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  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 5, 2021 at 7:56 PM

Why is it taking so long to address gun violence?

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, Far too many Americans know the pain of losing someone -- a parent, a sibling, a child, a friend -- to gun violence. Day after day last month brought us news of yet another shooting. And yet the Senate still hasn’t taken the necessary steps to…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
May 3, 2021 at 7:43 PM

I say “thank you” a lot, but never often enough

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, I like to write a thank you note at the beginning of every month, because when we ask our generous supporters to contribute to our campaign’s online fundraising goals, you always come through for us. Really, I wish I could show my appreciation to …
  Suzan (personal) · [email protected]
April 30, 2021 at 6:18 PM

Personal request

Suzan DelBene for Congress Hi John -- My team asked me to reach out one more time to ask if you could pitch in before midnight to help hit our April fundraising goal: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/2104_email_delbene_eom?refcode=eom4 We’re still a little bit short of where we nee…
  Campaign Manager (via Team DelBene) · [email protected]
April 29, 2021 at 9:02 PM

Need you with us to WIN

Suzan DelBene for Congress Hey John, As Suzan DelBene’s campaign manager, I spend a lot of time listening to folks on our team tell me what we need to do to win. We need to run online ads. We need to connect with voters -- both on the phones and in person when it’s safe again. We…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
April 27, 2021 at 4:10 PM

The three bills that wouldn’t have passed without a Democratic majority:

Suzan DelBene for Congress John -- Already in 2021, we’ve seen just how critical the six votes keeping Democrats in control of the House are. The For the People Act -- reforming our electoral system to end corruption in politics. The American Rescue Plan -- providing desperately…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
April 26, 2021 at 9:20 PM

I need your help, John

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, I’ll keep this note short -- because if you’re like me, I bet you get a dozen political emails a day. With our end-of-month fundraising deadline coming up for April, I’m reaching out personally to ask you to chip in just $1 to hold the 1st Dist…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
April 22, 2021 at 4:15 PM

Our duty to future generations

Suzan DelBene for Congress Hi John, This Earth Day, it’s critical that we recommit to creating a greener future. As climate change threatens communities from coast to coast -- and across the globe -- we must recognize that it’s up to us to ensure that our children and grandchi…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
April 20, 2021 at 7:10 PM

13 more mass shootings

Suzan DelBene for Congress Hi John, It’s time to end the epidemic of gun violence in America. Here’s a statistic for you: In the week since Suzan sent you the email below, there have been 13 more mass shootings in our country. It has to stop. Take a moment to read Suzan’s messag…
  Finance Director (Suzan DelBene for Congress) · [email protected]
April 16, 2021 at 3:00 PM

This is how we raise $

Suzan DelBene for Congress When we plan out our finances each month, we keep one important number in mind, John:   DONATE $22.46 Our average donation each month (that’s where we are right now in April) helps us figure out what we can expect to bring in as we create the budg…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
April 13, 2021 at 6:16 PM

This American crisis

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, In the wake of horrific mass shootings in Georgia, Colorado, and South Carolina, President Biden recently announced that he will take executive actions to curb the epidemic of gun violence. I applaud the president and his administration for their …
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
April 9, 2021 at 8:20 PM

[ADD YOUR NAME] Sign our petition calling on the Senate to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act

Suzan DelBene for Congress The facts are staggering, John. Every year, an estimated more than 725,000 Americans experience sexual violence. More than 1 in 3 American women will experience sexual violence with physical contact.   1 in 3 female rape survivors are assaulted for t…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
April 7, 2021 at 6:15 PM

John, here’s how we use your data

Suzan DelBene for Congress (But it’s okay.) Don’t worry, we only use data from our emails -- like who opened or clicked a link -- to optimize our emails for deliverability and to make sure that we’re sending content that’s relevant. But so many companies know even more. Except they…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
April 5, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Quick note to say thanks

Suzan DelBene for Congress Hi John, I wanted to reach out quickly to say thank you. Our team made a big push for donations at the end of March, and because of your generosity, it paid off. We met our fundraising goal and have strong numbers to release for our upcoming quarterly f…
  The Future · [email protected]
April 1, 2021 at 6:58 PM

Speaker McCarthy

Suzan DelBene for Congress Did that scare you, John? Speaker Kevin McCarthy could be where we’re headed if Democrats don’t hold the House in 2022. Our majority is slim -- just five seats -- and we can’t afford to lose a single one in next year’s midterm elections. That’s why we’…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
March 31, 2021 at 9:25 PM

Looking at you, John

Suzan DelBene for Congress We haven’t yet met our end-of-quarter goal, but there’s still time for you to donate! John -- With less than 12 hours left in the month, we haven’t quite hit our goal for this cycle’s biggest fundraising deadline yet -- but it’s close!     DONATE Thank…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
March 31, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Asking for your support before the end of the month

