Friend --

If you're following the news around the country, you'll know that this has been a big week for Democrats. With Congress back in session, we're ready to make progress on the issues that matter to Americans -- no matter what Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell say.

And on top of all that, tonight in Houston, Democratic presidential candidates will debate again, with millions of people across the country watching.

At big moments like this, I want to make sure I'm hearing from you. As presidential candidates debate and Congress returns, will you let me know what's on your mind?

Please, take a minute to tell me your top priority for progressives this fall. Let me know today.

I'm excited for what we can accomplish together in the upcoming months. But I know that for every step we take forward, we face a president, administration, and Senate majority that's going to push back -- hard.

If we're going to stop Donald Trump's backward agenda and make progress for Americans, our priorities and goals can't come from the top down. They're going to come from you -- the grassroots.

That's why, as candidates are speaking tonight about the issues that matter most to them, I want to hear which ones matter most to you.

Let me know what's on your mind. Fill out my Fall Priorities Survey today!

Thank you,

Maria Cantwell