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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 24, 2021 at 5:01 PM

Welcome to Angelica!

  John -- We have more great news to share with you this week. Brand New Congress is proud to welcome Angelica Dueñas to our 2022 slate!  Angelica was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley and her story resembles that of many in he…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 22, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Welcome, Shervin!

John -- We’ve got some exciting news to share. Brand New Congress is proud to welcome Shervin Aazami to our 2022 slate!  Shervin is the son of two Iranian asylum seekers who fled persecution in the wake of the 1979 Iranian Revolution. H…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 19, 2021 at 4:31 PM

Still so far to go

Brand New Congress John -- I applaud the passing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. But make no mistake, we have so much further to go in addressing the impact of slavery. I echo the sentiments of BNC incumbent Rep. Jamaal Bowman, who sponsored the bill an…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 17, 2021 at 8:45 PM

The glacial speed of progress

Brand New Congress John -- Sometimes this work feels as if it’s moving much too slowly; people need solutions now and we at Brand New Congress understand all too well the urgency of that need.  But we watch in awe at what Representative Cori Bush has accomplished in her…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 16, 2021 at 10:44 PM

John, did you hear the news?

Brand New Congress Hello Somebody!  In case you missed it, earlier today Brand New Congress announced our endorsement of Nina Turner in her bid for Ohio’s 11th Congressional District!  Check out the email we sent earlier, and please show your support with a split contr…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 16, 2021 at 12:00 PM

Hello Somebody!

Brand New Congress John -- That’s right! Today, Brand New Congress is announcing our endorsement of Nina Turner in her bid for Ohio’s 11th Congressional District! City Councilwoman, State Senator, National Co-Chair of the Bernie Sanders campaign, and mother of today’s p…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 13, 2021 at 9:38 PM

FWD: A progressive majority

Brand New Congress John -- Checking that you caught my message from yesterday morning. There’s so much on the line, we can’t afford to miss any of our goals.  Please read below why it’s so important that we stay on track and if you are able, please chip in to help us m…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 12, 2021 at 1:31 PM

A progressive majority

Brand New Congress John -- Progressives across the country bent over backwards to deliver the White House and the Senate to Democrats, and what have we gotten in return?  So far, nothing.  All hope of progress for working people, families, and children feels like it’s …
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 10, 2021 at 5:00 PM

Did you see the news about Sheila?

Brand New Congress John -- I wanted to make sure you saw the news from earlier this week. Brand New Congress just endorsed our second candidate of the 2022 Midterm cycle, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, running for Florida’s 20th.   If you didn’t get a chance, check out our …
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 9, 2021 at 8:45 PM

This is worrisome

Brand New Congress John -- I won’t lie. I’m worried about the state of our country.  When we can’t trust elected representatives to uphold the most basic principles within our Constitution, we’re in deep trouble.  The GOP’s whitewashing of the January 6 terror attack sh…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 8, 2021 at 5:04 PM

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

Brand New Congress John -- Brand New Congress is proud to welcome Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick to our 2022 slate! Sheila is an executive, lawyer, philanthropist, mother and wife running in Florida’s 20th congressional district. FL-20 covers the southeastern part of the s…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 7, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Public power now.

Brand New Congress John, no one should be left in the dark or in the cold while CEOs rake in millions and exploit working people. The problem. Why? The Plan. We are proud of BNC representatives Cori Bush and Jamaal Bowman for bringing light to this serious issue. Bra…
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  Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 5, 2021 at 2:15 PM

PRIDE is a protest

Brand New Congress John,  How much do you know about the origins of Pride Month? Pride began as a protest, and it still is a protest today. On June 28, 1969, in response to a violent police raid on the Stonewall Inn, trans activist, drag performer and sex worker, Marsh…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 2, 2021 at 4:16 PM

In gratitude

Brand New Congress John -- On behalf of the entire team at Brand New Congress, thank you for all your support in May. As more progressive candidates announce their plans to run for Congress in 2022, the momentum for the movement is stronger than ever.  And thanks to you…
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  Team BNC · [email protected]
May 31, 2021 at 3:31 PM

Bernie’s message

Brand New Congress When a million of us pitch in, a small group of wealthy people with extremist agendas can’t stop us! John -- A tweet for you: Brand New Congress couldn’t agree more, Bernie! Democracy DOES mean one person, one vote. That’s why we fight to ensure voting…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 30, 2021 at 2:01 PM

The final 15

Brand New Congress John -- In just a moment, I’m going to ask you to make a $15 donation to Brand New Congress. But first I want to tell you why: Our average contribution for the month of May is right around $15 dollars. In order to meet our goal for the month of May, w…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 28, 2021 at 7:31 PM

All over the country

Brand New Congress John --  I see a lot of contributions that catch my eye. A plumber in Las Vegas sending $25. A line cook in Florida sending $10.  People from all over the country are supporting Brand New Congress with a monthly contribution. These supporters are the …
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 27, 2021 at 8:46 PM

I want to make sure you caught this.

