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April 8, 2021 at 4:41 PM

A Brand New Senator!

Brand New Congress John -- The numbers don’t lie.   The average net worth of members of the Senate is $1 Million.   The median age of our Senate members is 63.   And over HALF of Senate members are categorized as “Professional Politicians.” So it’s really no mystery a…

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April 6, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Jamaal Bowman: A lesson in justice

Brand New Congress From middle school hallways to the halls of Congress, Jamaal always fights for young people. John -- Congressman Jamaal Bowman defeated one of the most powerful members in the House Democratic Caucus, Eliot Engel, in a successful challenge for New York’…

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April 5, 2021 at 10:10 PM

These streets aren't safe.

Brand New Congress Until the streets are safe for people of color, we won’t stop. John --  Why did the other cops stand idly by while Derek Chauvin took George Floyd’s life? Because his actions were not unusual to them.  Chauvin -- like many other Minneapolis police of…

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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]

April 2, 2021 at 7:01 PM

What a month!

Brand New Congress Thanks to you, Brand New Congress is ready for the next chapter. John -- As we take stock of where we are headed in the next phase of our work, we want to slow down today and simply say THANK YOU for being in the fight with us to build a Congress that w…

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April 1, 2021 at 12:00 AM

We need $5 on it!

Brand New Congress John -- Will you make a $5 contribution to our movement to elect a Brand New Congress? Here’s why we are so up front: Our first quarterly deadline of 2021 is at midnight tonight! We are making a final, last-minute push to reach our goal.  Securing t…

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  Cory Archibald, Brand New Congress · [email protected]

March 31, 2021 at 5:56 PM

Meet our new Executive Director!

Brand New Congress John -- Brand New Congress is excited to announce our brand new Executive Director, Adrienne Bell! A second grade math teacher, life-long grassroots organizer, and former congressional candidate, Adrienne understands the power of community and what’s …

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March 30, 2021 at 8:45 PM

[UPDATE] “How dare you, Jeff Bezos!”

Brand New Congress Did you see Cori’s challenge to Amazon?   John, vote counting is now under way to determine whether Amazon warehouse workers in Bessemer, Alabama, will form a union.   In solidarity, Brand New Congress Representative Cori Bush visited workers a couple …

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March 29, 2021 at 10:30 PM

The clock is ticking.

Brand New Congress More big announcements coming soon. Take a look! John -- The stage is set. We’ve launched our 2022 candidate nominations process. We’ve officially announced the first candidate for the 2022 slate, Selinda Guerrero. And with more big announcements right …

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March 29, 2021 at 3:48 PM

FWD: Welcome, Selinda!

Brand New Congress It’s time to elect more regular working people to Congress. John -- We wanted to make sure you saw our big announcement!    Check out Selinda Guerrero, and if you’re able, please split a contribution between her campaign and Brand New Congress today! …

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March 28, 2021 at 10:49 PM

Welcome, Selinda!

Brand New Congress It’s time to elect more regular working people to Congress. John -- We have some very exciting news!  We are proud to announce the first candidate on our 2022 slate, Selinda Guerrero!   Selinda is running for the NM-01 seat recently opened up by Deb H…

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March 28, 2021 at 1:00 PM

FWD: AOC: Courage to change

Brand New Congress This woman is unstoppable. John -- We wanted to make sure you saw this feature on AOC we sent a couple of days ago.   As we head toward our first big deadline of the 2022 midterm cycle, we are preparing to support the next wave of progressive women who…

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March 27, 2021 at 3:29 PM

The amazing Cori Bush

Brand New Congress This fierce woman needs no introduction. John -- We are closing out our month-long celebration of Women's History Month with St. Louis’ own Rep. Cori Bush! The very first candidate we ever endorsed has been making history in St. Louis and in Congress …

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March 26, 2021 at 5:20 PM

AOC: Courage to change

Brand New Congress This woman is unstoppable. John -- She is now well within her third year serving the people of NY-14, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hasn’t missed a beat when it comes to fighting for millions of people she doesn’t know. We couldn’t let Women’s Hist…

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March 24, 2021 at 10:00 PM

Pay day is finally here, but only for some.

Brand New Congress This has to stop. Women are being robbed. John -- When you break it down, it’s absolutely criminal. Check out Cori’s tweet: Almost an entire year will pass before Latina women reach equal compensation for the work they did in 2020! This economic warf…

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March 23, 2021 at 11:30 PM

Rashida: Rooted in community

Brand New Congress John -- A day doesn’t go by without Brand New Congress Rep. Rashida Tlaib making headlines for all the work she is doing in Congress, and for her Detroit community.   Before Women's History Month comes to a close, we want to honor Rashida’s accomplishm…

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March 23, 2021 at 12:12 AM

The GOP is drifting even further right

Brand New Congress This telling analysis reveals a lot about the future of the GOP John -- Prominent Republican pollster Fabrizio Lee conducted a recent survey of Republican voters and identified five distinct “tribes” that have developed within the GOP. We found these re…

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March 20, 2021 at 4:24 PM

FWD: “How dare you, Jeff Bezos!”

