John,

This week one of my opponents triggered what is called the “millionaire’s amendment” — a rule that says if a candidate can afford to give their own campaign $250,000 or more out of their own pocket, annual limits are doubled and they can raise twice as much money from their donors.

John, elections are expensive. I know it and so do all my opponents, but here’s the thing: Elections shouldn’t be about who has the most money. We cannot simply sell the Mayor’s office to the highest bidder.

I am running to be your next Mayor of the City of Philadelphia because you should expect more and deserve better from our City. I not only have a proven track record of bringing real solutions to the table, I have built a career dedicated to service: That means putting people first.

Will you chip in $25 or even just $10 to help keep me in this fight? If we can’t keep pace with the influx of money from my opponent, we risk losing it all.

Thank you for your continued support and encouragement, John. It means more than you know.

— Derek Green