Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

February 27, 2020 at 6:46 PM

We're on the ballot.

I’ll keep this short & sweet: on Tuesday, I officially filed to be on the ballot as a candidate for Congress in my home, Missouri’s 8th District.        Dear friend, I’ll keep this short & sweet: on Tuesday, I officially filed to be on the ballot …

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

February 25, 2020 at 12:40 PM

A closed-door “town hall” 🤔

Last week, my opponent Rep. Jason Smith and Missouri Gov. Parson hosted a “roundtable discussion” on healthcare.       Dear friend, Last week, my opponent Rep. Jason Smith and Missouri Gov. Parson hosted a “roundtable discussion” on healthcare...that was …

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

February 19, 2020 at 1:15 PM

Protecting the right to choose

More important than ever now...       Dear friend, Choice in reproductive healthcare is sometimes hard to talk about. There’s no doubt that abortion is a difficult topic, and can cause dissent when we need consensus, or halt conversation when what we need…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

February 17, 2020 at 6:15 PM

Endorsed by national advocacy group VOTEPROCHOICE

We're excited to announce a big endorsement!       Dear friend, We’re excited to share that Kathy has been endorsed by #VOTEPROCHOICE, a national organization dedicated to supporting and electing pro-choice champions across the country!     “Kathy Ellis …

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

February 14, 2020 at 6:00 PM

BIG endorsement announcement!

National advocacy group VOTEPROCHOICE supports Kathy       Dear friend, We’re excited to share that Kathy has been endorsed by #VOTEPROCHOICE, a national organization dedicated to supporting and electing pro-choice champions across the country!     “Kath…

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

February 13, 2020 at 9:10 PM

A vote against women and equality

Jason Smith proudly voted no today, and he should truly be ashamed of himself.       Dear friend, Today is a proud day for the ERA and for women across this country. I have been a vocal advocate for the ERA since I was young, and I am honored to see it fi…

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

February 11, 2020 at 11:01 PM

Get registered...and run for something!

      Dear friend, We are nearing the day when Missouri voters—and voters in Super Tuesday states—will go to the polls and select their preference in the presidential primary contest. But before you think about who to vote for, make sure you are register…

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  Team Ellis · [email protected]

February 6, 2020 at 2:32 PM

35 vs. 782

      Dear friend, Yesterday, we checked on our average individual contribution and found that right now our grassroots donors give an average of $35. We have such broad support from over 1,500 individual donors because Kathy is an authentic leader who s…

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  Team Ellis · [email protected]

February 4, 2020 at 9:21 PM

Kathy: $35 average donation 💪 vs. Smith: $782 🙄

      Dear friend, Yesterday, we checked on our average individual contribution and found that right now our grassroots donors give an average of $35. We have such broad support from over 1,500 individual donors because Kathy is an authentic leader who s…

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

January 31, 2020 at 1:45 PM

“The economy experiences record growth”

  Let’s talk about my opponent, Representative Jason Smith. In one of his more recent taxpayer-funded newsletters he says, “[The rise in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program applicants] has continued even as the economy experiences record growth… This is why I fought to inc…

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  Team Ellis · [email protected]

January 28, 2020 at 2:30 PM

🚨 Merch alert 🚨

      Dear friend, Did you see? Campaign t-shirts and sweatshirts are now available!  Order here ⬇️   Get yours today! All products are made in the U.S.A. and union-printed, and they're a great way to support the campaign. -Team Ellis           www…

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  Team Ellis · [email protected]

January 24, 2020 at 4:33 PM

T-shirts are here!

      Dear friend, We're so excited to officially launch our merchandise store today. Purchasing merch is a great way to support our campaign, all while enjoying a new t-shirt or sweatshirt.   Get yours today! All products are made in the U.S.A. and unio…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

January 22, 2020 at 10:28 PM

Protecting Roe

      Dear friend, Today, on the 47th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, I wanted to share some thoughts on the past few years.  As a Social Worker, I often tell my clients that the best way to work through anger and trauma is by taking action. After the electi…

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  Team Ellis · [email protected]

January 19, 2020 at 6:42 PM

Hope that can win

      Dear friend, Kathy and I just returned from a trip to DC where we met with a variety of progressive groups about supporting Kathy’s campaign for Congress in MO-08.  We told these groups about the dire state of the district - the five rural hospital…

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  Taylor, Campaign Manager · [email protected]

January 14, 2020 at 7:02 PM

Quick update...

      Dear friend, I'm just popping in with a quick update.  Yesterday, we asked you to consider supporting Kathy’s Campaign for Congress in MO-08. We were blown away by the support, and we’re so close to hitting our goal.  Your support allows us to cont…

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  Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

January 13, 2020 at 9:15 PM

We need 5 more donors from your state!

      Since we launched in June 2019, we’ve been blown away by the outpouring of support from every corner of this country. We know that we’re building a campaign that can flip Missouri’s 8th District in 2020.  Our donors are teachers, farmers, social wo…

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  Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

January 11, 2020 at 11:02 PM

Did you see Kathy's email?