Brand New Congress Moments like these show us the power of electing working people.   Hi, John, we’re bumping this in case you missed it. Votes will be counted soon, and we’ll be keeping an eye on the results. If employees successfully unionize at Amazon’s Bessemer facili…

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March 19, 2021 at 10:49 PM

Why are guns more important than women?

Brand New Congress To some lawmakers, protecting women comes last. John -- Two years ago, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was allowed to expire. With Trump in the White House and Mitch McConnell’s desk a legislative graveyard, it’s no wonder.   Yesterday the House …

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March 18, 2021 at 8:46 PM

Have you heard the GOOD news? 👀

Brand New Congress A revolution is taking hold in this country, and we are here for it. John -- We are celebrating a historic day for the progressive movement!  Representatives Pramila Jayapal and Debbie Dingell introduced the Medicare for All Act of 2021 -- legislation t…

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March 18, 2021 at 12:34 AM

“How dare you, Jeff Bezos!”

Brand New Congress Moments like these show us the power of electing working people. John -- Congresswoman Cori Bush recently brought the fire to Amazon and Jeff Bezos for their unconscionable treatment of employees.  Workers at the Bessemer, Alabama facility have been or…

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March 16, 2021 at 9:39 PM

One for the history books!

Brand New Congress Now this is a Cabinet appointment we are excited about! John -- Yesterday the Senate confirmed Congresswoman Deb Haaland as Secretary of the Interior. This historic confirmation is a huge milestone.   Secretary Haaland will be leading such agencies as…

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March 15, 2021 at 10:00 PM

Bernie’s warning

Brand New Congress Congress has no excuses. Let’s not repeat history, but instead change it.   With Joe Biden as president and Democrats controlling the House and Senate for the first time since 2010, we will be judged on what we deliver for the American people in their …

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March 14, 2021 at 10:56 PM

Bernie’s warning

Brand New Congress Congress has no excuses. Let’s not repeat history, but instead change it.   With Joe Biden as president and Democrats controlling the House and Senate for the first time since 2010, we will be judged on what we deliver for the American people in their …

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March 12, 2021 at 11:57 PM

This bleak anniversary

Brand New Congress This last year proved why healthcare is a human right. John -- It’s been one year since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. We at Brand New Congress are reflecting on the pain, grief, and loss of too many. Over half a mill…

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February 26, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Why won’t they fight?

Brand New Congress John -- What will it take for Democrats to do right by the American people?  Why is it a priority to bomb Syria but not to fight for people to have a desperately needed wage increase?  Promises were made. Voters delivered the White House and the Sena…

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February 24, 2021 at 10:57 PM

$2 for ‘22

Brand New Congress Can you help us catch up with a quick $2 donation today? John -- We’re reaching out today with a brief but important request.  We’re only a few days from wrapping up this short month, and our fundraising numbers have taken quite a dip.  We know that f…

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February 23, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Looking at you, Texas

Brand New Congress We are working on a strategy for Texas. People there deserve better. John -- Could 2022 be the year? We’re starting to hear from people in Texas; their current leadership left them to freeze and die while lying about the Green New Deal or escaping to w…

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February 22, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Crowdsourcing vs. policy

Brand New Congress Long after the campaigns end, the coalition lives on. John -- She came, she helped, she raised $5 million dollars for the people of Texas. Brand New Congress representative AOC joined her slatemate Adrienne Bell to bring much needed supplies and relie…

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February 20, 2021 at 7:07 PM

UPDATE: AOC, Tough as Texas

Brand New Congress Did you see this? AOC’s now raised over $3M for Texans! UPDATE: AOC is visiting Texas today to help Houstonians receive some much needed relief. Critics may call this a publicity stunt. We see it for what it is; the chance to help people AND emphasize ho…

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February 19, 2021 at 9:46 PM

AOC, Tough as Texas

Brand New Congress John -- As Texans were hit with one of the worst weather-related catastrophes in their history, what did their leaders do?  Gov. Greg Abbott took time at the height of the crisis to spout blatant lies about the Green New Deal on Fox News. Sen. Ted Cruz…

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February 18, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Let’s end this forever war

Brand New Congress John -- For two decades now, our government has sent U.S. military service members to fight in an ever-expanding, global conflict. Thousands of Americans and countless civilians have died, trillions of dollars have been wasted, and entire regions of t…

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February 17, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Don’t blame wind turbines

Brand New Congress The GOP is spreading dangerous lies. John -- No matter what Sean Hannity or Tucker Carlson say, the human suffering in Texas right now is not due to renewable energy. It’s the result of lawmakers prioritizing corporate donors over the long term needs of …

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February 16, 2021 at 11:42 PM

Housing is a right

Brand New Congress We are going to replace representatives who don’t believe that housing is a human right. John -- Is housing a privilege? A lot of people on the political right - and even the center - seem to think so. We’ve seen too many people thrown out on the stree…

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February 14, 2021 at 7:24 PM

Your support is changing lives.

