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Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
August 1, 2021 at 2:37 PM

It’s a great day to help Nina win this seat

Good morning, John. I spent the last few days in Akron, Ohio, where hundreds of grassroots activists from across the country are mobilizing to get out the vote for Nina Turner!   Why do I and so many others believe in Nina so strongly? Because Nina knows f…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 31, 2021 at 6:34 PM

What happened last night at the Capitol

John -- Last night Congresswoman Cori Bush slept on the steps of the Capitol building in solidarity with the nearly 7 million Americans facing eviction tomorrow. The federal eviction moratorium put in place last year to protect renters from losing their homes in the…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 30, 2021 at 5:29 PM

Ohio and beyond

John -- The stage is set. We’ve endorsed some incredible candidates running for House and Senate in 2022, including Senator Nina Turner, who’s election is now only FOUR days away.  After witnessing the showdown in OH-11, we know exactly how low the establishment and…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 28, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Hello Somebody!

John --  Team BNC is helping Nina Turner get out the vote in the final days of early voting all the way through Election Day on August 3rd, because we can’t afford to leave one voter behind in Ohio’s 11th special election.  We can’t allow corporate-fueled interests …
Team Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 27, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Add your name: Protect disabled vets

John -- Millions of disabled people, including many military veterans, will have their right to vote taken away by Republican-run state governments unless the Senate takes urgent action to guarantee early voting, mail-in voting, and other protections that enable Ame…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 26, 2021 at 10:59 PM

This is unexpected

We’ve got to turn this trend around. Here’s how you can help. John -- It’s the worst time for this to happen.  Recurring donations are the lifeblood of our work, and the last two months they’ve started to drop off. But this is the time when we need to be increasing o…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 25, 2021 at 10:01 PM

10 days to Nina

John -- Republicans and the Democratic establishment will do all they can to maintain the status quo in our government, even if it means teaming up to stop Nina Turner from winning her election.  As Ohio state senator, Nina gained a proven track record of fighting f…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 23, 2021 at 8:44 PM

Medicare for ALL

There is nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come. John -- Brand New Congress was one of the leading early voices in the modern fight for Medicare for All.   In March 2017, before our first candidates were even announced, we launched a pressure campaign…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 21, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Next year will define the rest of the decade.

I have a brief but urgent request, John. The Brand New Congress slate is stacked with some outstanding progressive candidates running in 2022, but July has been a tough fundraising month. Will you chip in $22 today to help us make up our shortfall? …
Team Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 20, 2021 at 5:30 PM

Did you see this important invite?

Every minute and every dollar counts; it’s how we make real progress and change in this country! John -- With Ohio’s special election only two weeks away, we’ve got to pull out all the stops and help Nina Turner win her race.  Can you spare a couple of hours this ev…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 20, 2021 at 2:31 PM

Brittany Ramos DeBarros

Brand New Congress is thrilled to stand in her corner!   John -- Our newest addition to the 2022 slate, Brittany Ramos DeBarros is the organizer, advocate, and fighter we need, and Brand New Congress is thrilled to stand in her corner! …
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 19, 2021 at 8:45 PM

It’s time.

John --    The COVID pandemic has been great for America’s billionaires. The richest men in the country have grown their wealth by a staggering $1.6 trillion since the start of this crisis. Now they are racing each other to space while millions of working families a…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 19, 2021 at 12:08 AM

We have to get this right.

John -- Imagine being threatened with deportation from the only country you’ve ever known. Most of the people currently covered under the DACA program were brought here when they were small children, and have never been back to their birth countries.     …
Team BNC · [email protected]
July 18, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Hello Somebody! Can you help us dial for Nina?

