Folks --

Eleven years ago, I sent an email from the DNC shortly after a minority of senators blocked a commonsense background checks bill. They blocked it right after the tragic shootings in Sandy Hook.

That bill ultimately failed, but I wasn’t giving up. I've been in politics a long time. I've seen time and time again that real, lasting change isn't always immediate.

I’m emailing you today to tell you that just a few days ago, my administration finalized a rule closing a loophole in our gun laws that allowed firearm dealers to sell guns without performing background checks.

I share this story because when that vote failed after Sandy Hook, no one thought we'd ever get this done. But I never stopped fighting -- you never stopped fighting -- and we did it.

I know there’s so much more we need to do to save lives. If we can win four more years, there's no telling how much more we can accomplish for the American people. But I am sure it will include more things you may have never thought possible.

But I can't do it alone. This grassroots support funds our campaign. It powers our victory and makes our progress possible. But none of it happens without your response. So, I am asking:

Can you please make a $25 contribution to my reelection campaign before our mid-month fundraising drive ends tonight? It will take the whole team to win this race, and I need you today.

When you pitch in a few bucks here and there, you put your own hard-earned money on the line and vouch for me and the things we've accomplished together.

I can't tell you how much that means to me. I have a lot of respect for you, friend, and for this team. I know you understand how important this is.

Thank you for your support,

Joe

Joe Biden
President of the United States