Brand New Congress John -- I wanted to make sure you saw our exciting news. Earlier this week we proudly announced our very first candidate of the 2022 midterm election cycle, Melanie D’Arrigo!  Melanie launched her campaign on Monday, and in the first twelve hours, rai…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 26, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Everyone deserves true representation!

Brand New Congress John -- It is our mission to raise up the voices of working people -- everyday people -- and give them a seat at the table where decisions are made.  We do that by supporting fierce progressive candidates who believe that everyone in this country dese…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 25, 2021 at 1:00 PM

We have some big news to share!

Brand New Congress John -- We have some very exciting news! We are proud to announce the first Brand New Congress candidate of the 2022 midterm election cycle, Melanie D’Arrigo!   Melanie is a healthcare advocate, local organizer and mom of three running in New York’s t…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 22, 2021 at 1:30 PM

They’re fooling no one

Brand New Congress Truth matters, even if the GOP tries to convince us it doesn’t. John -- As the GOP sinks further into the abyss of conspiracy theories and lies, their leadership is trying everything they can to put a stop to a Congressional investigation of the January…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 20, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Why we need a Brand New Senate

Brand New Congress If they want to continue to play games with the lives of Americans, we will REPLACE them! John -- Here are just a few of the bills that have passed in the House and are now collecting dust on Sen. Chuck Schumer’s desk:   The Raise the Wage Act of 2021…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 19, 2021 at 7:01 PM

John, want to pass the PRO Act?

Brand New Congress Then help us get more workers rights advocates elected to Congress! John -- As the fate of the PRO Act rests in the Senate, BNC incumbent representatives are not letting up. Check this out: The #PROAct is about giving workers the tools to fight back a…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 17, 2021 at 8:45 PM

What can $5 do?

Brand New Congress Small dollar contributions are the lifeblood of our work. John -- Today, I’m asking each of you to chip in $5 to Brand New Congress. If even half the folks reading this email are able to donate just a few dollars, we’ll be able to give a mountain of sup…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
May 15, 2021 at 5:25 PM

[bump]: Run Booker, run!

Brand New Congress Charles hasn’t announced his final decision, but we want to send a clear message he should run and defeat Rand Paul. John -- Last month, Kentucky’s own Charles Booker announced he was exploring a run for Senate in 2022. Brand New Congress committed to d…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 13, 2021 at 10:31 PM

This is a major opportunity for progressives

Brand New Congress John -- After Trump-supporting terrorists attacked the Capitol on January 6th -- forcing members of Congress, staff, and other federal employees to evacuate or seek shelter inside -- 121 members of Congress returned to the House and voted to overturn t…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 11, 2021 at 11:30 PM

The fight for 2022 begins this week!

Brand New Congress With a HUGE announcement coming this THURSDAY, we must pick up the pace to support our 2022 BNC candidate slate... John -- Here’s the honest truth: our online fundraising is moving a little slower than we are comfortable with. With a HUGE announcement…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 9, 2021 at 8:39 PM

Moms belong in Congress

Brand New Congress John, There are around 15 million single moms in this country, raising 22 million kids. And every day those women try and balance jobs, school, children, and other priorities, such as aging parent care. I know how hard this is because, although my kids…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 8, 2021 at 12:55 PM

This is going to be epic!

Brand New Congress John --  We have some exciting news!  Our 2022 candidate slate is ready to go! And in a matter of days, we will be announcing our first Brand New Congress candidate of the cycle and they will need all the support we can give them! These candidates hav…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
May 6, 2021 at 10:17 PM

Welcome, Chuck!

Brand New Congress We have the power to fix this and make a real difference. John -- As a teacher myself, I know the importance of a quality education and how it can change the trajectory of a student’s life.  That opportunity shouldn’t come at such a crippling price tag…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
May 4, 2021 at 9:29 PM

Can we please have more of this?

Brand New Congress This is the shortest and cutest email we’ve ever sent. John -- This is likely the shortest -- and cutest -- email we’ve ever sent you.  It’s a picture of Charles Booker and Senator Bernie Sanders hearing directly from Charles’ daughter -- she’s the futu…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
May 3, 2021 at 11:21 PM

What's next

Brand New Congress John -- I’m writing a brief note of gratitude for all of you who stepped up to support us last month.  April was incredibly busy! Our team is deep into the candidate recruitment process to make sure we build a formidable slate for 2022. We have some ca…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
April 30, 2021 at 4:11 PM

Just $758

Brand New Congress We put a huge dent in our fundraising gap, let’s finish the job. John -- We are so close!  Last night when I reached out, we were $2,000 away from reaching our minimum April goal. Many of you were able to step up and help us shrink that gap -- thank yo…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
April 29, 2021 at 11:15 PM

A quick one

Brand New Congress John --  I know your inbox must be full this evening, so I promise to keep it quick: we need to bring in another $2,000 by midnight tomorrow night to meet our fundraising goal for April. Can Brand New Congress count on your support of any amount now t…
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  Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
April 28, 2021 at 10:04 PM

We're celebrating all week!

