Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]

September 30, 2020 at 2:33 AM

The debate is over. The stakes are clear. Let's get to work.

Jeff Merkley for Senate     The stakes couldn't be more clear. The debate made it clear. Joe Biden is ready to serve this country as our President. Donald Trump—well, we know he's in it only for himself. Joe Biden is serious about ending this pandemic. Donald Trump simply isn't. Joe B…

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Peter DeFazio · [email protected]

September 30, 2020 at 1:53 AM

Pay attention to the words they use

Peter DeFazio for Congress     We know Oregon's Fourth Congressional District is the most closely divided district in the country. Our opponents know it, too. You can see it in the ominous words they're using to describe our race. They've called Alek Skarlatos a "tier one" candidate, on…

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Team Blumenauer · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 9:52 PM

Introducing: Election Action Countdown

Earl Blumenauer for Congress     Hi John, With the election drawing near (just five weeks!), Donald Trump getting increasingly desperate and unhinged, and so much left for us to do, it can be hard to figure out what steps we should actually be taking. That's why Team Blumenauer is star…

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Rachel · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 9:51 PM

Update: COVID-19, Oregon Wildfire Resources, and New Temporary Eviction Moratorium

Update: COVID-19, Oregon Wildfire Resources, and New Temporary Eviction Moratorium View this email in your browser Dear Friends and Neighbors, Governor Brown held a press conference discussing the wildfires and announcing a new temporary …

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Ellen Rosenblum · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 8:45 PM

rushing through a nominee to gut our healthcare?

Ellen RosenblumPlacing another Trump appointee on the Court will put millions of Americans' affordable care on the chopping block. Healthcare must be seen as a human right -- not a privilege only for those who can     John, Mitch McConnell is rushing to get Trump's Supreme Court nomin…

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Peter DeFazio · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 6:56 PM

Sign the petition: Protect the right to choose!

Peter DeFazio for Congress     Right-wing extremists have been working to undermine Roe v. Wade since it was decided in 1973. From cutting funding for Planned Parenthood, to forcing the dangerous Gag Rule on doctors, to packing the courts with anti-choice radicals, they've shown themse…

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Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 4:35 PM

35 days left. Every single day counts.

Jeff Merkley for Senate     Tonight, when Joe Biden and Donald Trump debate, the talking heads on cable TV will treat it like a heavyweight prize fight. Who looked strong? Who landed the best shot? Who avoided the knockout? That stuff isn't important. What matters is which one is ready t…

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Peter DeFazio · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 12:08 AM

Another Republican big shot has lined up to attack me.

Peter DeFazio for Congress     Another Republican big shot has lined up to attack me. This time, it's the head of the National Republican Congressional Committee, Rep. Tom Emmer of Minnesota. Emmer announced that the GOP is committed to taking away our House majority – including this s…

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Britney VanCitters · [email protected]

September 28, 2020 at 10:31 PM

FWD: John, will you join us for Climate Action Week?

Dear John, The election is just over a month away! Can you believe it? Time is really flying by. Usually I'd be out knocking on doors right now, asking community members to vote for the pro-climate leaders Oregon so desperately needs. Instead, we're spreading the word digitally this year during Clim…

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Suzanne Bonamici · [email protected]

September 28, 2020 at 5:00 PM

For every student.

Bonamici For Congress     This year, our students and teachers are facing unprecedented challenges. They need fierce advocates in the Department of Education and supportive leadership in Congress. Instead, they have an ineffective COVID-19 task force, an ideological Secretary of Educat…

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Lois Anderson (ORTL) · [email protected]

September 28, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Here we go!!! It's LIVE.

 Dear John, ​Every fall for more than two decades, we've held an auction and dinner to raise the funds needed for the following year. We need $50,000 for 2021's planned outreaches. Thanks to generous sponsors and those donating in lieu of attending the physical…

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Carly Gabrielson, Team DeFazio · [email protected]

September 28, 2020 at 1:29 AM

Even without a field to work in, our field team is the core of this campaign

Peter DeFazio for Congress     If it was any other year and Peter was facing the toughest election of his career, the plan would be clear-- we would build teams to organize house parties, knock doors, plan town hall meetings, and hand out lit. Thanks to Trump's failure to manage COVID,…

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Sarah Lane, JeffMerkley.com · [email protected]

September 27, 2020 at 9:57 PM

Two years ago today, Christine Blasey Ford told her story to the world

Jeff Merkley for Senate     Hello my name is Sarah Lane and I work for Senator Merkley's campaign. Two years ago today, the world heard Christine Blasey Ford's heart-wrenching testimony against Brett Kavanaugh in the Senate Judiciary Committee. I'll never forget how I felt in the days l…

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Lois Anderson (ORTL) · [email protected]

September 26, 2020 at 10:54 PM

President Trump picked Amy Coney Barrett!

