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June 1, 2020 at 7:14 PM

America on fire

What an incredibly sad week for America. While the destruction and violence threaten to further divide us, let's bear in mind that 89% of Americans agree that the charges against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin are appropriate, or that he should have been charge…

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  The Topline · [email protected]

May 29, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Unrest and an arrest in Minneapolis

The killing of George Floyd is further evidence that there is a significant problem with the way some police officers approach their work, especially when it concerns African Americans. Most officers serve honorably, but the actions of those who do not—and a police culture that…

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

May 29, 2020 at 2:37 PM

We are failing...

We are failing the promise of liberty. From our government agencies to private institutions and even our very social fabric. We are failing the promise of our constitution and the bedrock principles of our nation.     John, We are failing the promise of liberty. From our govern…

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  The Topline · [email protected]

May 28, 2020 at 7:14 PM

A somber milestone

The Supreme Court of Texas has struck down a plan that would allow voters at risk for contracting coronavirus to vote absentee this year. In its ruling, the court declared that a “lack of immunity to COVID-19 is not itself a 'physical condition' that renders a voter eligible to…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

May 27, 2020 at 10:52 PM

Amidst staggering loss, leadership has never been more important

This week, the United States of America hit a grim milestone in our fight against the Coronavirus. More than 100,000 American lives have been lost, with many, many more likely in the coming months. The toll on our nation, our communities, and our families is nearly unmatched in our history, and …

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  The Topline · [email protected]

May 27, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Twitter gets tough

As we recall all too well from 2016, disinformation shared on social media can have a devastating impact on elections. It’s not an easy task for social media companies to monitor and remove or refute disinformation on their networks, but it’s a necessary one. An even more chall…

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  The Topline · [email protected]

May 26, 2020 at 7:44 PM

America observes an atypical Memorial Day

A Florida court ruling on Sunday marked a win for criminal justice and voting rights. U.S. District Court Judge Robert Hinkle ruled that the right to vote for hundreds of thousands of felons who have completed all the terms of their sentence, including probation and parole, is …

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

May 25, 2020 at 1:25 PM

Memorial Day

This Memorial Day looks different from previous years. The nation is battling a pandemic and states are working to slowly re-open, but the spirit of this day has not changed. We honor those who served in our military and made the ultimate sacrifice to secure our freedoms. Their commitment to pro…

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  The Topline · [email protected]

May 22, 2020 at 6:59 PM

Face masks are the newest political statement

For years, veterans' groups have pointed out that the true meaning of Memorial Day was lost to picnics, beach excursions, and cookouts. This year, with Americans gaining a newfound appreciation for the everyday freedoms so many veterans gave their lives to protect, the signific…

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  The Topline · [email protected]

May 21, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Two weeks may have saved 36,000 lives

Slowly emerging out of coronavirus lockdown is in some ways as disorienting as those surreal mid-March days when widespread closures and the new pandemic reality began. We're coming to grips with a changed world, in which the “before coronavirus” era is over and may never come …

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  Mike Ongstad · [email protected]

May 21, 2020 at 1:51 PM

Did you see the big news?

Stand Up Republic is launching a new initiative to rally current and former Republican voters to break old party lines and vote for a new president in 2020.     Hi John, Things have been developing very quickly, so I wanted to make sure you saw the big news last week. Stand Up …

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  The Topline · [email protected]

May 20, 2020 at 7:00 PM

All 50 states are reopening

Blaming China for the coronavirus pandemic has become something of a rallying cry for Donald Trump and his supporters. And indeed, China is far from blameless in its specious management of the crisis. But Trump has actually mirrored China's own delayed action and blame-shifting…

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  The Topline · [email protected]

May 19, 2020 at 6:59 PM

Trump admits to taking drug

The HEROES Act passed by the House last week would do more than provide direct assistance to Americans struggling during the coronavirus pandemic; it would allocate funding to states as they prepare for a November election that will look a lot different than usual. Every state …