      Hi, I’m Taylor, Kathy’s Campaign Manager. When Kathy first told me she was going to run again this cycle, I knew that it was the right call. Because I had seen first-hand the impact that Kathy’s first campaign had, and I knew our work isn’t done.  …

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  Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

January 9, 2020 at 4:41 PM

Why I'm running

    Dear friends, My grandparents grew up in Maries County, Missouri. As young adults, they moved to St. Louis, where my grandfather was the town barber and my grandmother worked for the postal service and helped to form one of its first local unions. Eventually, they moved to H…

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  Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

December 29, 2019 at 7:30 PM

Thank you and Happy New Year

      Dear friend, We’re happy to let you know that we met our goal for this quarter. With your help, we’ve raised over $105,000 so far in this campaign. That means we can start off next year strong with more forums, more community events—and a brand new…

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  Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

December 25, 2019 at 4:35 PM

Today, I’m grateful.

      Dear friend, No matter how you’re celebrating this year, our team wanted to send you a short note to say thank you. Thank you for your support, your contributions, your words of encouragement, your organizing work, and your friendship. The past six…

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

December 22, 2019 at 5:51 PM

Meet Lindsey

      Dear friend, I want you to meet my good friend Lindsey.  Lindsey Simmons is a young mother, accomplished lawyer, and lifelong Missourian running to unseat Vicky Hartzler in Missouri’s 4th District. She has a beautiful 1-year-old son named Jace, and…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

December 19, 2019 at 7:17 PM

Over $100k in 6 months

      Dear friend, It has been a crazy and turbulent year for many of us, it is safe to say.  Since Kathy announced in June, she has been working the phones, traveling the district holding substantive town hall meetings (on topics such as our broken heal…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

December 13, 2019 at 4:20 PM

🚨 Endorsement Alert! 🚨

      Dear friend, I'm excited to bring you an important update today: My campaign for Congress has officially been endorsed by the National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC)! NWPC works hard to recruit, train, and elect pro-choice women all across the cou…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

December 11, 2019 at 6:28 PM

Last night

      Dear friend, Last night, we held a grassroots fundraising event where more than 50 people attended and contributed, and we raised over $7500. There is so much energy out there, and a hunger for change.  We can and should compete everywhere. Up and …

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

December 6, 2019 at 7:10 PM

"We come down and we listen."

      Dear friend, Did you hear? Last week, St. Louis Public Radio, the largest Public Radio Affiliate in Missouri, featured our campaign for Congress. They highlighted our work, including the 15+ forums we’ve scheduled in the District, and our most rece…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

December 4, 2019 at 3:44 PM

7,000 cows next door

      "I don’t want that near my 67-acre farm, polluting my water. I’m hoping to pass our place on to our kids like other people here are.” This is from Missouri resident Candy Larson Soete. “That” is a large-scale concentrated animal feeding operation— …

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

November 28, 2019 at 5:12 PM

Giving Thanks

      Dear friend, Today is a day dedicated to spending time with friends and family, so I’ll keep my message brief.  When I consider what I’m most grateful for this year, I think first of you. Thank you for your support, your contributions, your words o…

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  Taylor Jackson, Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

November 25, 2019 at 5:59 PM

Friend, wish Kathy a happy birthday! 🎉

      Dear friend, Today is a very important day - it’s Kathy’s birthday! When I asked her how she was celebrating, she told me she was going to spend the day reaching out to supporters across the country to build power for our campaign - and she is. Rig…

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  Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

November 21, 2019 at 4:12 PM

Stamp out postage costs

      Dear friend, In a big, 30-county district like ours, we send lots of mail. It’s one of the most important ways we can reach supporters and get our message out, especially in areas where many don’t have easy phone or internet access. On average, we …

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

November 13, 2019 at 3:34 PM

Supporting puppy mills

      Dear friend, My name is Kathy Ellis, and I am a licensed clinical social worker and addictions counselor running for Congress in Missouri’s 8th Congressional District against Rep. Jason Smith. I’d like to tell you about Smith and puppy mills in our…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

November 11, 2019 at 4:00 PM

Today, we remember.

      Dear friend, Today, we remember – and honor – the incredible contributions of those who have served our country. Military service is something that my family has always taken seriously. As the daughter of a WWII Veteran, I know the immense dedicati…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

November 6, 2019 at 4:14 PM

Let's flip Missouri's 8th District

      Dear friend, Last night, we saw incredible Democratic victories in Kentucky, Virginia, and several of our own House Districts in Missouri - all areas deemed difficult to win after 2016. We saw Democratic voter turnout rise, people in rural areas sa…

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  Taylor, Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

October 31, 2019 at 8:30 PM

We're so close!

      Dear friend, As of this afternoon, we’re now only 44 donations away from our goal of hitting 1,000 individual contributions by the end of the month. If you didn’t see already, here’s what that means: Many of you have heard from me before. I’m Tayl…

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  Taylor, Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

October 30, 2019 at 2:13 PM

Friend, we only need 5 more donations from your state!

