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  Dani, Thea and Paley · [email protected]
May 31, 2020 at 3:20 PM

Our mom

TITLE     Hi John, We are Dani, Thea, and Paley, Betsy Sweet’s daughters! It’s been a big week for us. Dani and Thea graduated (virtually) from college, and Paley has moved to Portland. All three of us are worried about the economy, our ability to find a job, paying off student lo…
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
May 30, 2020 at 4:48 PM

Dark Money is pouring into Maine

TITLE     NEWS: Dark Money is pouring into Maine RIGHT NOW. A SuperPAC with ties to Mitch McConnell is spending over half a million dollars on ads in Maine to elect Susan Collins and keep the Senate red and Betsy still beats her in the latest polls! ACTION: We need your help. Betsy…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 29, 2020 at 5:36 PM

Can you help us reach our major deadline?

TITLE     Hi John, We have a critical fundraising deadline Sunday at midnight. After Sunday, we only have one more full month left before the primary, meaning it’s more important than ever to get our message of progress and hope out to all Mainers. Can you help us reach our fundra…
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  [Important Update] Sweet HQ · [email protected]
May 28, 2020 at 10:30 PM

Betsy is BEATING Susan Collins

TITLE     Hi John, BREAKING NEWS: A new poll released this morning shows that Betsy Sweet CAN BEAT Susan Collins. This is huge, John. It proves once again that Maine is ready for change and we’re ready for it in a big way. Betsy will fight for Medicare for All and the Green New De…
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
May 27, 2020 at 7:23 PM

Sunrise Maine endorsement!

TITLE     Hi John, We’re excited to announce that Sunrise Maine endorsed Betsy Sweet! The Sunrise Movement is the leading youth-led movement committed to climate justice and to creating long-standing systemic change. Join Sunrise Maine in supporting Betsy Sweet today: If you'…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 26, 2020 at 11:21 PM

Education is a fundamental right

TITLE     Hi John, Education is the most powerful tool an individual has to break through glass ceilings. But for years our country has created countless obstacles which inhibit a child’s right to a good, quality education. Sign Here >> Education is a right and should be acc…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 24, 2020 at 3:42 PM

One week out

TITLE     Hi John, We’re exactly one week away from our end-of-month fundraising deadline. As we draw closer to our July primary, these deadlines become more important than ever. With our deadline approaching, we need your help – please consider making a donation of just $28 (our …
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
May 22, 2020 at 5:58 PM

Check out our webstore

TITLE     Hi John, You’ve been an essential part of this people-powered, grassroots movement and now you can rep the gear to prove it because Betsy Sweet’s webstore is back up and running!     Enter The Sweet Store Betsy Sweet is running to defeat Trump-ally Susan Collins…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 21, 2020 at 2:18 PM

We can’t end “hero pay” for essential workers

TITLE     Hi John, Since the coronavirus upended our world, essential workers have put their lives on the line everyday to keep us safe and healthy with the services and goods we need during this crisis. Many of these individuals are at the lowest end of the pay scale. I believe es…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 20, 2020 at 12:09 AM

Did they think we wouldn’t notice?

TITLE     Hi John, Unbelievable. While they thought we weren’t paying attention, the EPA has halted its enforcement of environmental laws. It’s no secret that Trump’s EPA has failed to adequately protect us from pollution and the harmful effects of climate change, but this decisio…
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
May 18, 2020 at 7:41 PM

John, do you have a moment to share your input on important issues?

TITLE     Hi John, As we head nearer and nearer to the end of this primary election – it’s never been more important that we hear from you on what’s driving your vote and your grassroots support. Will you take our May 2020 Supporter Survey?   TAKE OUR SURVEY Grassroots supp…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 17, 2020 at 8:17 PM

Susan Collins won’t hold Trump accountable

TITLE     Hi John, On Friday night, President Trump fired another Inspector General. Step by step, the President is dismantling our democracy. And Susan Collins does nothing. John, I’m running for US Senate because Susan Collins refuses to hold this President accountable. I need y…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 15, 2020 at 7:16 PM

