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  Melissa Plummer, Team DelBene · [email protected]
July 1, 2020 at 12:06 AM

Last one before our primary

DelBene for Congress John, Our critical end-of-quarter fundraising deadline -- the last one before our primary -- is tonight. After that, our opponents will see exactly where we stand. So many of you have already contributed toward this goal, and I can't thank you enough. You're setting Team Del…
  Finance Update (via Team DelBene) · [email protected]
June 30, 2020 at 4:08 PM

Don't let Republicans outraise us

DelBene for Congress Here's the deal. We've got momentum. But with less than 24 hours before the end of the quarter, we cannot afford to lose ground. Suzan's facing two Republicans who have made it clear their only priorities are promoting the Trump agenda. We can't lose our advantage.Let's m…
  Tracy, Team DelBene · [email protected]
June 29, 2020 at 4:55 PM

My job

DelBene for Congress Hi John, We're just one day away from a major fundraising deadline, and as Suzan's Finance Director, I'm asking you to make a contribution today. But I'm not going to ask for your money without telling you exactly why we count on your support. My job is all about keeping t…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
June 29, 2020 at 12:07 AM

A personal request

DelBene for Congress Hi John, June is always a month for activism -- it marks both Gun Violence Awareness Month and Pride month. This June, Americans also stood up to march, protest, and speak out for racial justice. I'm proud that Democrats in the House have shown legislative leadership where i…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
June 26, 2020 at 5:02 PM

How are you celebrating Pride, John?

DelBene for Congress John --Five years ago today, America rejoiced when the Supreme Court affirmed in Obergefell v. Hodges that love is love. With that historic decision, same-sex marriage became legal nationwide. It was a profound step forward for the LGBTQ community and for our country. But it…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
June 25, 2020 at 5:03 PM

Is this the team to beat?

DelBene for Congress John, here's the deal: We're ramping up our campaign efforts as we head into the 2020 election -- and it's almost here. We must protect the Democratic House majority. And that means we cannot lose WA-01. We need to keep up the momentum we've built. Suzan and Team DelBene a…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
June 24, 2020 at 5:34 PM

#AllInWA

DelBene for Congress John, Governor Inslee and leaders across Washington state have announced an exciting new effort to provide relief and help our friends and neighbors who are struggling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. All In WA is a coordinated effort across our state that aims to rais…
  DelBeneforCongress.com · [email protected]
June 21, 2020 at 4:40 PM

John, here's your #DelBeneDownload for June:

20200619 DelBene Download #DelBeneDownload Hello John -- I know that this is an uncertain time for so many Washingtonians. I hope recent events have marked a turning point in American history -- one that will see us turn toward justice and address the systemic racism that haunts our country. On…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
June 18, 2020 at 8:51 PM

I want to hear from you: Do you support the Justice in Policing Act, John?

DelBene for Congress John, The time for change is now. Across the country, Americans are using their First Amendment rights to march, protest, and call for an end to the systemic racism and injustice that has haunted our nation from its founding. For far too long, our criminal justice system …
  Melissa Plummer, Team DelBene · [email protected]
June 15, 2020 at 6:03 PM

Here's the thing about Suzan:

DelBene for Congress Here's the thing about Suzan, John: Suzan will not compromise on her principles. If she believes in something, she'll fight for it. If she sees wrong, she'll stand up to it. If change is needed, she'll do her best to make that change happen. And if recent events have made a…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
June 15, 2020 at 12:07 AM

The time for leaders we cannot trust is over

DelBene for Congress John, Our country is in crisis. We've entered into a recession, and far, far too many Americans have lost a job or seen hours cut in recent months. The coronavirus pandemic remains a looming threat. And millions of us are protesting against our nation's long history of sys…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
June 12, 2020 at 6:55 PM

I'll be voting for Joe Biden in November, and I'll do everything I can to make sure he becomes our next president.

