Friend – 31 days. That's how long we have to defeat Marco Rubio, flip Florida blue and defend our Senate majority.

Growing up poor, Black and female in the South, not a lot of people gave me a chance to do much of anything. But I'm standing here today, with more than half a million supporters beside me, on the cusp of taking the lead and winning this Senate race. I can barely believe we're only 31 days out.

I'm running this race to ensure that everyone can reach their American dream like I have – but I need your help in this final sprint: Marco Rubio's super PAC allies are pouring MILLIONS into this race to defeat me, and recent polls show me TIED with Rubio.

Experts say that Senate control could all come down to my race in Florida – so falling short of my goal tonight is not an option: With less than one month until Election Day, missing tonight's goal risks losing ground in this race and handing Senate control to Mitch McConnell. Will you donate $5 or whatever you can spare to defeat Marco Rubio, win this race and protect our Senate majority?

I can't thank you enough for your support.

– Val Demings

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