More Americans want Medicare For All

TITLE     Hi John, Let’s get real. When Democrats run away from Medicare for All, THEY LOSE. This week my friend, Kara Eastman, a Democrat who supports Medicare for All won her primary for Congress in Nebraska. On the same day, Democrat Christy Smith, who would not back Medicare f…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 14, 2020 at 7:10 PM

She deserves an investigation

TITLE     Hi John, Tara Reade’s allegation against Joe Biden deserves a full and thorough investigation. Just like Dr. Christine Blasey Ford deserves a real investigation for her allegations against Justice Brett Kavanaugh, as do the 25 women who have accused President Trump of sex…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 13, 2020 at 4:05 PM

Campaign Update

TITLE     Hi John, We’re two months away from Maine’s primary election on July 14th. I just sat down with my Campaign Manager, and he said these next few weeks will be our most expensive yet. We can make a real difference and bring real progressive change to Washington – but I need…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 11, 2020 at 8:18 PM

John, help me deliver healthcare to every American

TITLE     Hi John, You want to know why progressive change is so difficult? Follow the money. The insurance and pharmaceutical industries have donated $43 million to 130 House Democrats – yes, Democrats. The same “Democrats” who oppose Medicare for All and have not signed Rep. Jay…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 9, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Trump, McConnell & Collins are holding us back

TITLE     Hi John, Donald Trump, Mitch McConnell, and Susan Collins are choosing party and politics over giving all Americans relief from COVID-19. I'm running for U.S. Senate to take down this dangerous trio. Support my campaign and together we can show Collins the door: If yo…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 7, 2020 at 4:06 PM

Big Banks need a taxpayer watchdog

TITLE     Hi John, To nobody’s surprise, Wall Street has found a way to take advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic. When the first Paycheck Protection Program was passed, Wall Street banks gave millions to their wealthiest clients while just a fraction of their small business clients…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 5, 2020 at 7:37 PM

TOMORROW: My event with the Justice Democrats!

TITLE     Hi John, TOMORROW: The Justice Democrats & their Executive Director, Alexandra Rojas will be hosting a Zoom fundraiser for my campaign! Join the conversation! Get your ticket TODAY! Alexandra Rojas is a CNN commentator and a rockstar in the progressive movement. We w…
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
May 4, 2020 at 7:22 PM

Need an Absentee Ballot?

TITLE     Hi John! Do you need an absentee ballot for Maine’s Senate Primary? You can find the application on our website at: www.BetsySweet.com This year’s US Senate Primary has been moved to July 14, 2020. You can vote in person on Election Day but if you want to avoid the long …
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
May 1, 2020 at 7:47 PM

Thank you for your support

TITLE     Hi John, I wanted to thank you for supporting our campaign before our end-of-month deadline last night. Thanks to you, we surpassed our goal! This is extraordinary, and from the bottom of my heart, thank you for knowing how important this race is, and knowing that we can,…
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  Betsy’s · [email protected]
April 30, 2020 at 10:41 PM

So close to our goal

TITLE     Hi John, Our deadline is just a few hours away and we are just $2,491 away from our fundraising goal. We are SO CLOSE to hitting our goal! Can you pitch in one last time before midnight? Thank you so much for being on my team! Together – we will defeat Susan Collins! -B…
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  Sweet HQ · [email protected]
April 30, 2020 at 7:37 PM

April deadline TONIGHT

TITLE     Our April fundraising deadline is TONIGHT at midnight. We are $6,484 behind on our goal. Can you chip in RIGHT NOW to help us reach our goal?   Donate »   Hi John! This is important. Betsy Sweet is up against Susan Collins and her Republican machine. We are not …
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 30, 2020 at 12:33 PM

I need your help

TITLE     Hi John! My campaign’s end-of-month deadline is tonight at midnight. We are just hours away and we are still $13,951 short of our goal. Can you chip in right now to help get us over the finish line?   Contribute During these trying times, we’re seeing exactly how…
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  Alexandra from Justice Democrats · [email protected]
April 29, 2020 at 2:38 PM

