Dear John,

This Thanksgiving, as you gather to share time with friends and family, we encourage you to pause and join us in giving thanks. In the spirit of gratitude, our team members at Renew America have chosen to share what they’re most thankful for this year...

“I couldn't be more grateful to work with a team that is committed to protecting democracy—and restoring civility in our Union.” —Miles Taylor, Co-Founder

“I am thankful for the millions of Americans who are holding on to hope that our great nation will not only endure this trying time, but emerge stronger and more united than ever before. Together, we will.” —Joel Searby, National Political Director

“This year I'm thankful for all of the medical researchers and scientists for helping us combat Covid, all of the Renewer candidates, my family, friends and, last but not least, the World Series Champion Atlanta Braves.” —Drew McDowell, Chief of Staff

“I'm thankful to have welcomed a new Renewer into the world, and for the many Americans in the fight to build a better future for him.” —Mike Ongstad, Communications Director

“I am thankful for my family and friends. On a professional note, I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a talented group of people at Renew America who are as dedicated as I am to protecting democracy.” —Mary Anna Mancuso, National Spokeswoman

“Personally, I'm thankful for my family, friends, and colleagues. Nationally, I’m thankful for Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger for tenaciously standing up for truth and accountability. Locally, I’m thankful for the countless government workers and volunteers who’ve kept the business of democracy going, despite the lies, madness, and threats of the past year. They give me hope.” —Melissa Amour, Managing Editor, The Topline

“I’m thankful that empathy and decency are back in the White House. And I am thankful for the members of Congress and citizens who are fighting to protect the right to vote.” —Mike Brand, Advocacy Director

“This year I am grateful for my newborn daughter, her health, and my wife's health. I'm grateful for sports, which make life a little more fun, and I'm grateful for our country's public lands, which make life much more beautiful.” —Bryant Holloway, Program Associate

“I am grateful for my husband, who is a frontline healthcare worker, and for all of the other healthcare workers who have been working tirelessly and without complaint for almost two years.” —Lynn Schmidt, RAM Fellow

The sentiments expressed by our leadership team are only a few of the many reasons we are thankful this year. Collectively, we are deeply grateful for YOU, the Renewer, for standing with us and working alongside us to protect democracy and oust the Dividers. 

From all of us at Renew America, we wish you and your family a safe and happy Thanksgiving. 

Onward with gratitude,
Renew America Movement