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

May 15, 2020 at 6:24 PM

Rallying the Trump opposition

Putting our country on a better path, with a renewed focus on our founding principles, will require current and former Republicans of conscience to support new leadership in America.     John, Over the past three and a half years, Americans have been subjected to Donald Trump’s …

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

May 12, 2020 at 9:25 PM

Fwd: Deflecting and distracting

Fwd: Deflecting and distracting Fauci and others testify to Senate as SCOTUS hears arguments in Trump tax case Hi John, We are pleased to send you this copy of Stand Up Republic Foundation’s free newsletter, THE TOPLINE.  As “democracy’s daily digest,” THE TOPLINE featu…

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  Mike Brand · [email protected]

May 8, 2020 at 6:37 PM

🚨ACTION ALERT: Tell Congress to support vote-by-mail funding

Tell Congress to support funding for safe and secure elections in November!     Hi John, We need your help. Soon, Congress will vote on another coronavirus spending bill. We must ensure that this bill includes specific money to help states conduct safe and secure elections in No…

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  Richie Alicea · [email protected]

May 4, 2020 at 9:37 PM

Fwd: Virtual Discussion - Holding Safe Elections During COVID-19

Did you see this?       Hi John, Did you see our email last week about the important virtual discussion we're hosting on Wednesday?  It's imperitive that we hold a free, fair, and safe election this November while still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic — and we've asse…

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

April 29, 2020 at 8:36 PM

Fwd: US reaches two grim milestones

Fwd: US reaches two grim milestones Surpassing a million cases of COVID-19 and more deaths than in the entire Vietnam War Hi John, We are pleased to send you this copy of Stand Up Republic Foundation’s free newsletter, THE TOPLINE.  As “democracy’s daily digest,” THE TO…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

April 29, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Virtual Discussion - Holding Safe Elections During COVID-19

The coronavirus has forced all of us to make changes in our lives, staying at home, becoming teachers to our children, and postponing or rescheduling plans. But, there is one thing that we cannot reschedule this year, the general election in November.     Dear John, The coronav…

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

April 24, 2020 at 4:13 PM

Trump failed the 3AM crisis

The failures of the Trump presidency have always been clear, but they’ve never been as dire as they are during this pandemic.     John, The numbers are staggering. More than 50,000 Americans have succumbed to the coronavirus, and hundreds of thousands more could have long term h…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

April 17, 2020 at 12:36 AM

Spread hope: watch our latest video, “Stand Together”

The story of America is one marked by tragedy and triumph, hardship and success. We’ve fallen, floundered and even forgotten our way. But we have never quit. That’s what makes the American story an inspiration to people around the world; not ‘perfection,’ but perseverance.     J…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

April 11, 2020 at 3:01 PM

Helping in your community during these trying times.

Nearly a month into our national efforts to stop the spread of coronavirus, we are all adjusting to significant lifestyle and work changes. During times like this, it’s critical that we come together and help those in need of support.      John, Nearly a month into our national …

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  Mike Brand · [email protected]

April 7, 2020 at 7:31 PM

Voting in WI is a worst-case scenario, make sure it doesn’t happen again

Today, voters across the state of Wisconsin are being forced to choose between their health and their right to vote.     John, Today, voters across the state of Wisconsin are being forced to choose between their health and their right to vote. After weeks of wrangling between the…

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

April 2, 2020 at 10:30 PM

Announcing our latest DefusingDisinfo project, with Molly McKew

It’s our duty as citizens to fight back with the truth. That’s what Defusing Disinfo is all about -   Crises can test the strength and resolve of any society. John, A global pandemic isn’t the only thing spreading around the world right now. Disinformation, a favorite weapon o…

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  Mike Ongstad · [email protected]

March 26, 2020 at 8:25 PM

We don't have to choose between our health and our vote.