Great news! President Trump selected a well-qualified pro-life woman to fill the vacancy left by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]

September 26, 2020 at 10:38 PM

Trump announced his pick. We must take back the Senate.

Jeff Merkley for Senate   Donald Trump has just announced his pick to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg on the Supreme Court. No surprise—his pick is someone who has been clear about her desire to overturn the Affordable Care Act and strike down Roe v. Wade. This Supreme Court seat should be fil…

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Earl Blumenauer · [email protected]

September 26, 2020 at 9:49 PM

On Amy Coney Barrett

Earl Blumenauer for Congress     John – With his announcement today that he's nominating Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, Donald Trump both dishonors the memory of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and endangers millions of working families. We've got to take back the Senate and stre…

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Ellen Rosenblum · [email protected]

September 26, 2020 at 6:14 PM

JUST HOLD OFF!

Ellen RosenblumI'm asking you to sign your name to our petition to call on the Senate to hold off on any confirmation of a nominee for the Supreme Court until AFTER the inauguration of the next president.     John, I am writing today to ask for your help. As I am sure you already know…

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Rob Wagner · [email protected]

September 26, 2020 at 2:37 PM

A walkout-proof majority? It's in reach.

Rob Wagner for Oregon     Republicans in the Oregon Senate have walked out on Oregonians three times in the last 16 months. Instead of listening to the broad majority of Oregonians and showing up to their jobs, Senate Republicans decided to throw a tantrum and leave the peoples' busine…

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Earl Blumenauer · [email protected]

September 26, 2020 at 1:04 AM

Flip it Friday heads to South Carolina

Earl Blumenauer for Congress     Everyone loves a great underdog story – right, John? Well, look no further than Adair Ford Boroughs, who's running for Congress in South Carolina's District 2 (yes, you heard that right – we can flip South Carolina.) We’ve got to take the Senate and new…

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Suzanne Bonamici · [email protected]

September 25, 2020 at 8:19 PM

How many more?

Bonamici For Congress     Today I am thinking about Breonna Taylor, the 26-year-old woman who was gunned down in her sleep by three police officers more than six months ago. Earlier this week, news broke that not one of the officers involved was charged in her death. This is not justice…

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Peter DeFazio · [email protected]

September 25, 2020 at 7:25 PM

Thrilled to have President Obama's endorsement.

Peter DeFazio for Congress     I just learned that President Obama has endorsed our campaign! I'm proud to endorse Peter DeFazio for Congress. He will work to get the virus under control, rebuild the economy and the middle class, and protect Americans' health care and preexisting condit…

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Ron Wyden · [email protected]

September 25, 2020 at 6:08 PM

We need more people like Mark

Wyden for Senate Let me bring you up to speed on our road to taking back the Senate in November. In Arizona, Mark Kelly has been able to maintain a consistent lead against his incumbent Republican opponent, Martha McSally. But as we know all too well, Donald Trump and his buddies are…

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Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]

September 25, 2020 at 5:50 PM

Iowa, Maine, North Carolina, Colorado, Montana, Georgia

Jeff Merkley for Senate     The one question I get asked all the time is this: How are we going to win back the U.S. Senate? Here's the good news: There are lots of paths to the majority. We need to win a net three seats and the White House — and I'm confident we can do much better than …

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Peter DeFazio · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 11:44 PM

Honor RBG's Legacy: Protect the Court - Defend the Future!