Join Betsy & me in conversation

TITLE     Hi John, I’m Alexandra Rojas, Executive Director of the Justice Democrats. I am so excited to invite you to our co-hosted event with Justice Democrats for Betsy Sweet for Senate! Betsy and I will join in conversation and will take all your questions about taking on and be…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 28, 2020 at 6:11 PM

We need a Senator that represents Maine, not Mar-a-Lago

TITLE     Hi John! Susan Collins has been a reliable vote for Donald Trump throughout his term. She voted to confirm Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, for the Republicans’ overhaul of the tax code, and to acquit Trump on the two articles of impeachment brought against him. Sus…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 27, 2020 at 4:26 PM

Petition: We need fair elections

TITLE     Hi John! Big money has disrupted and infected politics for far too long. It turns elections into auctions, unfairly pitting American voters against corporations and special interest groups with deep pockets. It is rotting the foundation of our democracy. I believe gettin…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 25, 2020 at 5:09 PM

Collins is a threat to women’s rights

TITLE     Hi John! The day Susan Collins voted to confirm Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, she made Roe v. Wade more vulnerable than it has been in a generation. Susan Collins is a threat to our right to choose – and that is why I am challenging her.   Support my campaign so …
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  Sweet HQ · [email protected]
April 24, 2020 at 8:22 PM

Justice Democrats Event!

TITLE     Hi John, YOU’RE INVITED! The Justice Democrats are hosting a fundraiser for Betsy Sweet for Senate! CNN commentator and Executive Director of the Justice Democrats Alexandra Rojas will join Betsy for a conversation on Zoom on May 6th. We'll meet online to talk about the …
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 23, 2020 at 4:12 PM

Tell lawmakers: Healthcare is a Human Right

TITLE     Hi John! This COVID-19 crisis has scared us all. As the mother of three young women, I worry for their health and well-being everyday. Millions of Americans have a deeper fear: That without healthcare coverage, they will be unable to afford testing or medical care if they…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 22, 2020 at 4:50 PM

One step closer to a Green New Deal

TITLE     Hi John! Today we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. While it comes at a time of considerable hardship, this Earth Day also provides us the opportunity to take stock of the impact that we, in our everyday lives, have on our environment. The temporary easing of …
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 20, 2020 at 12:32 PM

4/20

TITLE     Hi John! Early on, I fought hard to ensure that people had access to marijuana for medical reasons. It became increasingly clear that the war on drugs was really a war on the poor and communities of color. These are the people who are going to jail for possession and recr…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 18, 2020 at 6:32 PM

We received $1200 while wealthy Americans received millions

TITLE     Hi John! This week, many of us received stimulus payments of $1,200. While we thought that was the maximum payout, 43,000 millionaires received checks averaging $1.6 million. This comes from a loophole in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that…
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  Sweet HQ · [email protected]
April 17, 2020 at 3:24 PM

Standing up to Susan Collins

TITLE     Hi John! The numbers are out from this year’s first fundraising quarter – millions of dollars are pouring into this race from across the country. Americans from all around the U.S. realize just how important it is that Maine elects a Senator who stands for real, positive …
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 16, 2020 at 2:17 PM

I’m proud of my endorsements

TITLE     Hi John! I am so proud of the momentum we are gaining here in Maine. People across the country are watching our race, and some of the most influential progressive organizations have chosen to back my candidacy. I’ve been endorsed by Our Revolution, Justice Democrats, Bra…
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
April 14, 2020 at 11:07 PM

Our new normal

TITLE     Hi John! I hope you and your family are staying safe and healthy. We know everyone is wishing things would get back to “normal” – but what if we used our experiences during this challenging time to create a new normal? A normal where every American has the right to quali…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 13, 2020 at 8:42 PM

Tell Republicans to Save the USPS

TITLE The Postal Service has never been more important, and it has never been more at risk. That doesn’t add up.    John, Republicans keep finding new ways to try to suppress our votes. In a time where voting by mail has never been more important, Trump and his Republican allies in…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 11, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Tell candidates for public office that transparency matters

TITLE     John, I have always believed that transparency is one of the most important characteristics in an elected official. We elect politicians to represent US – not big donors and party bosses. Elected officials should talk to their constituents, hear their concerns, and public…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 9, 2020 at 10:01 PM

I’ve been endorsed by Our Revolution

TITLE     John, I know a lot of us are disappointed that Bernie Sanders is no longer running for President. But he told us, “Not me. Us.” His presidential bid was more than just a candidacy, it was a movement, and we must keep going. That’s why I wanted to make sure you saw the go…
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
April 8, 2020 at 7:44 PM

Announcing: Our Revolution Endorsement!

