Ethan Rome · [email protected]

March 29, 2022 at 6:53 PM

Missed this conversation?

Watch Rep. Liz Cheney and Issue One’s Nick Penniman speak truth to power. John, “I can tell you with absolute confidence that our democracy is fragile… People have fought and they have died for this constitutional republic. And we cannot just throw it away because…

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  Sydney Richards · [email protected]

March 23, 2022 at 7:45 PM

Protecting Our Neighbors

Listen to the latest episode of “Swamp Stories” now. John, Our elections are run by dedicated full-time elected officials and by thousands of ordinary citizens who serve as poll workers — people who are our neighbors, friends, or family members. But since the 2020…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

March 17, 2022 at 6:24 PM

Don’t miss this conversation!

Tune in for my conversation with Rep. Liz Cheney John, Whether you’re a liberal, conservative, or somewhere in between, we need folks from across the political spectrum to defend our Constitution, the rule of law, and our democracy. This is true now more than ever…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

March 9, 2022 at 11:10 PM

We must save our democracy.

We must save democracy both abroad and at home. John, Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine has highlighted the very real fact that authoritarian forces are on the rise and that democracy is under attack across the globe. And as the U.S. government mobilizes to su…

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  Michael Beckel · [email protected]

March 2, 2022 at 10:03 PM

Hey Congress: Raise the pay floor for staff

Congress must invest more in all of its staff. John, Many congressional staff in Washington, D.C., especially young people starting out, don’t make a living wage. That’s outrageous, and it’s no way to run the U.S. Congress. Issue One’s new “Fair Pay” report expos…

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  The Issue One Team · [email protected]

February 28, 2022 at 8:44 PM

We stand with Ukraine.

Democracy is in peril around the world. John, Democracy is in peril — not just at home, but also abroad. The attack on Ukraine is the starkest example of that. Issue One released the following statement in response to Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine: “We a…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

February 15, 2022 at 8:34 PM

Stop the corruption.

It’s time Congress put an end to congressional stock trading. John, You know what’s outrageous? The fact that members of Congress can buy and sell stocks while in office and make millions in the market by receiving non-public information by virtue of their positi…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

February 8, 2022 at 10:05 PM

Can you call now?

This is our opportunity to strengthen our democracy. John, In the wake of the failure of critical voting rights legislation, there’s new bipartisan support developing on Capitol Hill for key election reforms, including updating the Electoral Count Act, protecting …

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  Sydney Richards · [email protected]

February 2, 2022 at 10:00 PM

What we’re up to.

Issue One is off to a great start! John, After an impactful 2021, Issue One is carrying that same energy into the new year with a busy January full of new podcast episodes, research reports, videos, and op-eds to support our efforts to fix our political system an…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

January 27, 2022 at 8:20 PM

“Stop the Steal” exposed

Join us for an important conversation about the 2020 election and future elections. John, I’m excited to share that I’ll be sitting down with Mark Bowden — author of “Black Hawk Down” — and Matthew Teague to discuss their new book, “The Steal: The Attempt to Overt…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

January 21, 2022 at 8:42 PM

The fight continues.

There’s a bipartisan path forward on election reform. John, While the failure in the Senate this week of the big voting rights and democracy reform bill was a disappointment for all of us, we at Issue One aren't giving up the fight. That’s why we released a brand…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

January 20, 2022 at 2:04 PM

I’m disappointed — but this is just the beginning.

Now it’s time for bipartisanship on behalf of our democracy. John, I’m sure you’re as frustrated as I am that the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act failed in the Senate last night. But we can’t let this setback get in the way of getting things done. I’m ready to …

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

January 19, 2022 at 3:30 PM

You're invited — Feb. 3rd book discussion with Mark Bowden & Matthew Teague

Hi, John. As you know, we at Issue One are deeply concerned about the state of our democracy, the fraud narrative that is undermining faith in our elections, and what this dangerous trend will mean in 2022 and beyond. That’s why we are so eager to share with you the work o…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

January 14, 2022 at 4:12 PM

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

It all comes down to freedom. John, On Monday, the country honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. for his powerful work to advance civil rights, economic justice, and so much more. The most meaningful way we can honor Dr. King is to take action on landmark legislation…

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  Sydney Richards · [email protected]

January 11, 2022 at 4:26 PM

RE: Our democracy needs us.

The Senate must protect the freedom to vote. John, As we alerted you last week, Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has said that the Senate could vote on the Freedom to Vote Act and the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act as soon as this coming Monday, Martin L…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

January 5, 2022 at 9:14 PM

Our democracy needs us.

Tell the Senate to step up and protect our democracy. John, Tomorrow marks the one year anniversary of the deadly January 6 insurrection. And since that time, we’ve continued to see our democracy and democratic institutions threatened by partisan extremists. Thr…

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  The Issue One Team · [email protected]

January 1, 2022 at 5:03 PM

Thanks for all you do.