John -- It’s getting close now!  Nina Turner’s race for Ohio’s 11th is just around the corner, and we’ve got to make sure we reach every voter possible and have them turn out during early voting or on Election Day. That’s where we need your help. Can you sign up for…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 15, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Feeling 22

...a different approach than most political organizations. John -- I have a brief but urgent request for you this afternoon.   There is a wave of activity here at Brand New Congress. Our candidate slate is filling up quickly and I must say we have some AMAZING progre…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 14, 2021 at 10:05 PM

What happened in Texas

TX Dems are facing arrest because they stood up for democracy... John -- Earlier this week, Democratic lawmakers in my home state of Texas literally fled the state in the name of protecting voting rights.  The Texas GOP has long been on the warpath against voting rig…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 13, 2021 at 5:15 PM

This race is just weeks away

John -- It’s obvious that Republicans and the Democratic establishment will do all they can to maintain the status quo, even if it means teaming up to stop Nina Turner from winning her election.  As Ohio state senator, Nina gained a proven track record of fighting f…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 12, 2021 at 5:00 PM

Welcome back Rebecca Parson!

Rebecca is running again for WA-06, and we are proud to stand with her. John --  I’ve got some exciting news. One of my slatemates from 2020 is running for Congress again -- and Brand New Congress is proud to stand by her side once more! …
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 10, 2021 at 2:30 PM

Elect Black women

John -- As an organization, Brand New Congress is committed to electing more people of color. Our current Congress doesn’t come close to reflecting the makeup of the American people, and Black women are the least represented. It’s also a fact that Black women’s poli…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 8, 2021 at 5:01 PM

We’re all in for Jessica Mason!

Jessica is running for Congress to deliver a “New Deal” for Texas’ 30th Congressional district... John -- We’re proud to announce the latest addition to our 2022 slate, Jessica Mason, running for Congress in TX-30!  This veteran, non-profit coordinator, and former le…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 7, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Two of our own

Even as we watched it unfold, we knew action was being taken. John -- Just six months ago, we witnessed the chaos and horror of the January 6th insurrection.  Domestic terrorists from all over the country stormed our nation's Capitol in an attempt to overthrow the r…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 6, 2021 at 10:31 PM

Introducing Marsha Williams!

John -- Brand New Congress proudly welcomes Marsha Williams to our 2022 slate! Marsha is a mother of three, philanthropist and community advocate running for Congress in Illinois' 16th congressional district.  Through her work at a local trade school, Mars…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 5, 2021 at 5:33 PM

Nina’s message

Brand New Congress John -- In less than a month, Nina Turner is going to win her race for Congress in Ohio’s 11th.  Why? Because millions of people are standing up and saying, “YES” to progress for working people. They know that from the House of Representatives, Nina w…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
July 1, 2021 at 12:30 PM

Did you see Charles Booker’s big announcement?

We’ve been waiting for this day! John -- It’s official! Charles Booker is running for Senate again, and he’s going to send Rand Paul into retirement. Brand New Congress was proud to be the first national group to support Charles’ electrifying campaign in 2020 -- and …
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 30, 2021 at 5:29 PM

This is it

Brand New Congress Hello, John. Adrienne Bell here, with a promise to keep this short.  We're now just hours away from our FEC quarterly deadline, and we MUST raise another $6,181 to sustain our operations and support our newly announced 2022 candidates. Can you chip in…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 29, 2021 at 2:58 PM

We’ve got a winning slate!

Brand New Congress John -- June has been especially busy for Brand New Congress. We’ve rolled out several outstanding House candidates from across the country, and we’re wrapping up the month with our endorsement of Malcolm Kenyatta, US Senate candidate from Pennsylvania…
Adrienne Bell, Brand New Congress · [email protected]
June 28, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Here’s a biggie!

We have a chance to make history!   John -- Today, Brand New Congress is thrilled to announce our first US Senate campaign endorsement for 2022! Pennsylvania State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta is the first openly LGBTQ person of color -- and o…
Nina Turner · [email protected]
June 26, 2021 at 1:01 PM

A message from Nina

Brand New Congress What we do now will make or break our ability to govern for ALL people. Hello John - Nina Turner here!  In just a moment I’m going to ask you to split a contribution between my campaign for OH-11 and Brand New Congress. But first I want to tell you why…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…