Friends -- We wanted to give you an urgent update about the race. After the Governor put out the call for contributions to keep our TV ads on the air, folks like you responded in a big way.

But, just as we approached our fundraising goal, we learned that a group boosting Eddie Rispone are airing more false and phony attack ads. We're pushing back with the truth, but this is yet another reminder that our opponents will stop at nothing to try to defeat us.

Help us fight back by boosting our TV budget during this critical phase of the runoff. Friends, will you give $5 now so we can get our message out?

Your contribution right now will help ensure that everyone sees these attacks for what they are -- a desperate attempt to win this election by any means possible.

Thank you for being with us every step of the way,

Team JBE