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February 26, 2022 at 4:29 PM

The BLOCK: What to read this Saturday

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February 25, 2022 at 9:12 PM

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

Dwight Evans for Congress Sign our petition urging the Senate to confirm Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. → John, Today, President Joe Biden kept his promise to the American people and nominated Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to serve as the first Black woman on the Supreme Court of the United…

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February 22, 2022 at 9:42 PM

Black history is American history.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — We're coming up on the end of Black History Month, but we know that our history can't be contained in just 28 days. In Philadelphia, we have centuries of Black history to celebrate, revisit, and reflect on year-round. Our city has been the home of legen…

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February 19, 2022 at 6:01 PM

The lawyer behind Texas' abortion ban now has his sights set on Pennsylvania

Dwight Evans for Congress John, Pennsylvania Republicans filed a lawsuit trying to STOP the Pennsylvania Supreme Court from approving new congressional maps. But, it gets worse; they just brought in the lawyer behind the draconian Texas abortion ban to make their case. Meet Jonathan Mi…

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February 17, 2022 at 7:06 PM

The water main break in Kingsessing is yet another symptom of a failing infrastructure

Dwight Evans for Congress John, Last week, a water main ruptured in Southwest Philadelphia's Kingsessing section, flooding the neighborhood with thousands of gallons of water. This break is shutting down schools, ruining homes, and forcing evacuations. This isn't the first time Philade…

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  Michael Dineen, Team Evans · [email protected]

February 15, 2022 at 7:44 PM

A look at ActBlue this morning

Dwight Evans for Congress John — The FEC mid-quarter fundraising deadline is coming up tomorrow, and I wanted to check in. After taking a look at ActBlue this morning, I have to be honest — I'm worried. Over the past few days, I've noticed that our fundraising has been inconsis…

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February 12, 2022 at 4:20 PM

You deserve to thrive — not just survive.

Dwight Evans for Congress John, Often the core issues we face every single day — racial injustice, disparities in health care, climate change, a stagnant economy — combine to create one singular struggle that impacts working people. Today, I want to talk to you about a bill that will ta…

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February 10, 2022 at 7:21 PM

We need to save the USPS from Louis DeJoy

Dwight Evans for Congress John — Donald Trump may no longer be president, but Postmaster General Louis DeJoy is still doing his dirty work. FIRST: DeJoy actively tried to sabotage the United States Postal Service in 2020 to try and make it harder for people to vote-by-mail in the presi…

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February 9, 2022 at 6:21 PM

We deserve a democracy that actually looks like us.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — I was born and raised in Philadelphia. Today, I'm in Congress representing the same exact neighborhoods I grew up in. Representation matters, especially in politics. Knowing this, I can't count the number of times I've walked into a room and immediately…

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February 6, 2022 at 2:30 PM

RNC's latest move is despicable.

Dwight Evans for Congress "G.O.P. Declares Jan. 6 Attack ʻLegitimate Political Discourseʼ" John, I'm livid. The Republican Party is now calling the deadly attack on our nation's Capitol building "legitimate political discourse." You read that right. The Republican National Committee…

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  Michael Dineen, Team Evans · [email protected]

February 5, 2022 at 7:01 PM

GOP is rigging our elections right under our noses

Dwight Evans for Congress John — Sorry to bug you on your weekend, but this is important. Last week, the Commonwealth Court ruled vote-by-mail "unconstitutional." This is an enormous blow to voting rights and our democracy. Pennsylvania is one of the most competitive states in the countr…

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February 3, 2022 at 9:05 PM

What are your thoughts on universal basic income?

Dwight Evans for Congress We have exciting news to share, John! Philadelphia will soon join other U.S. cities in launching a guaranteed income pilot program. It will offer individuals up to $500 a month with zero strings attached. Listen, universal basic income isn't unprecedented or fu…

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February 1, 2022 at 10:10 PM

Black History Month is a call to action

Dwight Evans for Congress Happy Black History Month, John! Today, I want to touch on this year's Black History Month theme: "Black Health & Wellness." The pandemic uncovered what many of us already knew: there is a widespread disparity of access to quality health care for Black and …

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January 31, 2022 at 9:08 PM

Making sure you saw Dwight's last email

Dwight Evans for Congress John — We wanted to bump Dwight's message from yesterday. We saw a surge in donations after he reached out, but we're still falling short of our $15,000 end-of-month goal. We need to know if you can help us close the gap. If you're ready to keep fighting for a …

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January 30, 2022 at 7:01 PM

I have a quick update

Dwight Evans for Congress John, I don’t want to take up too much of your Sunday, so I promise to keep this brief. We have an important end-of-month deadline tomorrow at midnight that will determine the strength of our campaign going forward. What we raise now matters more than any last…

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  Michael Dineen, Team Evans · [email protected]

January 29, 2022 at 3:15 PM

We can't let the party of Trump take back the House

Dwight Evans for Congress John — In just a few days, our campaign is going up against the first end-of-month deadline of the year. We set a goal of raising $15,000 before then to make sure our campaign can hit the ground running. The next few months are crucial — Republicans only need …

