Friend – I’ve been thinking a lot recently about how each of us can make a difference in our communities. It’s a sentiment I get from my parents – and I couldn’t be more grateful to have learned from them about fighting for what’s right. 

Take my dad, for instance. A veteran of World War II, Dad became a teacher who spent over 30 years inspiring students in his community to learn. And Mom? A tough-as-nails SEIU steward who organized her workplace to help not just our family but the families of her colleagues. Ultimately, it was their example that gave me the courage to put myself through night school and the Navy Reserve. 

In our lives, many of us encounter tough fights that test our mettle and define who we are. For me, one of those fights came in 2010 during my first reelection. Across the country, a huge Republican Tea Party wave gave the GOP a House majority. 

During that election, I kept coming back to how hard Mom and Dad worked to improve their communities. How they showed me the toughest things are worth fighting for. So, I campaigned harder than I ever had and was one of just a few freshman Democrats to win reelection. 

I learned something important that year: determination. So many people in our communities have the odds stacked against them – but when we fight together, we can lift everyone around us and improve each of our lives. That’s why I’ll continue fighting for Michiganders and people across the country, friend. 

So, even as the NRSC – Mitch McConnell’s super PAC to keep a Republican Senate majority – targets a MASSIVE $3 million attack ad against me, I know what I’m fighting for, and I know I can’t win without you. 

Friend, the Senate is on the line in Michigan – and your support will determine if we can defeat Mitch McConnell. I need you all in: Will you give $3 or more to defend Michigan’s Senate seat? Every dollar you give now will go toward winning this race and helping Democrats take back the Senate.

So much is on the line for every person in this country. Good middle-class jobs. Access to affordable health care. Quality education in our schools. Action on climate change and protecting the environment. I’m committed to defending and fighting for each of these issues because I know it improves lives. 

That’s why I’m determined to win this election. 

But this race is different than anything I’ve faced. The GOP has made me one of their top targets because if I lose, Democrats will have zero chance to take back the Senate. It’s why Betsy DeVos’ family has already poured $1 million into this race to defeat me. It’s why Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell are all in for my opponent. 

I have three words for them: Bring it on. 

Here’s what I’ve got they can never have: you. But the reality is that polls are showing this race tied, and truthfully, I suspect this election will be neck and neck until Election Day. That means every fundraising goal will make or break this race – and I just heard we need to raise another $15,000 tonight in order to win in Michigan and take back the Senate for Democrats. 

You’re what makes this team incredible, friend: Together we’re creating an unstoppable team that will win this race and help communities across the country. But I need your help immediately, so I’m asking you now: Will you donate $3 – whatever you can chip in to defend Michigan’s Senate seat – so we can win this reelection and take back the Senate for Democrats?

Together, we can make a difference. I can’t thank you enough for fighting this tough fight that will have an impact on all of us. 

Take care, 
Gary