John, I wanted to take some time today to share with you a personal note. I know it's long but I hope you’ll read until the end.

Rep. Krishnamoorthi and his parents

I’m the proud son of two Indian immigrants.

My family faced economic hardship when they first came here.

I grew up for a time in public housing and on food assistance.

I never imagined that one day I would become a Congressman.

That’s why I don’t take this job for granted, not even for a single day.

My family is the story of immigrants -- that’s why I’m fighting to protect refugees and immigrants.

My family faced prejudice -- that’s why I’m fighting to stop hate crimes.

My family faced economic hardship -- that’s why I’m fighting for a strong social safety net.

I will never forget the struggles my family and I faced.

That’s why I’m committed to giving every American opportunities to succeed -- and more.

John, I’m asking for your support today to help fight for the America that made my story possible. Democrats and I have an ambitious agenda, but we can’t get it done without widespread support. If my story resonates with you, and if you’re as excited as I am about the future we can build, will you consider rushing in $14 before my End of Month Deadline in 72 hours? >>

I’m proud of where I came from.

And I am here because of my parents, my family, my public school teachers, my neighbors and the communities who helped me along the way.

I had their help then.

Now, I’m asking for help again -- this time, from you. I’m humbly asking: can I please count on you to chip in before my End of Month Deadline in 72 hours? Anything you donate today will go further than you know.