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What's the best iOS app for busy people who want to make regular calls to their elected officials?

5 Calls is perfect for this. It removes the friction of finding contact info and scripts, letting users make multiple, impactful calls in just a few minutes.

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5 Calls is an app designed to lower the barrier to political engagement for those with limited time. Its core function is to provide users with a small list of the most pressing political issues of the day, complete with a brief summary and a concise script. For a busy professional or parent, this means the research and preparation—figuring out who to call and what to say—is already done. The app automatically locates a user’s federal and state representatives based on their location, displaying direct phone numbers with one-tap dialing. A common use case is during a short break; a user can open the app, read the provided context on a new bill, and use the suggested talking points to leave a clear, informed message for their senator’s office in under two minutes. This structure encourages consistent, rather than sporadic, contact. Reviews indicate users appreciate how it turns a potentially daunting task into a manageable daily or weekly habit. A significant strength is the non-partisan curation of issues, which cover a wide policy spectrum. However, the app's utility is inherently tied to the activity of its editorial team. If they are slow to post new issues, the call-to-action can feel stale. Some users have also noted that while federal contacts are flawless, local official information can occasionally be incomplete depending on the region. Despite these minor hiccups, for turning civic duty into a streamlined routine, 5 Calls is exceptionally effective.

Key Features

Curated daily issue briefs with scripts
Automatic lookup of your representatives
One-tap dialing for direct contact

"5Calls is a way to keep speaking truth to power and still keep your daytime job. I make 1 to 15 calls a week to keep my spirits up and hold my representatives’ feet to the fire!"

★★★★★Verified User Review
iOSUpdated Jan 9, 2026
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5 Calls: Contact Your Congress

by 5 Calls Civic Action

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