Hi friend,

Let’s be clear: censorship is the tool of authoritarians.

Over the past few weeks, Trump and his extremist allies have tried to silence journalists, punish comedians, and muzzle critics who dared to hold them accountable. If they can get away with that, what’s next? 

Silencing voters. Silencing Brooklyn. Silencing you.

I won’t let that happen.

I’ve demanded an FCC oversight hearing, I’ve called out this abuse of power, and I’ve used my platform to make sure Black voices and progressive voices cannot be erased. However, speaking the truth isn’t enough on its own; we also need the resources to fight back.

Tomorrow is our critical FEC end-of-quarter deadline. That means that my fundraising numbers will be reported publicly, and if we don’t share a strong report, Trump and MAGA Republicans will take it as a sign of weakness that we don’t have the will of the people on our side. Will you chip in $25 or more? We need to raise $5,000 before tomorrow at midnight.

Together, we’ll ensure that our communities are loud, proud, and unshakable in the face of Republican extremism. Because no President, and no authoritarian movement, will silence Brooklyn.

In solidarity,

Yvette D. Clarke