John – I just left a tough phone call with my campaign manager. At the rate we're going, we're not on track to reach our critical end-of-quarter goal.

This isn't good – especially since we're in a critical month for our campaign.

Analysts at CNN are calling me one of the most vulnerable senators in the entire country, and Politico reports that Ohio could decide Senate control. A Trump-allied group just launched a brand new TV ad attacking me – and now, polls show this race is a dead heat.

That's why missing our goal is simply not an option. I know this team, so I know we can get back on track to win in Ohio and defend the Senate – but not unless folks like you chip in before midnight tonight.

So please, John, I'm urgently asking: Will you split $25 between me and Democracy Defense Fund – or as much as you can spare – to help me close my fundraising gap and protect this battleground seat?

Thank you so much for your support.