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Newsletter - Keeping Up With Callie
01/05/2026
Hi John,
As we step into the new year in Upper and Northern Michigan, you have a real opportunity to make a difference and be part of something great. This is a place shaped by tough winters, long miles, and people who don’t back down. People with sisu .
We roll up our sleeves and get to work, not just for ourselves, but for our neighbors and our communities. From our small towns and tribal communities to our lakeshores and forests, this region has always been built by folks who show up for one another. Our campaign is about honoring that grit and determination — listening, fighting for our way of life, and making sure our voices are heard in Washington. The year ahead is full of possibilities, and we can only seize it together.
If you’re ready to help build a future that reflects our values, please consider donating or volunteering today — your support powers this movement forward.
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Issue Spotlight: Let's Enjoy L.I.F.E
We’ve been through a lot this past year. Prices are too high, healthcare is harder to afford, and too many people are being made to feel like their struggles matter less. Know this: No matter who you are, where you were born, or how much money you have in your pocket, your life matters; you matter.
That is why our platform is grounded in the values we were promised: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness . For me, that means fighting every day for an Affordable L.I.F.E [[link removed]] — lowering everyday costs, making healthcare truly accessible, and expanding opportunity so people can build a future without fear of falling behind.
We hear from people across our district whose premiums continue to rise, who are one increase away from losing coverage altogether, or who’ve already been forced to go without care. We don’t need a concept of a plan — we need a real plan that lowers costs and protects coverage. And until we see that plan, we must extend healthcare subsidies so families, seniors, and working people aren’t left uninsured.
But I will fight for your opportunities and your dignity with everything I have, because here in Northern and Upper Michigan, we stand up for our neighbors and we don’t stop until the job is done.
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Callie on the road 🚗
2025 Travel Recap [[link removed]]
As I travel across the district, I hear the same thing again and again: people are working hard and still struggling to get by. Seniors tell me they’re worried about the rising cost of food — even pet food. I heard the story of a woman in her 50s battling cancer whose healthcare premiums have climbed to $1,200 a month while she’s also putting a child through college. A man on a fixed income shared that his Medicare Part D costs are going up $80 a month. I spoke with a 27-year-old working full-time who’s given up on the dream of owning a home and can’t afford healthcare at all. [[link removed]]
I also met an 82-year-old who told me she’s thankful to have a full-time job because it means she knows she can afford her next meal. I’ve heard from senior meal programs forced to serve smaller portions as they try to help more people with fewer resources. And I talked with a woman earning minimum wage who drives an hour and a half each way to work because she can’t find affordable housing closer to home. These stories stay with me — they’re not abstract problems, they’re our neighbors, and they’re exactly why I’m running.
Upcoming Events
Jan. 17
Cedarville, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM - Meet and greet in Cedarville. Please contact us here [[email protected]?subject=Cedarville Meet And Greet Interest] for more information.
Keep an eye out for more events coming soon!
In the News 📰
Media Spotlight Media Coverage
Listen to our interview with Mike Grisdale, where we talk about the importance of having representation that listens, and how our Affordable L.I.F.E. platform is focused on delivering real results for this district. Listen to our recent interview with Nick Rhudy here
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Read about our affordable L.I.F.E. platform in the Daily Press here
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Watch this MSNBC video with our volunteer and veteran,
Paul Kratochwill
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Service Spotlight 💡
[[link removed]] This week, we’re celebrating our incredible Field Captain, Jim Ringwald of Roscommon County .
Jim is the kind of volunteer every campaign hopes for. From collecting petition signatures and raising donations to recruiting new volunteers and finding space to host events, Jim consistently shows up for our movement. His dedication, energy, and deep commitment to his community drive us forward. We’re incredibly grateful for Jim’s leadership and the many ways he helps power this campaign. Roscommon County is stronger because of him.
Thank you, Jim, for your hard work and can-do attitude!
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Your Story 📖
Take five minutes to share your incredible story with us by filling out your story submission form. We want to know what YOU are passionate about. What’s an important issue in your community that we should know about? [[link removed]]
Reach out to [email protected] [[email protected]?subject=Interest in Communications] if you want to join our communications team. We want to hear from everyone, and we can do that with your support.
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Call To Action 🚨
People like you power this campaign:
Donate: Campaign contributions directly impact our campaign's success, and we need your help. Donations are used to power the essentials of reaching voters - like printing literature, running ads, supporting staff, and keeping events and outreach efforts strong across the district. Donate [[link removed]]
Volunteer: Volunteering supports our campaign by building people-centered change. Expanding outreach, strengthening community connections, and showing voters that this movement is driven by neighbors, not corporations. Volunteer [[link removed]]
Host an Event: We are currently looking for supporters who are willing to host an event for me. We need to set up more fundraisers and meet-and-greets across the state, and we cannot do it without you! Host [[email protected]?subject=Host an Event&body=]
Campaign Store: Want some Callie Barr swag? Go to our campaign store and buy our merch! Your purchase helps fund our campaign, and you get some great apparel. Store [[link removed]]
Thank you for believing in this campaign and the future we’re building together.
I'll see you on the road!
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