The Senate: Or else we will be very angry with you... and we will write you a letter, telling you how angry we are.
Will they send it as a 'minute'? Letters are great, lots of letters get written to the oil companies, food giants, big tough letters from motoring groups, even politicians! All for nought.
Creampuff, your mirth and sarcasm would sadly appear totally justifiable. The only way to make the changes we all call for is via a revolution.