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January 28, 2022 at 5:15 PM

The Commonwealth Court just struck down mail-in voting

Dwight Evans for Congress BREAKING: "Court ruling puts mail-in voting on hold in Pennsylvania" -- Fox43 The Commonwealth Court just ruled vote-by-mail unconstitutional in Pennsylvania. Join Dwight in condemning this undemocratic ruling. ADD YOUR NAME John — The Com…

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January 26, 2022 at 7:28 PM

The BLOCK: Dwight fighting for voting rights and other updates

Dwight Evans for Congress Here's what's been happening around the block:  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …

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January 25, 2022 at 9:22 PM

Trump wanted to "seize" voting machines

Dwight Evans for Congress John — The House's January 6 select committee has received the last of the documents that Donald Trump's lawyers tried to withhold from the public, and the evidence is beyond disturbing. In a draft executive order Trump never issued, he planned to direct the d…

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January 22, 2022 at 3:45 PM

Reproductive justice is racial and economic justice.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — I'm not going to mince words: on today's anniversary of the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision, we are looking back on the single worst year for abortion rights in nearly half a century. Last year, state politicians introduced over 600 abortion restri…

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January 19, 2022 at 5:38 PM

The Senate needs to stop Jim Crow 2.0

Dwight Evans for Congress John — The work to defend our voting rights from extremism isn't in the distant future. It's happening right now. FIRST: Galvanized by Donald Trump's "Big Lie," GOP state politicians in at least 19 states passed 34 laws restricting access to voting in 2021. T…

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January 17, 2022 at 3:30 PM

Today is a call to action

Dwight Evans for Congress We must defend voting rights. John — Today, folks around the block are celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day through acts of service. If you're in a position to give back — I encourage you to do so. You can check here for opportunities to take part. We are cel…

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January 14, 2022 at 4:19 PM

Why I need to count on you

Dwight Evans for Congress John — Yesterday, our campaign reached out to you about the first mid-month deadline of the election year. We have until midnight tonight to reach our $5,000 goal, and we have $1,049 left to raise. But, before I ask you to contribute your hard-earned dollars, I…

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January 13, 2022 at 5:17 PM

What we do now will directly impact the midterms.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — We know November might seem like a long way off, but early investments are key to winning any campaign. And we'll be honest, if we plan on defeating the odds and defending the Democratic House majority in the midterms, we need to hit the ground running r…

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January 11, 2022 at 6:02 PM

Marjorie Taylor Greene has been suspended from Twitter.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — Twitter has permanently suspended Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene's personal account for spreading misinformation about COVID-19. And what we'll say is: it's about darn time. Since day one in office, Greene has been spreading misinformation, tweet…

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January 7, 2022 at 4:44 PM

Tell the Senate: make an exception to the filibuster

Dwight Evans for Congress John, Donald Trump's insurrection may have failed, but the attacks on our democracy didn't end on January 6. State and local politicians aggressively eroded voting rights in 2021, especially the rights of voters of color. Without a doubt, 2022 will bring a new…

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January 6, 2022 at 4:16 PM

The Senate needs to make an exception to the filibuster.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — I will never forget January 6, 2021. For the first time since the War of 1812, a mob of armed insurrectionists breached our Capitol building. Many wore and carried symbols of white supremacy, and they brought these symbols of hate into the People's Hous…

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January 4, 2022 at 6:10 PM

Join Dwight in supporting local Black and brown workers

Dwight Evans for Congress Let's recap, John: Last November, President Joe Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act into law. This bill is HUGE. It will create overdue repairs to our nation's roads, bridges, transit, water, and sewer systems. It will help rebuild our crumb…

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January 1, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Kicking off 2022 right now!

Dwight Evans for Congress John, No matter how you rang in 2022 last night, I wanted to wish you and your loved ones a very happy and healthy New Year. We overcame the odds more than once last year to support our communities and improve the lives of Philadelphia families. And that's why …

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December 31, 2021 at 11:45 PM

Looking back on a big year

Dwight Evans for Congress John, On the last day of the year, I'm wishing you a Happy New Year's Eve, and I want to say thank you. 2021 wasn't an easy year — for any of us. We're still battling COVID-19, and our community is continuing to face systemic challenges that existed long before…

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December 30, 2021 at 5:19 PM

Your Congress Wrapped Is Here.

Dwight Evans for Congress Ready to get into the thick of it?  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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December 27, 2021 at 6:30 PM

Two quick things

Dwight Evans for Congress John — I hope you're having a happy and healthy holiday season! I just wanted to touch base about end-of-year fundraising. To start, I have good news and bad news: To help Dwight start 2022 strong, our team set a goal of raising $15,000 before the end-of-yea…

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December 24, 2021 at 4:06 PM

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday season!

Dwight Evans for Congress John — I wanted to wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday season! No matter how you are celebrating, I sincerely hope you are able to safely spend time with the people you love. As we show gratitude this holiday season, it's important to…

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December 22, 2021 at 3:30 PM

If you open one email in your inbox today, let it be this one.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — We know your inbox is probably full of last-minute holiday deals and — let's be honest — political emails just like this one. But, we wouldn't be reaching out to you if it weren't important. When the 117th Congress began this year, Dwight and House Demo…

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December 21, 2021 at 2:30 PM

The BLOCK: Protecting Our Democracy Act, vaccine drive, and other updates!

