Folks, can I explain something?

I was never “cool” growing up. I was the skinny kid with Coke-bottle glasses and a funny last name. For years, I was a geologist. Then, I got laid off and opened a brewpub in downtown Denver. I play the banjo. And I like to make corny jokes (personally, I think they’re hilarious).

It’s clear I’m not your typical politician. I wandered into politics because I believed I could make a difference. I was sick and tired of special interests taking advantage of everyday Americans, so I decided to do something about it.

Because of that, we do things a little differently around here. We refuse donations from corporate PACs. And instead of relying on wealthy billionaires to fund my campaign, we depend on hardworking folks like you to power everything we do.

So, I’m personally asking you to make a donation of anything you can afford to help us reach our critical mid-quarter fundraising goal next week. The only way we’ll catch up in time is with your grassroots support:

If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately:

I’ve got to head into work now. As I’m sure you know, we’ve been very busy this week.

Thanks for your support. It means so much.

— John