Suzan DelBene for Congress Hi John, Today is the end of the first quarter of 2021. My finance team tells me that we’re still 87 donations short of our grassroots goal, and I’m asking if you can chip in any amount (even just $1!) before midnight tonight. If you’ve saved your payme…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
March 30, 2021 at 3:30 PM

The race to hold the House starts now

Suzan DelBene for Congress 5 seats. That’s all that keeps Democrats in the majority in the House of Representatives. With crucial legislation like the American Rescue Plan and universal background checks for gun sales already passing on razor-thin margins, we can’t afford to lose…
  Campaign Manager (via Team DelBene) · [email protected]
March 29, 2021 at 7:09 PM

This is how we WIN in 2022

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, At the end of this month, we have our first big fundraising milestone of 2021 -- our quarterly fundraising deadline. Next month, we’ll have to publicize our fundraising numbers for the last three months, and we obviously want to make as strong a s…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
March 25, 2021 at 5:02 PM

1994 → 2013 → 2021

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, FIRST: The Violence Against Women Act was passed into law in 1994, granting protection and resources for women and victims of violence. THEN: Despite the House passing another reauthorization in 2019, which Suzan co-sponsored, the bill died on Mitc…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
March 21, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Help and hope

#DelBeneDownload John,    It was just over a year ago that the coronavirus pandemic began to upend our lives.     Across the country, panic set in as plans were canceled, travel bans were instituted, and sta…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
March 19, 2021 at 9:14 PM

I’m dreaming of the day there is no more gun violence.

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, Yet again, the House has taken necessary action to protect the American people from gun violence. I’m proud that our legislation requiring universal background checks for gun sales passed with bipartisan support. Now, with Democrats in control in …
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
March 18, 2021 at 3:39 PM

This is legal, but it shouldn’t be.

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, When the House of Representatives passed the Equality Act -- historic legislation amending the Civil Rights Act -- we took a first, major step towards achieving equality for our LGBTQ friends, family, and neighbors. As we passed that historic bill,…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
March 15, 2021 at 8:53 PM

65 cities, 10 states, 1 Member of Congress

Suzan DelBene for Congress   This email was sent to: [email protected]. Our campaign is powered by supporters like you. Your grassroots support is critical to helping Suzan fight back against right-wing attacks -- but if you’d like to unsubscribe from our emails, you c…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
March 13, 2021 at 6:00 PM

John, you may qualify for $3,000 or more

Suzan DelBene for Congress This email was sent to: [email protected]. Our campaign is powered by supporters like you. Your grassroots support is critical to helping Suzan fight back against right-wing attacks -- but if you’d like to unsubscribe from our emails, you…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
March 11, 2021 at 6:04 PM

President Biden, Suzan DelBene, and John

Suzan DelBene for Congress John, We scored a major victory yesterday when Congress passed much-needed COVID-19 relief -- which included a temporary version of Suzan's Child Tax Credit expansion. Now we have an opportunity to make these direct payments to parents and famili…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 26, 2021 at 5:10 PM

You could get a call from Suzan next week

Menendez for Senate Hi John, To show just how thankful she is for every single contribution, Suzan is going to give a few grassroots donors a call next week. You could be on the list if you chip in today. This upcoming fundraising goal is critical for Suzan's campaign -- and right…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 25, 2021 at 3:38 PM

Hold ⬇️ the 🏠

PO Box 477, Kirkland, WA 98083 Paid for by DelBene for Congress This message was sent to: [email protected] | Change or update your email address by clicking here. We believe that emails are a crucial way for our campaign to stay in touch with supporters like you. If you'd like to rece…
  Tracy, Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 24, 2021 at 6:39 PM

No days (or years!) off

DelBene for Congress John, There's no such thing as an off-year for Suzan, which means there's no such thing as an off-year here on the finance team. When she is in the House working to expand the child tax credit, ensure we get COVID relief, and keep all Americans safe, healthy, and secure, w…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
February 22, 2021 at 8:49 PM

The fight is far from over

DelBene for Congress 2102 DelBene Download #DelBeneDownload John,February may be the shortest month of the year, but this month has certainly been jam-packed.From coming up with new ways to fight child poverty to advocating for comprehensive COVID relief to working to make the…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
February 19, 2021 at 10:19 PM

Change starts at home

DelBene for Congress Hi John, Black History Month is a reminder of both the courageous stories of Black Americans throughout history and of the work still left to do for racial justice in this country. Last week I wrote to you to highlight the important work the NAACP's Legal Defense Fund is d…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 17, 2021 at 4:50 PM

Have you wished Suzan a happy birthday yet?

