called me shortly after and I had a nice conversation from which I learned a lot. I still disagree with some of the procedures, but I was at least satisfied that there was at least some method to the madness.

I was happy that at least my concern was addressed by Mrs. Storms (who did receive my vote).

Contrast that experience with the email I received from Rich Glorioso (R)

Thank you for your email.  I appreciate you taking the time to share your personal experience with me.

Rich

Yeah, Rich, real f***ing helpful there. I appreciate you taking the time to copy and paste a standard response.

How about a "I'm sorry, this isn't something I can handle", "I'll look into it", "Get a life servant. Don't bother your masters with such childish complaints!", or something to let me know (a) where you actually stand on the issue or (b) that you actually read my letter?

Time to start paying a little bit more attention to Mr. Glorioso to see if he warrants my vote next time. Same goes to Trey Traviesa, from whom I've heard nothing.