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  Brand new Congress · [email protected]
November 5, 2019 at 8:15 PM

John, you should see her shoes.

Brand New Congress John, Scuffed. Worn down soles. A little bit of duct tape holding down a piece of leather that came apart. These are the shoes of a Brand New Congress candidate.  BNC candidates walk blocks and knock on doors. They meet people. They listen. They p…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
November 4, 2019 at 9:14 PM

Just a year away!

Brand New Congress John -- In less than a year, voters across the country will decide what our next Congress will look like in 2021. The general elections are 364 days away.  This time next year we could see dozens of BNC candidates on ballots across the nation, rackin…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 31, 2019 at 9:36 PM

Senator Sinema proves why Blue No Matter Who won’t do

Brand New Congress John -- Democrat Kyrsten Sinema, Senator from Arizona, has proven this week exactly why “Blue No Matter Who,” is the wrong strategy in 2020. Sinema, who won the seat in 2018 when Jeff Flake retired, has said this week that she’ll not commit to voting…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 31, 2019 at 5:15 PM

John, we're SO close! Please help us across the finish line.

Brand New Congress John, I'm reaching out again because we've had such a great response to yesterday's email where we were $2,200 short of our October fundraising goal.  A huge thank you to all who pitched in. We're now less than $1,000 away from our target. If just 95…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 30, 2019 at 6:32 PM

Incumbents are calling millionaires. We’re calling on a movement.

Brand New Congress John -- The incumbents that BNC candidates are challenging have taken a combined $10 MILLION in PAC donations this election cycle alone.  Imagine what $10 million could pay for. It could pay for 4 million school lunches, childcare for 1,800 families,…
  Zeynab Day · [email protected]
October 29, 2019 at 9:13 PM

When we say regular working people it means...

Brand New Congress John, Progressives say they want a more reflective democracy. What does that mean in practical terms? It means supporting regular working people from all walks of life—people who’ve lived the struggles for which legislation is meant to ease the burd…
  Robyn Cain, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 28, 2019 at 9:29 PM

The people are the movement!

Brand New Congress John -- We see a lot of contributions that stop us in our tracks. A server in Las Vegas sending $25 to Anthony Clark in IL-01. A line cook in Florida sending $10 to Albert Lee in WA-03. People from all over the country sending Brand New Congr…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 25, 2019 at 10:53 PM

BNC unveils a Bill of Rights for the 21st Century

Brand New Congress John -- Every day we see that legislation passed by our leadership fails to address many of the most basic human rights.  Many of us can’t afford basic necessities like healthcare, childcare, and education. We are burdened by a justice system…
  Cory Archibald, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 24, 2019 at 10:46 PM

Imagine a coalition of 27 BNC reps. standing with AOC.

Brand New Congress John -- The momentum is building.  Brand New Congress has already introduced you to 16 progressive champions we are supporting in 2020. Today, we want to introduce you to ELEVEN more. These are candidates who face the same challenges as you and your …
  Robb Ryerse · [email protected]
October 24, 2019 at 12:52 AM

Lessons from the Southern border.

Brand New Congress John, A little over a month ago, I joined a group of faith and political leaders from all over the country in El Paso. We were there to get some firsthand knowledge of what is happening at our southern border, so, rather than relying on media report…
  Robb Ryerse · [email protected]
October 17, 2019 at 11:19 PM

Lessons from the southern border.

Brand New Congress John, A little over a month ago, I joined a group of faith and political leaders from all over the country in El Paso. We were there to get some firsthand knowledge of what is happening at our southern border, so, rather than relying on media report…
  Robb Ryerse · [email protected]
October 15, 2019 at 7:13 PM

Drawing that line.

Brand New Congress John -- I wanted to personally reach out today. I know my inbox is flooded with mid-month emails; I’m sure yours is, too. Sometimes it’s easy to forget why we are receiving all these requests for money. I always go back to the mission. The work we d…
  Robb Ryerse · [email protected]
October 15, 2019 at 6:48 PM

Drawing that line.