Brand New Congress John -- The core of our work at Brand New Congress is based in love -- love of justice, equity, and human rights. Love in action requires commitment, perseverance and work. Thanks to supporters like you, Brand New Congress was able to help elect AOC in…

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February 13, 2021 at 4:50 PM

Our reps aren’t playing

Brand New Congress We need more working class folks in Congress. John -- BNC rep Rashida Tlaib said it best:  Millions of Americans were already struggling, but this pandemic has pushed millions more into poverty, homelessness, and food insecurity. People have lost their…

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February 11, 2021 at 9:46 PM

Socialism in America is nothing new

Brand New Congress John -- Some Americans shudder at the word “socialism.” Others become enraged at the mere thought of it. But the reality is that socialism isn’t the boogeyman, and it’s nothing new in our country.  At the close of the Civil War, millions of newly free…

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February 9, 2021 at 9:46 PM

Accountability is justice

Brand New Congress John -- Five weeks after domestic terrorists stormed the Capitol in an attempted coup, the second impeachment trial of Donald Trump has begun in the Senate.  We don’t need to waste time guessing how this will play out. Washington is full of scared, ye…

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February 8, 2021 at 9:46 PM

Biden breaks his promise

Brand New Congress John -- Candidate Joe Biden repeatedly promised to bring a racial reckoning to Washington and finally address the systemic marginalization of people of color. Something you may not know: Black farmers have gone from owning 14% of American farmland in …

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  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]

February 6, 2021 at 7:27 PM

Seeking accountability

Brand New Congress John -- As you know, domestic terrorists attacked our nation’s capitol with the express purpose of preventing a democratic process from certifying President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ electoral victory. More than that, they actively sou…

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February 5, 2021 at 12:33 AM

2022 Nominations now open!

Brand New Congress John -- We have officially kicked off the nominations process for the 2022 election cycle! But, we need to hear from supporters like you. Why? We believe in electing people who best represent you and are committed to bettering your community. So, who d…

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February 3, 2021 at 9:55 PM

Women like Cori Bush

Brand New Congress John -- This Black History Month we celebrate Black women.  Activists, organizers, voters, candidates -- time and again, Black women have stepped up to save our democracy. How do we thank them?   We do more than thank Black women for their vote. We el…

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  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]

February 1, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Thank you so much

Brand New Congress We couldn’t do it without you. John -- Brand New Congress and I want to take a moment to say thank you. I'm not going to lie -- January was rough. After a tumultuous 2020, there was an attempted coup supported by some members of Congress in an effort to…

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January 31, 2021 at 8:49 PM

The short squeeze

Brand New Congress Reddit took on Wall Street, we’re taking on the political machine. John -- Did you hear that Reddit users put the squeeze on Wall Street last week by shorting $11 Billion from hedge funds in just six days!  Here at Brand New Congress, we are doing some…

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January 29, 2021 at 6:07 PM

Multiplying our efforts

Brand New Congress Let’s get in some good trouble together. John -- At Brand New Congress, we’re all about making trouble. Trouble for the establishment, trouble for corporations, and trouble for politics as usual. Why? To ensure that the PEOPLE have a voice in our gover…

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January 27, 2021 at 9:30 PM

999

Brand New Congress Will you be number 1,000? John -- The month of January is coming to a close.  We’ve celebrated the swearing in of four Brand New Congress representatives.  We’ve responded to terrorism and insurrection -- calling for the resignation and removal of th…

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January 25, 2021 at 9:44 PM

Bernie’s warning

Brand New Congress Congress has no excuses. Let’s not repeat history, but instead change it.   With Joe Biden as president and Democrats controlling the House and Senate for the first time since 2010, we will be judged on what we deliver for the American people in their …

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  Zeynab Day, Brand New Congress · [email protected]

January 24, 2021 at 10:03 PM

Having Trump out isn’t enough

Brand New Congress Working people and families need us to be bold. John, We are definitely excited that Donald Trump is no longer president. However, as with any administration, we are concerned that President Joe Biden will not create permanent solutions for the problem…

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January 21, 2021 at 9:44 PM

Friends in high places

Brand New Congress John -- Yesterday, at the inauguration, Garth Brooks sang "Amazing Grace," yet despite all the pomp and circumstance we couldn't help but think of one of his biggest hits: "Friends in Low Places."  The song is a perfect analogy for how our government o…

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January 19, 2021 at 9:31 PM

We’re organizing accountability

Brand New Congress We need actual, substantive progress and the Biden administration is already backtracking on its promises. John, Today marks the final day of the most dangerous and destructive presidential administration in American history. But before we move forward…

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January 18, 2021 at 12:03 AM

The absence of tension

Brand New Congress John, Tomorrow we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. Our nation is still grappling with the very issues that he protested and led marches against roughly 60 years ago. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. fought for basic civil rights. Black …

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