John, I'm sorry to start your day with bad news, but I don't have anywhere else to turn. New polling shows me statistically tied with my GOP opponents in Ohio. That means we're LOSING ground in the race that could decide Senate control.
The good news is there's still time to right the ship – but we must act NOW. I set a personal goal to raise $100,000, and I'm counting on you to help us get there by midnight: Please, John, will you split $25 or more right now between my campaign and No Dem Left Behind to help me win in Ohio and keep the Senate blue? The stakes couldn't be higher. Reproductive freedom, affordable health care, our fight for the Dignity of Work, and more are on the line. We have so much to fight for but it's going to be a tough one. Right now, my wealthy opponents are pouring millions of dollars of their own money into this race – and based on this new poll, I'm concerned their spending spree could be working.
But with your grassroots support at this critical moment, I know we can turn this around and win. Your support is how I've won every tough race before, and I'm counting on you to come through now. Please, will you split $25, $50, or any amount at all between my campaign and No Dem Left Behind to help us reach this goal before midnight? Every dollar helps in our fight to protect Ohio's battleground seat and defend the Senate for Democrats. | 