      Dear friend, Many of you have heard from me before. I’m Taylor, and I’m Kathy’s Campaign Manager. Today is the last day of the month, and that means we evaluate our monthly fundraising goals to see how our campaign is growing. I just took a look, a…

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

October 28, 2019 at 2:15 PM

Friend, did you hear about our goal?

      Hi there, Last week, our team sent out an email (see below) letting you know about our goal of having 1,000 individual contributions by the end of the month. Here’s where we are: Since we emailed you, we’ve reached 900 individual donations. That me…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

October 23, 2019 at 2:47 PM

Reporting back

      Hi there, Good news: with your help, we exceeded our quarterly goal at the end of last month. Here’s a little more insight on what reaching that number really looks like: So far, this campaign has received 871 individual donations The average onl…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

October 17, 2019 at 3:16 PM

re: Jason Smith

      Dear friend, As we build this campaign, we often get the important question, “What differentiates you from your opponent?” When it comes to Jason Smith, he and I couldn’t be more different, and his environmental policies are one area that really de…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

October 10, 2019 at 4:14 PM

Together, let's take on the climate crisis

      Dear friend, The place I call home has a deep connection to our natural world.  Southeast Missouri is a land of breathtaking natural beauty--boasting the rolling hills of the Ozark Plateau, vast, green expanses of Mark Twain National Forest, and t…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

October 2, 2019 at 5:12 PM

thank you for an overwhelming response

Friend, This past week, you heard from our team, and from Kathy herself, about our fundraising goals and what we want to do with the money we raise. We are blown away by the positive response we received! With your help, we exceeded our quarterly goal and have kept up the pace with our grassroo…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

September 30, 2019 at 10:49 PM

On track

      Dear friend, Good news! We’re on target to meet our goal by the midnight deadline tonight.  Your support so far has shown what grassroots campaigns and strong candidates like Kathy can do when we all pitch in. We’re on track to ending the month of…

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

September 30, 2019 at 2:30 PM

One last note

  Before our midnight deadline hits, I wanted to send one last personal message to you. I appreciate each one of you who has joined me in this work. Together, we are changing the fabric of MO-08 to be more caring, more fair, and more equitable.  Let’s continue our work: if you can, please conside…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

September 29, 2019 at 3:30 PM

we're almost there

      Dear friend, We’ll make this quick: we’re just barely shy of reaching our end of quarter goal. If you can pitch in— anything helps— we think we can make it before the deadline tomorrow.  Click below to make an immediate express contribution: If yo…

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  Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

September 28, 2019 at 2:57 PM

Progress report

      Dear friend, We asked for your help this week. There’s a big deadline coming up for our campaign, and we need everyone to step up if we were going to hit our mark.  As usual, our supporters came through in a big way. We’ve made major progress on o…

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  Taylor Jackson, Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

September 26, 2019 at 2:31 PM

Hitting our mark

      Dear friend, It can be hard to stay involved in politics these days. Sometimes the news is so depressing, the facts may seem blurry, and the avalanche of worries we have can start to really pile up. So the last thing you need is a politician holdin…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

September 24, 2019 at 2:45 PM

Now’s the time

      Dear friend, At the end of this week, we’ll be coming up on another major fundraising deadline. Since we launched in May, we’ve built the foundations of a strong campaign and have been building a real grassroots organization every day. Now, we’re g…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

September 17, 2019 at 6:40 PM

Standing with UAW workers

      Dear friend, As many of you have heard, at midnight on Sunday, the United Auto Workers Union members at GM went on strike to fight for better pay, fair benefits, and job security.  Unions have always been the backbone of our society. They have fou…

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  Kathy Ellis · [email protected]

September 13, 2019 at 5:33 PM

What we heard (and didn't hear) last night

      Dear friend, We had another Democratic presidential debate last night, and we heard a lot of things from a lot of the candidates. One thing we didn’t hear discussed enough is the economic and human cost of President Trump’s poorly-executed trade wa…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

September 2, 2019 at 2:20 PM

Happy Labor Day!

      Dear friend, Today is an important today. It is a day where we honor the great contributions of the labor movement and working class people in building a better society. Each day, union members across this country stand up and fight for the rights …

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

August 31, 2019 at 2:45 PM

Be the first donor in your state!

      Dear friend, Since we launched this campaign, we’ve heard from thousands of people that they’re ready for change. They’re ready for a candidate who is not beholden to corporate interests and lobbyists. They’re ready for a representative who cares a…

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  Kathy Ellis for Congress · [email protected]

August 23, 2019 at 2:05 PM

Our neighbors are dying

      Dear friend, [Please note: This is not a fundraising email. But my hope is that when you read about what is happening in our state, you will consider pitching in to some nonprofits that are working tirelessly every day to help.] I am fed up. So I w…

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