Brand New Congress John -- I wanted to personally reach out today. I know my inbox is flooded with end of quarter emails; I’m sure yours is, too. Sometimes it’s easy to forget why we are receiving all these requests for money. I always go back to the mission. The work…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 14, 2019 at 8:01 PM

Democrat centrist mounts challenge to AOC

Brand New Congress John -- Centrist and Bronx Democratic Councilman Fernando Cabrera has filed to challenge AOC in the 2020 primary.  Cabera is running a pro-corporate campaign built on dated tropes about Medicare for All and other popular progressive platforms. He’s u…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 11, 2019 at 9:13 PM

AOC's shoes tell the story.

Brand New Congress John -- Scuffed. Worn down soles. A little bit of duct tape holding down a piece of leather that came apart. These are the shoes of a Brand New Congress candidate.  They walk the streets. Knock on doors. They meet people. They listen. They pu…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 10, 2019 at 7:31 PM

Knock Down the Senate

Brand New Congress   John -- In 2018 we knocked down the House by helping elect one of the most influential political figures in American history and together we’ve built a movement. But we’re not done!  In 2020 we’re going to knock down the Senate! Brand New …
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 9, 2019 at 9:50 PM

LGBTQ rights are under attack. We need to act NOW!

Brand New Congress John -- The LGBTQ+ community is under attack. Rights are being ignored and even eroded before our eyes. Every human being has the right to live and flourish with equal protection under the law.  Two cases are set to appear before the Supreme Court ce…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 8, 2019 at 7:53 PM

The Senate refuses to put sexual assault survivors first and pass the VAWA

Brand New Congress John -- The Senate still refuses to pass the Violence Against Women’s Act, which expired nearly a year ago. All the while, critical programs are being slashed across the country.  Stalling the VAWA creates public safety issues on many fronts. The Act…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 7, 2019 at 7:50 PM

A New Mexico Senate Candidate joins Paula Jean & BNC to take the Senate!

Brand New Congress John -- Let's make a stand and take the Senate in 2020! If we want to make a change in Congress we have to take bold action this election cycle. The very fabric of our Democracy depends on it!  We are proud to announce that US Senate candidat…
  Lauren Ashcraft, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 4, 2019 at 7:27 PM

The 12th Congressional District in NY will be used to serve the people!

Brand New Congress John -- I’m Lauren Ashcraft, and I could not be prouder to have been added to the Brand New Congress slate for 2020! Here’s a little about me and my background.  My family roots are in West Virginia, where my grandfather worked as a coal mine…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 2, 2019 at 9:12 PM

In honor of a friend Eva Putzova announces a robust immigration platform: Frankie's Law.

Brand New Congress John --   Frankie was brought to Arizona from Mexico when he was a few months old. His mom made the only decision she could to save her own life and the lives of her children. Frankie grew up in Flagstaff and became active in the community — helping …
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 2, 2019 at 8:14 PM

In honor of a friend Eva Putzova announces a robust immigration platform: Frankie's Law.

Brand New Congress John --   Frankie was brought to Arizona from Mexico when he was a few months old. His mom made the only decision she could to save her own life and the lives of her children. Frankie grew up in Flagstaff and became active in the community — helping …
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
October 1, 2019 at 9:12 PM

Two new candidates join AOC on our NY slate!

Brand New Congress John -- We all know the story of the insurgent candidate who beat the 4th most powerful Democrat in the House to become the youngest female Congresswoman in U.S. history. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez overcame a mountain of obstacles, including th…
  Cory Archibald, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 30, 2019 at 9:54 PM

A lawless president. A feckless Congress. Only months to save the Republic.

Brand New Congress John -- Where are Trump’s tax returns? Why hasn’t Congress furthered the investigation into the Mueller report findings? Why haven’t we questioned the President about his stated intention to continue breaking campaign finance laws? Why does Congress …
  Robb Ryerse · [email protected]
September 30, 2019 at 3:48 PM

Drawing that line.