DelBene for Congress Hi John, We can't afford another four years of the Trump administration. We can't afford four more years with a president who doesn't believe in science, who questions the advice of experts, and who puts people in danger because he prioritizes his political interests above…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
June 11, 2020 at 5:54 PM

Our #WAHeroes

DelBene for Congress John, In the midst of the fear and sorrow of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen over and over again that we can get through anything if communities come together, even as we try to stay physically apart.It's important to all of us on Team DelBene to acknowledge the heroes w…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
June 10, 2020 at 8:04 PM

YES OR NO: Should we help save 60 million jobs?

DelBene for Congress Should we help save 60 million American jobs, John? Suzan's job protection plan -- part of the Heroes Act passed by House Democrats -- will do just that, because we just can't afford another month, or two, or three of jobless claims going up by millions every week. But M…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
June 3, 2020 at 8:24 PM

John, we can fix what seems broken beyond repair

DelBene for Congress John, I spoke to a volunteer clean-up crew in Bellevue on Monday. While looking around at all the broken glass and storefronts, I reflected on the deep wounds of racism, white supremacy, and police brutality. Wounds that have driven the anguished cries for justice for Georg…
  Melissa Plummer · [email protected]
May 29, 2020 at 4:49 PM

What Suzan is up to -- thanks to you

DelBene for Congress Hi John, You probably get a lot of fundraising emails from political campaigns -- I know I do. But I want you to know that your support for Team DelBene means something. It means Suzan can focus on fighting COVID-19, ending child poverty, and working to keep people in good…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
May 28, 2020 at 6:55 PM

Are you able to pitch in $3, John?

DelBene for Congress John, The last few months have been tough for people around Washington state and across the country. We know that the most important thing Team DelBene can do is work to support our community -- that's why we've been raising money for organizations supporting frontline work…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 27, 2020 at 6:16 PM

Four more years

DelBene for Congress John, Here in Washington state, we have leaders we can count on to see us through the COVID-19 pandemic with the health and safety of Washingtonians in mind. Our state's smart, steady, science-based response to the pandemic starts with Governor Jay Inslee. The governor has…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 25, 2020 at 4:07 PM

On Memorial Day, we honor the sacrifice of American heroes.

DelBene for Congress John, Today, on Memorial Day, we pause to honor the heroes who died in service to our country. We must never forget their bravery and sacrifice for the causes of freedom, justice, and democracy. At this difficult moment in our history, it is more important than ever that w…
  DelBeneforCongress.com · [email protected]
May 23, 2020 at 5:42 PM

John, here's your #DelBeneDownload for May:

DelBeneDownload #DelBeneDownload Hello John --I hope you are safe, healthy, and well.Since the COVID-19 crisis began, I've been leading efforts in Congress to fight for you and your family.Just the other week, House Democrats passed the bipartisan Heroes Act to help workers kee…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
May 21, 2020 at 4:39 PM

We have to know, will you vote in November?

DelBene for Congress John, This November, we have the chance to reclaim the White House and elect a president who actually cares about the people, but more than just the presidency is at stake. Thanks to historic voter turnout in the 2018 midterms, Democrats took back the House majority, and o…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 20, 2020 at 4:40 PM

The Heroes Act will save American jobs. We need the Senate to pass it.

DelBene for Congress John, Losing a job can mean so much more than a loss of income. It's a loss of security and stability. For many Americans, losing a job also means losing health care coverage. For folks living paycheck-to-paycheck, losing a job might be the tipping point between having saf…
  Calendar (via DelBeneForCongress.com) · [email protected]
May 18, 2020 at 7:21 PM

It's official. We have 6 challengers.

DelBene for Congress Hello John -- I'm Melissa, Suzan's campaign manager, and I have a big update for you. Friday was the deadline for candidacy filing here in Washington state -- the deadline for challengers to officially tell us they're in the running for Suzan's seat. Now we need to show ou…
  Nominate a Hero (via Team DelBene) · [email protected]
May 17, 2020 at 9:54 PM

Do you know someone who deserves an extra thank you?

