Friend, I wanted to reach out one last time ahead of my critical midnight fundraising deadline.

My GOP opponents are doing everything they can to flip Ohio red – from spending millions of their own money to flooding the airwaves with massive TV ad buys.

Unfortunately, their efforts to buy the election might be making an impact. A recent poll shows us losing ground. With Senate control on the line, we need to fight back immediately – but that takes resources, friend.

That's why I'm personally asking: As the GOP ramps up their spending to defeat me, I need your support. Every dollar you can spare helps me fight back. So please, before midnight, can I count on you?

Will you please give just $5 right now so that I can hit this critical $100,000 goal by midnight, defend Ohio's must-win seat, and help Democrats keep the Senate blue?

– Sherrod