We’re in this together. John, Happy New Year from all of us at Issue One! You, and the rest of the Issue One community, showed us so much support in 2021. And, more importantly, you showed up for our democracy time and time again. We advocated for commonsense poli…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 1:02 PM

Make your year-end gift now!

Hi, John. Before you ring in the new year tonight, don’t forget to hit send on your year-end donation to Issue One! The very foundation of our democratic system — free and fair elections in which every vote counts — is being undermined through deliberate and precise attacks. We …

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 3:30 PM

Two days to defend democracy — DOUBLE your impact with a match!

Hi, John. Just two more days remain to show how much you care about our democracy. And I have great news — the donations we receive over the next two days will be matched, dollar for dollar, by a generous Issue One donor. With your help, we can hit the ground running in 2022 to …

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

December 28, 2021 at 3:06 PM

Help us make a difference.

Support Issue One today so we can make a bigger impact in 2022. John, You already know the incredible challenges that American democracy faces. That’s why Issue One is energized and mobilizing like never before. But we only have a few more days until 2022, and we …

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

December 17, 2021 at 7:10 PM

We have exciting news!

You’re going to want to visit our website… John, Issue One has exciting news… We’re proud to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website! Our new site elevates Issue One’s diversity of issues and campaigns and the impact the organization has made as the le…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

December 14, 2021 at 7:26 PM

We’re $45,000 away from protecting our election workers.

Hi, John. It’s hard to believe we’re down to the last 18 days of 2021. While it’s tempting to look back and reflect on a year that has so greatly tested the strength of our democracy, we absolutely MUST look forward to 2022 and beyond. Our 2022 strategy includes a campaign to pr…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

December 14, 2021 at 6:57 PM

We’re defending democracy.

Will you join us? John, This year has tested the strength of our democracy. The repeated assaults and stresses on our systems have been downright frightening. And while I could have never fathomed an assault on the U.S. Capitol, or threats made against the lives o…

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  Sydney Richards · [email protected]

December 10, 2021 at 4:43 PM

You’re Invited: Important event on the future of democracy

Author Ibram X. Kendi, Governor Deval Patrick (and many more) – and you! John, Democracy — at home and abroad — faces an existential crisis. That’s why we launched the Reimagining American Democracy Series and have put together an amazing program on the heels of …

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  Evan Ottenfeld · [email protected]

December 8, 2021 at 8:42 PM

Breaching the public’s trust

Listen to the latest “Swamp Stories” episode! John, You’ve likely seen numerous news stories recently about members of Congress leveraging their insider knowledge for personal profit, trading stock while in office and diminishing the public’s trust in their repre…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

December 6, 2021 at 5:32 PM

25 days until 2022 — Defend democracy now.

Hi, John. I know we’re all busy this holiday season, so I will get right to it. I never thought we’d have to fight to protect free and fair elections in our great country. Yet, now we do. States across the country continue to pass partisan voting bills, and Congress won’t stop t…

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  Anne Snouck-Hurgronje · [email protected]

December 1, 2021 at 3:31 PM

That was amazing!

Thanks for helping us protect our democracy. John, Wow — even during a year that has thrown many challenges at folks, the Issue One community showed up on Giving Tuesday! Your generosity made it one of our biggest fundraising days of the year. Thank you! Because …

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

November 30, 2021 at 10:27 PM

There’s still time!

Our democracy is on the line. Help us protect it! John, Nick’s right. Our democracy was tested this year. But Issue One is fighting harder than ever before to win big reforms. We’re fired up and doubling down to win game-changing laws to fix our broken political s…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

November 30, 2021 at 3:44 PM

Democracy is on the line.

Help us protect it this Giving Tuesday! John, 2021 has been a year like no other. There have been countless threats to our democracy, from the violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol to the passage of highly partisan, restrictive voting laws across the country.…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

November 23, 2021 at 11:23 PM

Reflecting on the season and looking ahead

Hi, John. With the holiday season upon us, I hope you’re able to carve out space to rest and enjoy time with your loved ones. At Issue One, we have been reflecting on this past year and preparing in earnest for the next. Because of your support, we have …

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

November 23, 2021 at 9:55 PM

Exposing the lies

Check out episode 2 of our “Truthtellers” video series! John, In the latest “Truthtellers” episode, we’re tackling another baseless and dangerous claim made about the 2020 election, and continuing to expose the massive election disinformation campaign that former …

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

November 17, 2021 at 10:30 PM

The Senate should act now.

Tell your senators to protect our freedom to vote. John, You’ve likely heard the news. Senate Republicans have now filibustered both the Freedom to Vote Act and the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act — two critical pieces of legislation that will strength…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

November 3, 2021 at 9:19 PM

Voting legislation just blocked — again!

The Senate must stop playing politics and pass the Voting Rights Act. John, Yet another critical piece of legislation protecting your freedom to vote was just blocked on Capitol Hill. Senate Republicans just filibustered the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancemen…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

November 2, 2021 at 6:26 PM

URGENT: Call your senators now!