Dwight Evans for Congress Here's what's been happening around the block:  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …

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December 18, 2021 at 3:31 PM

Trump was the wake-up call we can't ignore

Dwight Evans for Congress I have good news for our democracy, John — Last week, I proudly voted the Protecting Our Democracy Act through the House. This package of pro-democracy reforms will prevent the abuse of executive power and restore Congress as a meaningful check on executive aut…

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  Michael Dineen, Team Evans · [email protected]

December 16, 2021 at 3:51 PM

Planned Parenthood Action Fund endorsement!

Dwight Evans for Congress John, We just secured another endorsement — the Planned Parenthood Action Fund (PPAF) has endorsed Dwight for Congress! 2021 has been the worst year for reproductive rights since Roe v. Wade was decided in 1973. States have enacted at least 106 abortio…

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December 14, 2021 at 7:31 PM

The Sierra Club just endorsed Dwight!

Dwight Evans for Congress We have two important updates, John! First, the Sierra Club has officially endorsed Dwight for 2022. Since 1892, the Sierra Club has protected America's wild places and wildlife and worked to move the nation toward a safe, clean energy future. Dwight is proud t…

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December 10, 2021 at 10:22 PM

Fwd: Join Dwight in demanding Rep. Boebert be held accountable

Dwight Evans for Congress We're bumping Dwight's note to the top of your inbox, John. Rep. Lauren Boebert directed racist, Islamophobic remarks at Rep. Ilhan Omar. Dwight is demanding Boebert be held accountable and is removed from her two committee assignments immediately. In a post-in…

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December 9, 2021 at 5:06 PM

Remove DeJoy and make the holidays bright and merry.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — We'll be frank, one of the best gifts anyone could give to the United States this holiday season is to remove Louis DeJoy from his seat as Postmaster General. DeJoy's made mail delivery intentionally slower while raising postage prices and making provis…

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December 8, 2021 at 8:31 PM

Lauren Boebert needs to be held accountable.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — When Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene incited violence against members of the House, GOP leadership did nothing. And when Rep. Paul Gosar posted a disgusting animated video, the GOP did nothing. It's clear Republicans aren't holding extremism accountable in …

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December 7, 2021 at 12:09 AM

We need to have a conversation about reparations.

Dwight Evans for Congress John — Today's an important anniversary. It marks 156 years since the states ratified the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery and involuntary servitude "within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction." Slavery may have been officially outl…

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December 3, 2021 at 6:51 PM

Need John to tell the Senate to act

Dwight Evans for Congress John — It's been two full weeks since Dwight and the Democratic House majority passed the Build Back Better Act, which includes universal Pre-K, affordable health care for seniors and people living with disabilities, a $150 billion investment in housing afforda…

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December 1, 2021 at 7:06 PM

Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization

Dwight Evans for Congress John — Supreme Court justices just heard arguments for Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization today. The Mississippi attorney general is asking the Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, and there are a lot of reasons why I'm terrified that might happen. Right n…

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November 30, 2021 at 4:32 PM

Reaching our November goal

Dwight Evans for Congress John — I promise to be quick. We have an important end-of-month deadline tonight at midnight, and as of this morning, we only have $416 left to raise to reach our goal. I know we can close this gap, but I'm counting on this grassroots team to help us get ther…

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November 29, 2021 at 7:34 PM

The GOP's disinformation campaign has consequences

Dwight Evans for Congress John — Here's the deal: National Republicans' misinformation campaign isn't happening in a vacuum. Their lies have consequences, and it's leading to a sham election audit right here in Pennsylvania. The GOP is only five seats away from taking the House, and th…

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  Dwight Evans for Congress · [email protected]

November 26, 2021 at 3:00 PM

The BLOCK: "Officials look at how infrastructure law will benefit African Americans" + other updates!

Dwight Evans for Congress Here's what's been happening around the block:  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …

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November 24, 2021 at 6:31 PM

Help Philadelphia tackle food insecurity this Thanksgiving

Dwight Evans for Congress John – I wanted to send a quick note to let you know how grateful I am for your support. Thanks to your activism, passion, and energy, we elected President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris last November. We held on to the Democratic House majority. A…

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  Dwight Evans Finance Team · [email protected]

November 23, 2021 at 6:44 PM

Looking at your donor record

Dwight Evans for Congress John, We'll be honest, the odds are stacked against House Democrats in the 2022 election. The GOP only has to take back five seats to win the House. And now, right-wing extremists are outraising six vulnerable House Democrats, including Reps. Lucy McBath and C…

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November 20, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Help me wish the president a Happy Birthday!

Dwight Evans for Congress Hello — When President Joe Biden was elected last November, he made a promise to the American people. He promised to do everything in his power to build our nation back better and rebuild the middle class. And John — he immediately got to work. Under his lead…

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