Team,

On Friday, our nation lost a trailblazing legend in the fight for justice. Ruth Bader Ginsburg broke down innumerable barriers for women and marginalized communities throughout her career. Her fearless resolve to move our nation forward has served as an inspiration to millions of Americans, myself included.

As some of you know, Justice Ginsberg and I shared not only a passion for progress but also a love for the opera, and I would see her from time to time at Wolf Trap. Two years ago my daughter and I were there and we got the chance to chat with her and tell her what a role model and hero she was for us personally and for so many others. This weekend, as I reflected on her passing with my family, I felt such gratitude for the chance to thank her in person.

Now, as we mourn, we must also join together to carry forth her legacy of upholding our highest democratic values. That means Justice Ginsburg’s seat should not be filled until the next president is sworn in! Sign on now if you agree →

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But, unsurprisingly, the reaction from Republican leadership over the weekend has been absolutely callous and undemocratic as Trump and McConnell rush to replace Justice Ginsburg. Not only does this fly in the face of the precedent they set four years ago to ensure Supreme Court Justices are not appointed in the final months before an election, it also goes against Justice Ginsburg’s final wish just days before her death: "My most fervent wish is that I will not be replaced until a new president is installed.”

Sign on now to demand the Senate respect Ginsburg’s dying wish and the voice of the American people by waiting until after the presidential swearing-in to vote on a new justice.

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I know, these last several months have been exhausting as we give everything we have to fight for the soul of our Democracy in the midst of unprecedented turmoil. So, I truly want to thank you, and the rest of Team Connolly, for continuing to join me in turning our collective anger, fear, or sadness into progressive action, especially in light of this grave loss -- I’m honored to have you by my side.

Congressman Gerry Connolly
Virginia's 11th District

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Gerry Connolly is a Democratic member of Congress and represents Virginia’s 11th district, located in Northern Virginia. Gerry and his wife Smitty have lived in Fairfax since 1979 and have one daughter, Caitlin. Gerry previously served as the Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. In Congress, Gerry has worked continuously to grow Northern Virginia’s economy, to ensure a world-class education system, and to preserve Social Security and Medicare. If you would like to keep Gerry fighting for Northern Virginia, please donate to his campaign by clicking here.