Hi, John, it's Brad.

Like everyone else, I’m super stressed about the election on Tuesday, November 5 (and even post-season sports every night can only distract me so much). The all-too-real possibility of a Trump win feels terrifying – and at times, I admit, makes me doubt the capacity of our democracy.

But I always feel better when I start taking action. Volunteering for and donating to Democrats over the final couple of weeks is the best way to help the outcome – and, for me at least, the best way not to get lost in a cycle of poll-refreshing, doom-scrolling despair.

So, can you join at one of these upcoming volunteer events? It’s going to take all of us to protect our democracy and win on election day.

• Phone Bank for Pat Ryan (NY-18) on Thursday, October 17, 5:30 - 7:30 pm (TONIGHT!!!)
• Canvassing for Pat Ryan (NY-18) and New York Democrats on Sunday October 20 (bus leaves at 9:00 am from Union Square)
• Canvass for Sue Altman (NJ-7) on Sunday, October 27, 12:00 - 4:00 pm (There’s also a fundraiser for Sue Altman in Brooklyn this Sunday, please RSVP here if you’re interested)

And if you’re hungry to make an impact in one of the most important swing states, New York for Harris is organizing weekly canvassing trips to Pennsylvania through Election Day. Buses depart every Saturday at 9:00 AM from each borough.

• New York for Harris Bus to PA: NYC/Bronx Departure
• New York for Harris Bus to PA: NYC/Brooklyn Departure
• New York for Harris Bus to PA: NYC/Harlem Departure
• New York for Harris Bus to PA: NYC/Queens Departure

Kicking off a canvass for Rep. Pat Ryan.

The most impactful time to help ensure Democrats are victorious up and down the ballot is RIGHT NOW.

Even a couple hours knocking doors or making phone calls is the best way to have an impact on our election outcomes, and the best way to strengthen the muscles of democracy that we so urgently need.

The time is now. I hope you’ll join me.

All hands on deck,

Brad