John, this is exactly why we started Leaders We Deserve.
So we could endorse candidates like Donavan McKinney — and take on ineffective, corrupt incumbents like Shri Thanedar in the Democratic primaries.
Donavan is a young organizer, a fighter for Detroit, and someone who actually delivers. He’s already helped secure:
✅ $600 million to replace lead pipes poisoning Michigan families
✅ $10 million for community violence intervention
✅ Millions more for public schools and community centers
Donavan’s written bills to stop monopoly utility companies from buying off politicians while Detroiters are left choosing between heat and groceries.
Now he’s running for Congress — and he’s refusing corporate PAC money.
Because he’s not here to play the game. He’s here to change it.
Shri Thanedar has spent years cozying up to special interests like AIPAC and using personal wealth to buy his seat. Meanwhile, people in Detroit are still struggling to afford rent, stay safe, and access basic services. People wonder why the Democratic party’s approval is so low, but when we have corrupt, ineffective representatives in our party it's no wonder voters aren’t excited to get behind our message.
Donavan is the opposite of that. He’s shown up for his community his entire life and he’s never stopped fighting for working people.
That’s the kind of leadership we need. And it’s exactly why we launched Leaders We Deserve in the first place: to support badass young progressives like Donavan who are taking on the status quo and building power from the ground up.
This is one of the most important primaries in the country. We need to help Donavan win this race and we’re counting on grassroots donors like you to make it possible.
Help elect a real leader to Congress. Donate $5 to Donavan McKinney and Leaders We Deserve today.
Thank you, John.
David Hogg