TITLE     John, We have BIG NEWS! Betsy’s campaign has been officially endorsed by Our Revolution! Our Revolution joins a long list of progressive organizations that have endorsed Betsy including Justice Democrats, Brand New Congress, and Democracy For America. Our Revolution know…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 7, 2020 at 7:27 PM

Maine’s Primary Election Day has been moved

TITLE     Hi John, Mark your calendar! Gov. Janet Mills has moved Maine’s Primary Election. Per Gov. Mills, “For now we’re anticipating holding the election on [Tuesday] July 14th.” Even through these difficult times, it is more important than ever for us to participate in electio…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 6, 2020 at 4:15 PM

Washington is trying to influence this race

TITLE     Hi John, The primary election for Maine’s Senate seat is 64 days away but the party bosses in Washington have already decided who their candidate is. Before any Mainers cast their vote, the Democratic establishment has already endorsed my opponent’s campaign. Tell the DC…
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
April 4, 2020 at 3:29 PM

Become a Sweet Volunteer!

TITLE     Hi John, I hope you are faring well and that you and your families are safe and keeping your spirits up. During these uncertain times, we’ve seen now more than ever the importance of solid leadership in Washington - leadership that we don’t have in Susan Collins. If we e…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
April 1, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Thank You!

TITLE     Hi John, Thank you so much for your help towards our end-of-quarter deadline. Thanks to you, we exceeded our goal and had our strongest quarter to date! During these uncertain times, we’re seeing exactly why this race is so important. Mainers have the opportunity to elec…
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  Betsy’s · [email protected]
March 31, 2020 at 9:12 PM

We are SO CLOSE

TITLE   Hi John, Our campaign is SO CLOSE to hitting our end-of-quarter goal. Our deadline is just 6 hours away, and we are $1,846 away from our target. Can you contribute RIGHT NOW to help us reach our goal? In recent weeks, we’ve seen the importance that good representation in Wash…
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  Dani, Thea, and Paley · [email protected]
March 31, 2020 at 6:53 PM

Our mom is taking on Susan Collins

TITLE     Hi John, We are Dani, Thea, and Paley, Betsy Sweet’s daughters. In times like these, we are in awe of our Mom. Like always, she is there for us, checking in on our neighbors, making people laugh, listening when they are anxious, and providing comfort in this scary realit…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
March 31, 2020 at 12:30 PM

Today is the day

TITLE Big test for my campaign today:     Hi John, Today is the big day. Our end-of-quarter deadline is tonight and we are $6,219 away from reaching our goal. Can you support my campaign today to get us across the finish line? During these trying times, Mainers have shown their u…
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  [Pup Alert] Bentley Sweet · [email protected]
March 30, 2020 at 8:51 PM

My mom needs your help!

TITLE     Hi John! I’m here to tell you about my awesome mom – Betsy Sweet! My mom always takes great care of me, and I know she will be a fur-ocious fighter for the people (and the pets!) of Maine. When we get to Washington, she’s going to keep everyone’s water bowl full by fighti…
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  Team Sweet · [email protected]
March 30, 2020 at 1:40 PM

Fwd: Important Deadline

TITLE We are still short $11,744 short of our end-of-quarter goal.    John, Did you see Betsy’s email? We are still short $11,744 short of our end-of-quarter goal. Can you chip to help us reach our goal? As we practice social distancing, we are running an all digital campaign. We…
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  Betsy Sweet · [email protected]
March 29, 2020 at 4:08 PM

My End of Quarter Deadline

TITLE coming up this Tuesday    Hi John! My campaign’s big end-of-quarter deadline is coming up this Tuesday. These deadlines are incredibly important – they show the strength and breadth of our campaign for US Senate here in Maine. I spoke to my team just now and they told me we a…
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