We need your help to get states to implement vote-by-mail.     John, I hope that you and your loved ones are doing well in these trying times. It’s critical that we all listen to medical professionals and follow the guidelines for protecting ourselves and others in order to halt …

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

March 23, 2020 at 9:02 PM

A few important things you can do to help others

  Crises can test the strength and resolve of any society. John, Crises can test the strength and resolve of any society. They create fear, and in the case of the coronavirus, they forcibly divide us from one another. But crises also present an opportunity for us to remember w…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

March 12, 2020 at 4:49 PM

Coronavirus: be prepared, be practical, be proactive

  National crises are times to come together as a people, even when the nature of the disease demands we remain apart physically. John, National crises are times to come together as a people, even when the nature of the disease demands we remain apart physically. While the cor…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

March 9, 2020 at 9:16 PM

Why do you defend democracy?

Can you take 5 minutes and fill out this survey so we can learn what issues you care about?   Thank you, John, for being a part of our nationwide movement to defend and strengthen our democracy. We cannot do this work without people like you.  Because we value your support and y…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

March 4, 2020 at 5:40 PM

Our biggest event yet!

  Encouraging, uplifting, inspiring. Those were the three words most frequently used to describe Saturday’s inaugural Summit on Principled Conservatism. John, Encouraging, uplifting, inspiring. Those were the three words most frequently used to describe Saturday’s inaugural Summ…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

February 26, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Why do you defend democracy?

Can you take 5 minutes and fill out this survey so we can learn what issues you care about?   Thank you, John, for being a part of our nationwide movement to defend and strengthen our democracy. We cannot do this work without people like you.  Because we value your support and y…

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  Mike Ongstad · [email protected]

February 20, 2020 at 9:02 PM

Chip-in to grow the coalition for 2020

  We have to change the way we think about our elections. John, Presidential primaries can be a bit daunting to follow. The stories and polling seem to break by the hour, and everyone is trying to predict what will happen even before the votes are cast. It can easily turn into…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

February 11, 2020 at 8:11 PM

Register Today to join the Summit on Principled Conservatism

  Stand Up Republic and Principles First are excited to announce a one-day grassroots summit in Washington, DC on Saturday, February 29. John, What does principled conservatism look like? Can it reinvigorate the pursuit of liberty, truth and equality in America? What can you …

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

February 7, 2020 at 7:34 PM

INVITE: Summit on Principled Conservatism

  Stand Up Republic and Principles First are excited to announce a one-day grassroots summit in Washington, DC on Saturday, February 29. Join us February 29th in Washington, DC! Stand Up Republic and Principles First are excited to announce a one-day grassroots summit in Washin…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

February 6, 2020 at 5:02 PM

This is Day One

Yesterday’s vote closed the door on this impeachment fight.   John, This is day one. Yesterday’s vote closed the door on this impeachment fight. It proved once and for all that craven politics rule the day in Mitch McConnell’s majority. It wasn’t the perfect cover-up McConnell h…

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  Evan McMullin · [email protected]

February 5, 2020 at 12:32 AM

State of the Union

  Tonight you will likely hear an accounting of the country’s successes over the last 3 years. John, Tonight we will likely hear an accounting of the country’s successes over the last 3 years in President Trump's State of the Union address. We’ll hear about employment, consumer …

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  Mike Brand, Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

February 4, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Tomorrow: Show the Senate We Reject the Cover-Up

  Join thousands of Americans across the country who are mobilized with a simple demand: Reject the Cover-up. Hi John, As we prepare for Senate Republicans to vote to acquit President Trump, join thousands of Americans across the country who are mobilized with a simple message: …

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  Mike Brand · [email protected]

February 3, 2020 at 5:35 PM

Join Us and Reject the Cover-up

  Join thousands of Americans across the country who are mobilized with a simple demand: Reject the Cover-up. Hi John, We have watched and listened to the variety of excuses from Senate Republicans as to why they did not want to hear from witnesses during the impeachment trial. …

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

January 31, 2020 at 10:49 PM

Senate Republicans refused to do their jobs. Let's do ours.

  Today, Senate Republicans put their seal of approval on a lawless presidency and a coordinated cover-up. John, Today, Senate Republicans put their seal of approval on a lawless presidency and a coordinated cover-up. Only two Senate Republicans were willing to put truth and the…

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  Mike Ongstad · [email protected]

January 30, 2020 at 8:08 PM

This is our last chance, make your stand today.