Peter DeFazio for Congress     As I stopped by the Supreme Court of the United States yesterday to honor the life and legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, congressional Republicans were lining up to back Mitch McConnell and Donald Trump's power play. The hastiness of this nominati…

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Alek Skarlatos · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 8:48 PM

I've been given an ultimatum

Alek for Oregon I have 6 days to show the RNC I can raise $100,000 in September. If I don't, there will be no help from the national party in my race. Will you help me? We'd hate to see you go but if you'd like to unsubscribe, click here. John, I've been given an ultimatum. If I'm …

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Ron Wyden · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 8:07 PM

What's next for health care and the Supreme Court

Wyden for Senate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's passing grieves me dearly, and I know that many others across America will be lighting candles in her memory for weeks, months, and years to come. Her unparalleled conscience, compassion and leadership on the Supreme Court will be sorel…

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Doug Moore · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 6:26 PM

The election is 40 days away, help us elect environmental champions

  Dear John, The 2020 General Election is only 40 days away. We are in the final push to elect pro-environment candidates in important races from local to statewide. Will you help us get our endorsed candidates across the finish line by making a contribution…

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Oregon GOP · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 2:10 AM

Your Exclusive Invite: Reagan Dinner 2020 (Live Online Event)

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Captain Mark Kelly · [email protected]

September 23, 2020 at 7:27 PM

I'm running to restore science, data, and facts back to Congress.

Jeff Merkley for Senate     In a moment, I'm going to ask you to make a contribution to my campaign, but first I want to introduce myself. My name is Mark Kelly. I'm a retired Navy combat pilot, former space shuttle commander, and the husband of former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. N…

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Liberty Pike (ORTL) · [email protected]

September 23, 2020 at 5:43 PM

Just a quick note this week!

Dear John,Here's a quick round-up for the week!Last week, Justice Ruth Bader-Ginsburg passed away, leaving a vacancy on the Supreme Court. President Trump has promised to nominate a pro-life woman to replace her. His list is quite promising. Please add your nam…

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Ellen Rosenblum · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 10:13 PM

The time for climate action is now

Ellen RosenblumIn the past three-and-one-half years, along with my Democratic AG colleagues, I have fought back against the Trump Administration's damaging rollbacks of environmental regulations and attempts to impo     John, This month’s wildfires have visited horrible harm on Oregon…

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Rob Wagner · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 9:50 PM

Please make sure you have the information to keep yourself safe.

Rob Wagner for Oregon     These have been difficult times for us. The last few weeks especially so. Thousands across the state and up and down the west coast have lost their homes or businesses. From the bottom of my heart, I want to extend my condolences to everyone who has lost their…

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Lindsey Scholten · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 8:30 PM

A quick question for you, John, on National Voter Registration Day!

A new survey question for you...   Dear John, It’s been a while since we sent out our first and second member survey questions, but we’ve been saving the third for a special occasion...National Voter Registration Day! Today, on National Voter Registration Day…

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Team Bonamici · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 8:12 PM

I will vote, will you?

Bonamici For Congress     Here in Oregon, we've had statewide vote-by-mail for years. This year there's been a substantial push across the country to expand voting by mail, to ease the barriers for absentee voting, and to make sure every eligible voter can exercise their right. Because…

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Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 4:01 PM

McConnell: stalled on COVID, racing on SCOTUS

Jeff Merkley for Senate     Frankly, it's outrageous. It has been 129 days since the House of Representatives passed the HEROES Act, a $3 trillion package for COVID-19 relief and recovery. Families across the country have lost jobs, lost their health care, and struggled to make ends me…

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April Christenson · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 1:14 AM

Congratulations Vacasa Raffle Winners!

Thank you to everyone who entered our Vacasa raffle! The five lucky winners are: Jonathan Poisner, Nova Newcomer, Walt Mintkeski, Allen Hancock, and Mary Scurlock. You will all be receiving a $1000 Vacasa gift certificate! We will be contacting you directly with information on how …

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Suzanne Bonamici · [email protected]

September 21, 2020 at 8:25 PM

Moving mountains.

Bonamici For Congress     On Friday night we lost Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, one of our country's most committed, principled, and inspiring leaders. Throughout her career – first as a lawyer fighting for gender equality and then as a Judge – Justice Ginsburg inspired countless lawyer…

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Ellen Rosenblum · [email protected]

September 20, 2020 at 9:39 PM

The Beloved and Notorious RBG-- A Remarkable Legacy to Preserve

Ellen RosenblumWe all know that what happens over the next few weeks will determine the direction -- and the very essence -- of our nation for years to come. By fighting for RBG's legacy, we will be defending Americ     John, At 4:37 this past Friday afternoon, I received a text from a…

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Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]

September 20, 2020 at 7:01 PM

This is a time to weep. And a time to organize.