Brand New Congress John -- I wanted to personally reach out today. I know my inbox is flooded with end of quarter emails; I’m sure yours is, too. Sometimes it’s easy to forget why we are receiving all these requests for money. I always go back to the mission. The work…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 28, 2019 at 4:25 PM

Primaries are around the corner, we need your help

Brand New Congress John -- It’s Brand New Congress' mission to get more bold and progressive candidates like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez elected to the House and Senate. Every BNC candidate advocates for  policies focused on human rights, such as Medicare for All, a Green…
  Michael Owens, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 27, 2019 at 5:52 PM

Meet BNC’s fierce Georgia Candidate

Brand New Congress John -- From the dirt road trails of North Carolina to the classrooms of Georgia Tech and Harvard University; I’ve prepared myself to overcome great challenges. From a Marine Corp recruit to a global Cybersecurity expert, I understand the val…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 26, 2019 at 8:39 PM

AOC Introduces Several New Bills

Brand New Congress John -- The problems Americans face today aren’t isolated issues. The issues are systemic and interconnected, from poverty and racial inequality to workers’ rights, these issues feed into each other and must be tackled holistically.  Yesterday AOC ro…
  Robert Emmons Jr., Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 26, 2019 at 4:13 PM

Meet social innovator Robert Emmons Jr.

Brand New Congress John -- It wasn’t easy discussing the loss of my best friend. Looking back, this was the moment that crystallized in my mind that I must step up and lead.  For too long we’ve had leaders who are merely placeholders in Congress, raking in mone…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 25, 2019 at 4:00 PM

Impeachment is just the beginning

Brand New Congress John -- After months of dragging her feet, Nancy Pelosi finally declared that the House of Representatives will be opening an official impeachment inquiry.  Some of us might feel relieved. Maybe there’s some hope in sight? So much of what the Trump a…
  Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 24, 2019 at 9:14 PM

BNC announces more 2020 candidates!

Brand New Congress John -- Announcement: We are proud to introduce you to Michael Owens, Robert Emmons Jr. and Anthony Clark. These future representatives have close ties to their districts, and have worked for years to create change. Now they are taking their…
  Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 24, 2019 at 9:13 PM

BNC announces more 2020 candidates!

Brand New Congress John -- Announcement: We are proud to introduce you to Michael Owens, Robert Emmons Jr. and Anthony Clark. These future representatives have close ties to their districts, and have worked for years to create change. Now they are taking their…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress.org · [email protected]
September 23, 2019 at 10:16 PM

Climate change IS a civil rights issue

Brand New Congress John -- The threat of climate change isn’t a tomorrow problem. For decades, marginalized communities have endured the impacts of systemic environmental degradation. Now that we are witnessing extreme weather patterns, it’s all too clear. This crisis …
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 22, 2019 at 8:13 PM

$20.20 to help us win in 2020

Brand New Congress John -- It’s Brand New Congress' mission to get more bold and progressive candidates like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez elected to the House and Senate. Every BNC candidate advocates for progressive policies such as Medicare for All, a Green New Deal, and…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Conress · [email protected]
September 20, 2019 at 7:20 PM

Civil attorney, education advocate Mike Siegel challenges Trump republican in Texas

Brand New Congress John -- Announcement: Brand New Congress proudly announces that Mike Seigel in Texas’ 10th District is joining our 2020 slate!  Mike Siegel is a former public school teacher and civil rights lawyer. He has served the people of Texas’ 10th Con…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 17, 2019 at 10:22 PM

Workers are fed-up and rising up.

Brand New Congress John -- Workers across the country are fed up with low pay, diminishing benefits and the attack on unions. They are showing up and taking action.  Nearly 50,000 United Automobile Workers union members went on strike this week, walking out of 31 facto…
  Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 16, 2019 at 8:13 PM

Mark Gamba is joining BNC to help save our planet!

Brand New Congress John -- We are happy to welcome Mayor Mark Gamba to the BNC slate for 2020! Mark is running for Oregon’s 5th congressional district against Blue Dog Democrat Kurt Schrader. As mayor of the city of Milwaukie, Oregon, Mark has championed one of…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 15, 2019 at 4:12 PM

Hey GOP: that hateful primetime ad won’t scare us!