Brand New Congress John -- In case you missed it, Brand New Congress is celebrating our 5th birthday -- and we are keeping the party going all week long! In our first five years, Brand New Congress helped elect FOUR amazing progressive powerhouses to Congress -- and it’…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 27, 2021 at 10:05 PM

John, is your state impacted?

Brand New Congress You deserve better than hand-picked successors and corporate puppets. John -- The Census Bureau officially announced its long-awaited reapportionment figures and the results are a mixed bag. States losing ONE Congressional District: California, Illinoi…
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  Cory Archibald, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
April 26, 2021 at 6:31 PM

Today is our birthday!

Brand New Congress Let’s look at what we’ve accomplished together. John -- Brand New Congress officially launched five years ago today, and so much has happened! In a moment I’m going to ask for your help, but first I want to share with you what this day means to me perso…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 25, 2021 at 9:35 PM

A quick request

Brand New Congress John,  Wanted to check in before the weekend wraps up and make sure you saw this message from Friday. We are still running pretty short of our April goals, and that spells trouble for progressives in 2022.  But we know we can make a difference in the …
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  Brand New Congress · [email protected]
April 24, 2021 at 8:37 PM

ADD YOUR NAME: Pass the NO BAN Act

Brand New Congress John -- We remember all too well the day that former President Donald Trump enacted his cruel Muslim Ban. Many of us flooded streets and airports in protest of the detainment and separation of families due to his shameful and xenophobic executive order…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 23, 2021 at 8:31 PM

Looking forward to the weekend!

Brand New Congress John,  What if I told you that a contribution of $22 could help make Medicare for All a reality in this country? What if I told you a contribution of $22 could end the days of fossil fuels subsidies, and rein in big energy so they could no longer des…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 22, 2021 at 6:29 PM

It’s time for a GREEN NEW DEAL

Brand New Congress We can’t celebrate Earth Day without fighting for environmental justice. John -- This week BNC Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Cori Bush announced their Green New Deal for Cities Act of 2021. And how poetic that they rolled out this groundb…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 21, 2021 at 2:04 AM

Justice for George Floyd

Brand New Congress The verdict today was correct, but our work is far from done. John -- Earlier today a jury in Minnesota convicted Derek Chauvin on all three counts for the death of George Floyd, and a collective sigh was released from every Black person in America. I …
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 20, 2021 at 3:52 PM

Run Booker, run!

Brand New Congress Charles had a BIG announcement last week. Here’s how you can help. John -- When Charles Booker announced his run for U.S. Senate against Mitch McConnell in early 2020, Brand New Congress immediately picked up the phone and extended our support. We were …
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 19, 2021 at 4:28 PM

A heavy lift

Brand New Congress John --  Some of the most extreme right wing representatives just posted record fundraising for the first quarter of 2021. It’s disturbing to find that such dangerous people are being embraced but frankly, the GOP is positioning to retake the majority…
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  Brand New Congress · [email protected]
April 16, 2021 at 9:42 PM

With you on the team

Brand New Congress John -- We haven’t slowed down a bit since the 2020 election. We immediately launched our candidate recruitment efforts for 2022, and are already investing in support and training for progressive nominees. All of this work takes resources, and if we’r…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 14, 2021 at 4:43 PM

1, 2, 3, $4!

Brand New Congress It’s time to take over Congress. John -- I’m emailing to ask you to make a $4 contribution to Brand New Congress today. Here’s why: In just a few hours, we’ll hit our mid-month deadline for April and we’re still roughly $12,000 away from our goal. $…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 13, 2021 at 11:26 PM

They took his life over $346

Brand New Congress It’s time to reimagine policing. John -- Here we are still reeling from the ongoing trial of Derek Chauvin, reliving the trauma of the murder he committed on camera for the whole world to see. And it’s happened again. Not 10 minutes from where that tria…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 12, 2021 at 10:31 PM

Can you help us stay two steps ahead?

Brand New Congress Corporate America and the establishment in D.C. are scared. Our success is a threat to their agenda. John -- I was a candidate on the BNC slate twice, and now I serve as Executive Director of this fantastic organization made up of dedicated progressive …
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  Brand New Congress · [email protected]
April 11, 2021 at 10:37 PM

We’re taking over the House.

Brand New Congress We know what it takes to win, and we need you with us. John -- Brand New Congress was launched five years ago this month with a vision to take over Congress by electing hundreds of progressives from around the country. In 2018 we helped elect Alexandri…
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  Adrienne Bell · [email protected]
April 10, 2021 at 3:55 PM

Broadband is infrastructure

Brand New Congress The internet is a public utility and it’s time we treated it that way. John -- The Internet is a crucial part of contemporary life, and the need for accessible, affordable broadband is universal. We’ve seen that communities with little or no internet ac…
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