  This is the last stand for the truth in the Senate. John, This is it. This is the last stand for the truth in the Senate. Tomorrow our Senators will prove to us who they are. Do they believe in justice, truth and the Constitution? Or do they believe only in their own selfish p…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

January 29, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Last Chance: Register now for tonight's call with Evan and Mindy

  Time’s running out to register for tonight’s exclusive call with Executive Directors Evan McMullin and Mindy Finn. John, Time’s running out to register for tonight’s exclusive call with Executive Directors Evan McMullin and Mindy Finn. Make sure your voice is part of the criti…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

January 27, 2020 at 10:08 PM

You’re Invited: National Grassroots call with Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn

  Our executive directors, Evan McMullin and Mindy Finn, are inviting you to a nationwide grassroots call on the 29th. John, America is facing so many challenges today, that it can be difficult to keep up. How do we know where to put our energy? How can we keep our focus on the …

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  Mike Brand, Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

January 27, 2020 at 8:10 PM

This Wednesday Help Us “Swarm the Senate” in DC

  This Wednesday, January 29th hundreds of citizens are going to convene on Capitol Hill. Will you join us? John, This Wednesday, January 29th hundreds of citizens are going to convene on Capitol Hill to demand that the Senate allow witnesses and documents during the impeachment…

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  Mike Ongstad · [email protected]

January 27, 2020 at 6:58 PM

Bolton must testify. Help us make it happen.

  We’re upping the ante with a new TV ad, demanding Senator Collins honor her oath and stick to the same standards she held in the Clinton Impeachment. John, New reports from John Bolton’s book are devastating. It reinforces what the evidence already shows, that Trump ordered th…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

January 24, 2020 at 10:32 PM

Join Evan & Mindy for a national grassroots call - 01/29/2020

  Our executive directors, Evan McMullin and Mindy Finn, are inviting you to a nationwide grassroots call on the 29th. John, As a supporter of Stand Up Republic, we know you understand how to put country over party. But with all that’s troubling our great nation today, it can be…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

January 22, 2020 at 1:30 PM

Time is running out for a fair trial in the Senate. Make your voice heard.

  There’s a ticking clock, counting down the hours until the Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell sweeps the president’s crimes under the rug. John, There’s a ticking clock, counting down the hours until Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell sweeps the president’s crimes unde…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

January 15, 2020 at 9:46 PM

Impeachment is in the Senate’s hands. Justice is in ours.

  Join us in demanding the Senate trial be carried out fully and faithfully. John, After a month of speculation and negotiation, the articles of impeachment against President Donald J. Trump are finally in the Senate’s hands for trial. In that time, our expectations for what the…

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  Mike Ongstad · [email protected]

January 9, 2020 at 9:08 PM

Help us fight for a fair Senate trial.

  Here are 2 things you can do to help us demand a fair and full trial in the Senate. John, Our nation is facing a political crisis. But while the American people are looking to Congress to faithfully and fully explore the impeachment charges pending against the president, Major…

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

December 31, 2019 at 7:15 PM

The new year brings new opportunities, and new challenges

  Tonight we say farewell to 2019 and turn our thoughts to the new and pivotal year that lays before us. John, Tonight we say farewell to 2019 and turn our thoughts to the new and pivotal year that lays before us. As we celebrate the turning of the calendar, and the hope and po…

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  Stand Up Republic · [email protected]

December 23, 2019 at 1:56 PM

Happy Holidays, from Stand Up Republic

  The season is a welcome respite, and a chance to look back on the last 12 months, and forward to the year to come. John,   As the year draws to a close, many Americans are looking forward to time with friends and family. The season is a welcome respite It's a chance to look b…

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  Evan McMullin & Mindy Finn · [email protected]

December 19, 2019 at 1:53 AM

The House did their duty by impeaching, now it’s the Senate’s turn

  America marked a new, sad historic benchmark today. John, America marked a new, sad historic benchmark today. For only the third time in our history, a sitting president was impeached by the House of Representatives. Impeachment is a permanent mark on America’s politics, repre…

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