use the abbreviation "The Hon."

[Torsten]

Hi my friends, could you please tell on which occations you use the abbreviation The Hon.? I understand this stand for The Honorable and is used in connection with titles and functions of members of non-profit organizations. Is that correct?

Thanks in advance,
The Hon. Torsten

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[Yankee]

Hi Torsten

When I think of "The Honorable" from an American point of view, I think of higher level governmental officials (such as senators), judges, sometimes mayors, etc.

Using "The Hon." for officials of non-profit organizations doesn't specifically come to mind --- unless you look at government as a "non-profit organization". :lol:

Amy
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[Torsten]

Amy you are right, I came across those hons on the SLLF website (The State Legislative Leaders Foundation).

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