Friend – frankly, I've never been too concerned about looks. It's earned me descriptors like "rumpled," "wrinkled," and "disheveled," and I'm fine with that. Fighting for the Dignity of Work doesn't require a perfect wardrobe.

It does require loyalty, integrity, and solidarity, though – so you'll see me showing up in my American-made, union-made suit and tie, maybe a little disheveled but not worse for wear.

When all is said and done, I promise to never stop fighting for the Dignity of Work. Whether you punch a time clock or swipe a badge, work for tips or earn a salary, raise children or care for an aging parent, I'm fighting for you.

But right now, I need your help. I'm in the fight of my life to defend Ohio's seat – and experts say that what happens here could decide the Senate majority. With polls showing this race neck and neck, the only way I can win is with a massive grassroots movement full of folks like you. So please:

Before my midnight fundraising deadline, will you chip in $5 or more so I can win in Ohio and keep the Senate blue? I'm running a grassroots campaign, so I simply can't win without your support.

Thank you, friend.

In disheveled but earnest solidarity,