John,

In a moment, I will ask you to donate to our campaign to create a Georgia where opportunity is available to everyone — regardless of their background. But first, I want to tell you a story about why it’s so important to me to create a state where everyone is given a chance to thrive.

As the daughter of a librarian, I’ve always loved reading and expanding my vocabulary. This passion pushed me to enroll in AP English as a high school Sophomore.

One day in class, I submitted a paper I thought was well written and full of great insight. I patted myself on the back and expected to receive high marks on the paper. However, when I got it back, I was flabbergasted — I received a low grade.

Confused, I asked my teacher why I had received a low mark. She responded by telling me that I used words that were too big and it made the other students uncomfortable. So, she told me, I should simplify my language in class and in assignments.

I responded in a way that only a high school sophomore could cook up: if I couldn’t use my own words in her class, I would not use any.

Eventually, my parents were called by the school to sort the matter out. I agreed to end my silent strike, but my parents made it clear: I was there to learn and improve myself, just like everyone else.

Looking back on this incident, I can’t help but think that Brian Kemp has the same mentality as my English teacher — that the only folks who get the chance to grow are those who look, sound and speak like them.

John, this story is why I believe in One Georgia: we all deserve the chance to grow and thrive, not just some of us. And I believe we all should speak up, and use all the tools and words at our disposal to make ourselves heard.

And it is why I am humbly asking, John: with just 4 days left until early voting begins, will you help me build a Georgia where everyone thrives? Chip in to power my campaign today.

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Thank you for your support during this critical moment,

Stacey Abrams