Jeff Merkley for Senate   Wow. The outpouring of support from Democrats all across the country in the last two days has been extraordinary—all with one mission: Taking back the U.S. Senate. I launched the Blue Wave Project to get the job done; to direct resources to exactly where they're nee…

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Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 7:19 PM

We cannot allow RBG to be replaced by a right-wing ideologue.

Jeff Merkley for Senate     Last night, America lost a giant. She stood just an inch over five feet, but Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a towering force in our nation for decades. She died on the first evening of Rosh Hashanah—the Jewish New Year. In her Jewish tradition, one who dies on Rosh…

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Francesca Varela · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Announcing the Nature Nearby Photo Contest winners!

  Dear John, As this difficult week comes to an end, I wanted to send you something to help cheer you up—the winners of the OLCV Nature Nearby Photo Contest! Since early last week, most of us have been staying inside to avoid the intense wildfire smoke. Yest…

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Bill Currier · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 4:50 PM

Brown had enough money to hand-out $200 million in state employee bonuses but not wildfire prevention

Kate Brown always puts herself and her pals before us. Oregon is burning -- but at least Kate Brown’s friends got their pay raise … ALERT:  Brown had enough money to hand-out $200 million in state employee bonuses but not wildfire preventionI wanted to pass this al…

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Ron Wyden · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 1:17 PM

The case for retaking the Senate has never been stronger.

Wyden for Senate Just minutes after learning of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death, Mitch McConnell announced his intention to immediately bring Donald Trump's next Supreme Court nominee before the Senate for a vote. Let me be clear: McConnell is strip-mining the Constitution for ev…

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Ron Wyden · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 1:58 AM

A staggering loss for all of us.

Wyden for Senate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death is a staggering loss for all of us. We must honor her by respecting her final wishes. The American people should have a voice in the selection of their next Supreme Court Justice. Therefore, this vacancy should not be filled until …

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Ellen Rosenblum · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 11:31 PM

USPS UPDATE: We stopped DeJoy and Trump in their tracks

Ellen RosenblumLike many Americans, I was shocked and disheartened to see the removal and carting away of mailboxes and sorting machines just ahead of a major national election.     John, Yesterday a Federal Judge issued a federal injunction against Postmaster General DeJoy immediate…

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April Christenson · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 1:01 PM

Last chance: enter to win a $1000 Vacasa gift certificate!

  Dear John, Thank you to everyone who attended our Virtual Annual Celebration for the Environment last Friday! I am happy to report that it was a big success. With the help of generous supporters like you we can continue to fulfill our mission: protecting…

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Julia DeGraw · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 12:31 AM

Stand up to fossil fuel interests at an Oregon Climate Action Plan town hall!

  Dear John, We need your help protecting the Oregon Climate Action Plan (OCAP) from the fossil fuel industry! In two weeks, join us for a virtual town hall hosted by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, and speak up in support of a strong climate…

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Senator Jeff Merkley · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 12:12 AM

More Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Less Brett Kavanaugh.

Jeff Merkley for Senate     We need to take this very seriously. Donald Trump, in his campaign for a second term, has said that Senator Ted Cruz is a top candidate for the next Supreme Court vacancy. The Supreme Court. Donate $3 right now. Because we can ensure this doesn't happen …

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Suzanne Bonamici · [email protected]

September 17, 2020 at 10:43 PM

An update on the wildfire relief efforts

Bonamici For Congress     It's been a distressing few days in Oregon. Damage from the fires has devastated our communities and the air quality here has made international news. There is still a lot of uncertainty, but I am grateful to our first responders and firefighters for their tire…

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Ellen Rosenblum · [email protected]

September 17, 2020 at 2:16 PM

I Stand With Planned Parenthood!

Ellen RosenblumThe people of Oregon, and throughout our country, deserve basic rights to control their bodies and their futures, and as the "People's Attorney," I will not rest as long as this freedom is under attac     John, Last week I was honored to receive the Marilyn Epstein Pro…

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