DelBene for Congress Hello John -- There are so many people in Washington's first district who deserve our thanks during this tough time. Grocery store workers keep the shelves stocked with food. Mail carriers and delivery workers have ensured that everything from new books to birthday cards to…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 14, 2020 at 8:16 PM

You're about to hear a lot about the HEROES Act >>

DelBene for Congress Hello John -- When I was in fourth grade, my dad lost his job. It was very hard for my family to recover, and we moved frequently as my parents looked for work. I keep that experience in mind as I work to respond to the economic harm the COVID-19 pandemic is causing working …
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 11, 2020 at 8:39 PM

John, tomorrow's election is a "toss-up"

DelBene for Congress John -- I am writing to you today to ask if you can split a donation to help Democrat Christy Smith get out the vote before tomorrow's special election for a battleground congressional seat in California. Before I get into the details about that, I want to say thank you to …
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 10, 2020 at 5:15 PM

John, something different for Mother's Day

Suzan DelBene News Round Up #TogetherWA Hello John --This is no doubt a different Mother's Day for many of us in Washington state and across the country.For many people, this could be the first Mother's Day they've spent away from their moms, their children, or their extended f…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
May 8, 2020 at 7:11 PM

We need vote-by-mail for all Americans

DelBene for Congress John, Generations of Americans have fought and died for the right to participate in our democracy by voting. Our vote is our voice, and our ability to be heard by our government is at the heart of what it means to be American. Now, when so much is uncertain and so many of …
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 6, 2020 at 5:04 PM

John, America's nurses are heroes

DelBene for Congress John -- America's nurses are heroes, especially now. Nurses take more risk -- and spend more time -- than any other profession in tending to COVID-19 patients and Americans who may have the disease. It's the nurses who staff testing centers in Seattle and across the country…
  DelBeneforCongress.com · [email protected]
April 28, 2020 at 1:13 AM

Michelle Obama champions Washington lawmakers

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  DelBene HQ · [email protected]
April 24, 2020 at 4:04 PM

Defending the right to vote, while putting safety first

DelBene for Congress John, The Wisconsin primary election earlier this month could be a painful preview of what's to come if other states don't follow Washington's lead and implement universal mail-in voting. Already, Wisconsin state health officials have connected 19 coronavirus cases to the p…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
April 22, 2020 at 8:51 PM

Oh, what a world

DelBene for Congress Friend – As people celebrate Earth Day today, many are noticing recent improvements in our environment. Yes – as the world slows to a halt, our air quality has slightly improved and our greenhouse gas emissions have gone down. The impact humans have on our environment is cl…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
April 20, 2020 at 8:07 PM

Looking ahead to the next relief package

DelBene for Congress "New Democrat Coalition leads the push for using automatic stabilizers to provide businesses, families certainty that aid will come as needed" -- April 14, 2020 LEARN MORE John, now more than ever, Washington families, businesses, and workers need stability and cer…
  Mel Plummer, DelBene for Congress · [email protected]
April 13, 2020 at 10:41 PM

We are demanding immediate action

DelBene for Congress John, Suzan is committed to ensuring every American has affordable, quality health care. Since day one in office, she has been advocating for affordable care and fighting back against any attempts to gut the ACA. Now more than ever, we need to ensure every person has access…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
April 11, 2020 at 3:05 PM

Wishing you a safe and happy holiday!

DelBene for Congress John, I hope you are staying safe as many of us celebrate Easter or Passover. Although the way we celebrate might look a little different this year, I hope you’re able to find that feeling of togetherness even if you’re apart. We are living in a historical time, John. And I…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
April 9, 2020 at 5:20 PM

Wanted to check in

DelBene for Congress John, I hope this email finds you and your family well. A happy Passover to everyone who is celebrating. With things developing rapidly both at the state and national level, I want to continue to check in with you and send the latest updates and resources regarding COVID-19…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
April 6, 2020 at 10:03 PM

Join me in calling on the administration to act

DelBene for Congress "Trump could have reopened enrollment for the Affordable Care Act for coronavirus. He chose not to." -- April 1, 2020 John, Democrats are calling on President Trump to reopen enrollment under the Affordable Care Act. This is so that people without health insurance can …
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
April 2, 2020 at 11:02 PM

