John, before I ask you to support my reelection campaign, I want to give you an idea of why the stakes are so high in my race:
It's no secret that this election cycle is a historic one, but not all for the right reasons. In 2024 especially, ultra-wealthy conservative groups have poured resources into unseating progressive voices across the country.
FIRST: We saw these same groups pour millions into Jamaal Bowman's race in New York, where AIPAC's $17+ million in spending made his race the most expensive House primary in history.
THEN: Their success in New York didn't stop them from targeting Cori Bush in Missouri — where the $8 million spent to unseat her made it the second most expensive House primary in history.
NOW: Because of my commitment to fighting for 1️⃣ a permanent ceasefire, 2️⃣ our right to reproductive freedom, and 3️⃣ comprehensive immigration reform, my team and I have no doubt that these same groups are targeting my race right here in Illinois.
John, this doesn't discourage me from continuing to fight for what's right. In fact, it only strengthens my resolve to fight against the corrupting influence of big money in our politics.
But because I have never and will never accept donations from corporate PACs, defending my seat from these right-wing, ultra-wealthy groups is going to take deliberate action from folks like you. We need to ramp up my campaign's outreach efforts and ensure that voters know about my people-first vision for the future.
My End of Quarter Fundraising Deadline is right around the corner — to help us raise the $15,000 we need by the end of the month, will you chip in just a few bucks today in support?