Brand New Congress John -- Sinclair Broadcasting approved an ad to run during the Democratic Presidential Debate on Thursday night showing imagery of AOC’s face going up in flames.  Not only did it depict disgusting and violent imagery, it attempted to draw parallels w…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 14, 2019 at 10:51 PM

Hey GOP: that hateful primetime ad won’t scare us!

Brand New Congress John -- Sinclair Broadcasting approved an ad to run during the Democratic Presidential Debate on Thursday night showing imagery of AOC’s face going up in flames.  Not only did it depict disgusting and violent imagery, it attempted to draw parallels w…
  Mckayla Wilkes, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 13, 2019 at 9:34 PM

I’m a mother, an activist, and a full-time worker. Just what Congress needs.

Brand New Congress John -- I'm so excited to be endorsed by Brand New Congress and join the BNC slate of candidates for 2020! I launched my grassroots campaign to represent Maryland's 5th Congressional District so I could fight for everyday people. I'm running …
  Robyn Cain, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 12, 2019 at 8:59 PM

Let’s build a new Congress together.

Brand New Congress John -- So much is at stake in 2020. From the White House to every state house and every elected seat in between. The House and the Senate set the pace of legislation, and that affects the entire country.  That’s why it’s our mission to focus on Cong…
  Robb Ryerse · [email protected]
September 11, 2019 at 10:06 PM

From Michigan with Love

Brand New Congress John, On September 13, 2001, I drove a 15-passenger van with the seats removed through the George Washington Tunnel into Manhattan. Where the seats had been were cases and cases of bottled water - over a ton of water in fact. I had done the math while d…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 10, 2019 at 9:40 PM

Two more fighters join the BNC slate for 2020!

Brand New Congress John -- Brand New Congress is proud to announce that two more future representatives are joining our coalition of candidates for 2020. Mark Gamba, in Oregon’s 5th District and Mckayla Wilkes in Maryland’s 5th district have both been fighting f…
  Michael Hepburn, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 8, 2019 at 5:09 PM

A Message from Miami!

Brand New Congress John -- In 2018, our campaign knocked on thousands of doors and I heard from voters across the district. I wanted to work to elevate those voices any way I could, even after the elections were over. So, I made several attempts to reach Repres…
  Michael Hepburn, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 8, 2019 at 4:56 PM

A Message from Maimi!

Brand New Congress John -- In 2018, our campaign knocked on thousands of doors and I heard from voters across the district. I wanted to work to elevate those voices any way I could, even after the elections were over. So, I made several attempts to reach Repres…
  Eva Putzova, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 6, 2019 at 10:00 PM

A message from Eva!

Brand New Congress John -- Growing up in Slovakia, I saw how democracy and people power can transform communities for the better. I learned to knock walls down, not build them up.  I am truly honored to be on the BNC slate for 2020 and to be part of the commu…
  Albert Lee, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 6, 2019 at 6:47 PM

It’s time for a change in Oregon. I am thrilled to join the 2020 slate!

Brand New Congress John -- Our team has taken on the task of bringing true representation to Congress. For far too long, laws have been created by the ruling elite and the time for change is overdue! We know there's monumental work ahead and there’s a growing m…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 5, 2019 at 7:40 PM

Meet three more BNC candidates for 2020!

Brand New Congress Brand New Congress is proud to announce three more amazing candidates to our growing 2020 Slate! John,   These leaders were nominated by their communities to run for the House of Representatives, and we agree - all three of them bring tremendo…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
September 2, 2019 at 5:53 PM

The fight for fair labor continues!

Brand New Congress John -- Labor Day means cookouts, family, parks, beaches and a day of rest for many American families. As we reflect on the labor movement we can see how far we’ve come since the Industrial Revolution, but we are also reminded that we haven’t come fa…
  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
August 30, 2019 at 9:44 PM

The fierce women from Knock Down the House are back!

Brand New Congress John -- Millions of people across the world have been inspired by the stories of four fierce Brand New Congress candidates featured in the Netflix documentary Knock Down the House by Jubilee Films.   In 2018, a bartender from the Bronx, a coa…