Voting during COVID-19

DelBene for Congress John, Last week, the House majority passed a bipartisan $2 trillion coronavirus relief package. This pro-worker package includes billions of dollars to support hospitals, students, and working families. President Trump has already signed this relief package into law, but th…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
March 31, 2020 at 9:05 PM

Join me in thanking the workers who are putting our families first

DelBene for Congress John, I want to take a moment to recognize and thank the countless men and women on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis today. Health care, food, sanitary workers, childcare providers, first responders, and doctors – many of us know them, some of us are them. Without the …
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
March 27, 2020 at 7:00 PM

House and Senate Pass Covid-19 Package

DelBene for Congress "House Passes $2 Trillion Relief Bill" -- March 27, 2020 LEARN MORE John, As our communities, families, and local economies continue to be disrupted by this outbreak, my number one priority is ensuring the federal government prioritizes Washington families and busi…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
March 13, 2020 at 9:47 PM

What you can do:

DelBene for Congress Wondering what you can do to help in your community with COVID-19 response and relief? Here are some ideas: Donate blood - Our local blood banks are at critically low reserves due to blood drive cancellations. For more information on how to help, click here. Donate food/t…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
March 8, 2020 at 8:21 PM

COVID-19 and what we can do to help

DelBene for Congress John, Given the outbreak across our region, I want to send an update about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Washington State. The impact has been truly heartbreaking, and my deepest condolences go out to the families and friends who have lost loved ones. I am doing every…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
February 29, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Happy Leap Year!

John -- we haven't reached our end-of-month goal for February. But, we are close to closing the $1,014 gap, and we have one extra day to get there! To defend the majority in November, will you chip in $5 or whatever you can before midnight tonight? Below is your personal link:http://secure.actblu…
  Mel Plummer, DelBene for Congress · [email protected]
February 29, 2020 at 2:03 AM

A simple fact:

DelBene for Congress John, In case you haven't noticed, there's a huge presidential race flooding our airwaves right now. We the people are desperate for new leadership in the White House, and many qualified candidates have thrown their hats in the race. I'm not the first person to tell you tha…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
February 28, 2020 at 5:24 PM

The struggle for the right to vote continues

DelBene for Congress John, I was fortunate to travel back to my birthplace, Selma, Alabama, with my friend Rep. John Lewis to commemorate the historic march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge known as “Bloody Sunday.” At the time, the voting age population of Dallas County was 30,000, more than ha…
  DelBeneforCongress.com · [email protected]
February 27, 2020 at 11:41 PM

Workers rights, equal rights, and how Suzan is fighting for the people:

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  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
February 26, 2020 at 6:43 PM

This starts today

DelBene for Congress John, In just a minute, I'm going to ask you to contribute to my campaign before our critical February deadline. Here’s why it is important.Since you flipped the House blue in 2018, our majority has fought for the things that matter:✔️Access to affordable health care;✔️Equa…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 26, 2020 at 3:03 AM

February is notorious for this

DelBene for Congress John, We're going to be frank with you: we are falling behind on our February fundraising goal. This isn't a total shock, since February is notorious for slow fundraising. But it's still a cause for alarm. We need to protect the majority in the House in November so the next…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 21, 2020 at 6:18 PM

Data privacy, why it matters, and what Suzan is doing to implement it:

Our democracy depends on this, John. Let us know what you think about safeguarding our data and personal information online. DelBene for Congress "Trump campaign hires alum of controversial data company" The data company "shut down in 2018 amid allegations that it set up a scheme to obtain d…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
February 21, 2020 at 1:51 AM

I need to talk to you about this

DelBene for Congress John, I want to take a moment to talk about President Trump's latest budget proposal, and why we need to band together like we did before to stop this irresponsible plan. The budget proposes to cut: $130 billion from Medicare; $292 billion from safety-net programs like Me…