Tell your senators to support the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. John, IT’S OFFICIAL: There will be a vote on the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (S. 4) TOMORROW. It’s actually a vote on whether or not the Senate should take up the issue…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

October 27, 2021 at 6:32 PM

It’s time to strengthen our democracy.

The Senate has a historic opportunity to pass two pieces of critical legislation. John, I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: our democracy is on the line. That’s why we need the Senate to act now and pass two pieces of critical legislation that will help fi…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

October 20, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Our democracy is on the line.

The Senate must seize this opportunity and pass the Freedom to Vote Act. John, Debate was just blocked on the Freedom to Vote Act, the bill that Sen. Joe Manchin has been championing on Capitol Hill.   Senate Republicans know that Manchin has worked across the ai…

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  Issue One · [email protected]

October 19, 2021 at 4:16 PM

Your senators need to hear from you!

Tell your senators to support the Freedom to Vote Act. John, We’ve written to you before about calling your senators and telling them to support the Freedom to Vote Act, but this is an all-hands-on-deck moment. We expect that the Senate is going to vote on the bi…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

October 15, 2021 at 5:45 PM

>>>This is a critical moment.

Congress must pass the Freedom to Vote Act! John, Yesterday, Senate Majority Leader Schumer announced that there will be a vote on the Freedom to Vote Act NEXT WEEK. This is huge. Your senators need to hear from you today! This is our once-in-a-generation chance t…

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  Michael Beckel · [email protected]

September 30, 2021 at 8:39 PM

Close the loophole

New report: How members of Congress live lavish lifestyles paid for by lobbyists. John, New research from Issue One and Campaign Legal Center (CLC) shows that scores of lawmakers are misusing their leadership PAC funds to go to luxurious resorts and swanky restau…

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  Evan Ottenfeld · [email protected]

September 22, 2021 at 8:19 PM

Baseless

Watch our new video series that lays out the facts about the 2020 election. John, There’s a massive disinformation campaign that’s making baseless claims about the 2020 election, dividing the American people, and causing many to lose trust in our democratic proces…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

September 21, 2021 at 2:02 PM

The freedom to vote

Upcoming vote — tell the Senate to protect our elections John, This is an all-hands-on-deck moment for everyone concerned about the Freedom to Vote. There will be a critical vote in the Senate as early as next week and senators must hear from us now! Here’s the ba…

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  Michael Beckel · [email protected]

September 15, 2021 at 9:20 PM

WATCH: This is staggering

Check out our new video about the outsized influence of political megadonors. John, Issue One released a new video today that highlights the alarming, outsized influence that a handful of ultra-wealthy donors have in the post-Citizens United era. You may recall ou…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

August 25, 2021 at 8:27 PM

Honor John Lewis’ legacy

It’s time for the Senate to pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. John, Good news: the House of Representatives just passed H.R. 4, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act! This crucial piece of legislation will prevent discriminatory votin…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

August 17, 2021 at 7:02 PM

Help the U.S. Postal Service!

It’s time to pass this bipartisan bill that would strengthen the USPS. John, The United States Postal Service (USPS) plays a crucial role in our lives and is central to our election infrastructure. This was made abundantly clear during the 2020 presidential elect…

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  Meredith McGehee · [email protected]

August 4, 2021 at 8:43 PM

Helping improve Congress

The committee to modernize Congress just issued new recommendations! John, The bipartisan Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress took another important step forward in its efforts to make Congress more effective and function better for the American peop…

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  The Issue One Team · [email protected]

July 28, 2021 at 7:16 PM

Uncovering the truth

The House Jan. 6th committee held its first hearing to investigate the attack John, Yesterday, the House select committee investigating the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol held its first hearing, which included testimony from four officers who protected the…

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  Ethan Rome · [email protected]

July 15, 2021 at 8:46 PM

This is vital for a healthy democracy.

Show your support for a Congress that represents all of us. John, In the last Congress, more than half of the members were millionaires.1 The fact is, running for federal office can be expensive — and not just because candidates have to raise tons of money for t…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

July 2, 2021 at 5:49 PM

We are on the march.

Reflect, celebrate, and look ahead this July 4th John, The heat waves keep coming as July 4th approaches. No, not just the ones created by the weather, but the ones created by the Supreme Court, state legislatures, and Congress. These are tough times for our democ…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

July 2, 2021 at 3:59 PM

We are on the march.

Hi, John. The heat waves keep coming as July 4th approaches. No, not just the ones created by the weather, but the ones created by the Supreme Court, state legislatures, and Congress. These are tough times for our democracy, but also hopeful ones. The Court just punched two more…

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  Nick Penniman · [email protected]

June 29, 2021 at 9:10 PM

You're invited: The launch of the Partnership for American Democracy

Issue One is helping launch an exciting new initiative that responds to the urgent historic moment we are in: the Partnership for American Democracy. Issue One is proud to be a founding member of this coalition, which will serve as the national nerve center driving gre…

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