DelBene for Congress Hi John, Suzan's birthday is TODAY, and we wanted to make sure you didn't miss the chance to wish her a happy birthday!If you haven't yet, click here to sign the card and help Suzan celebrate. Thank you for helping to join in the celebration, Team DelBene DONATE ----------…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 15, 2021 at 4:39 PM

Suzan's birthday is THIS Wednesday 🎉

PO Box 477, Kirkland, WA 98083 Paid for by DelBene for Congress This message was sent to: [email protected] | Change or update your email address by clicking here. We believe that emails are a crucial way for our campaign to stay in touch with supporters like you. If you'd like to rece…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
February 12, 2021 at 7:08 PM

Equality is not a one-month fight

DelBene for Congress Hi John, Black History Month is a time to honor Black stories, but it is also a reminder that Black history should be studied, acknowledged, and celebrated every day of the year. We absolutely cannot limit Black appreciation to February alone. That's why I am proud to supp…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
February 10, 2021 at 3:34 PM

re: Relief, recovery, rescue

DelBene for Congress Hi John, I wanted to reach out and make sure you saw this important email from our team. Right now, my colleagues and I are working hard to pass the American Rescue Plan and secure the help you, your family, and your community are counting on during the ongoing COVID-19 pa…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 5, 2021 at 4:32 PM

Relief, recovery, rescue

DelBene for Congress John, For years, Suzan has been fighting for legislation that helps American families -- like an expansion of the child tax credit that would provide so many with the relief they need the most. Mitch McConnell, Donald Trump, and so many others stood in the way of real progr…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
February 3, 2021 at 9:01 PM

re: Marjorie Taylor Green's conspiracy theories

DelBene for Congress John, Every member of Congress takes the same oath: to support and defend the Constitution. But instead of doing her job -- the one she swore to do -- Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is spreading horrific and dangerous conspiracy theories. In addition to inciting the in…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
January 31, 2021 at 8:04 PM

Hours left to get this right

DelBene for Congress Here's how things are shaping up, John: Now that we have secured Democratic control of the House, Senate, and White House, we can actually make our dreams a reality. From providing COVID-19 relief to securing the Affordable Care Act to expanding the child tax credit, it's a…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
January 30, 2021 at 7:54 PM

No such thing as an "off year"

DelBene for Congress Hi John, We're reaching out to let you know what is on the line right now, because even though it's not an election year, your support is more critical than ever. Here's why: The House majority right now is slim -- too slim. Earlier this month, we saw just how narrow Democ…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
January 27, 2021 at 4:39 PM

What do YOU want to change?

DelBene for Congress John, What a year it's been so far. We've taken control of the Senate, witnessed an insurrection at our nation's Capitol, impeached the president (again), and inaugurated President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris -- and we're not even a month into 2021! But now,…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
January 25, 2021 at 8:29 PM

Now, we hit the ground running

DelBene for Congress 2101 DelBene Download #DelBeneDownload John,Things in Washington, D.C. are changing very quickly these days.Last week, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris began their terms as President and Vice President. The same day, Alex Padilla, Jon Ossoff, and Reverend Rapha…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
January 22, 2021 at 7:08 PM

48 years of Roe v. Wade

DelBene for Congress John:IN 1973: The movement for reproductive rights celebrated a massive milestone when Roe v. Wade secured a woman's right to an abortion.SINCE THEN: The ruling has been challenged countless times through mandates and laws all over the country, but its foundation has been u…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
January 20, 2021 at 3:03 PM

Welcome aboard, 46 👏

DelBene for Congress John, Today, after a long journey and a hard-fought campaign, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be sworn in as the 46th president and 49th vice president of the United States. Due to the pandemic and ongoing threats of violence, this year's inauguration will be completely d…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
January 18, 2021 at 4:39 PM

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness"

DelBene for Congress John, Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a man who dedicated his life to the pursuit of freedom and justice for all Americans. Having been born in Selma, Alabama, I will always remember his tireless efforts to achieve equality. Even after the march he led from Se…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
January 7, 2021 at 10:24 PM

Yesterday at the Capitol

DelBene for Congress John, Yesterday was one of the darkest days in American history. A violent mob attacked our Capitol -- and the president incited and encouraged their failed insurrection to stop the certification of a free and fair election. President Trump has violated his oath of office.…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
December 23, 2020 at 5:03 PM

From my family to yours

DelBene for Congress John, I know the holidays are going to look and feel a little different this year, but I still wanted to honor our yearly tradition and send a little holiday cheer your way. From the DelBene family to yours -- we hope you have a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season. …
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
December 22, 2020 at 6:56 PM

Re: COVID-19 relief

DelBene for Congress John,Additional COVID-19 relief is finally coming. All month, Congressional leaders have been going back and forth in hopes of reaching a deal -- and yesterday, the Senate finally passed the relief bill. It's not perfect, but it's a good start. It will provide much-needed he…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
December 17, 2020 at 10:08 PM

The Senate majority is calling... Will you answer?

DelBene for Congress John, We can help flip the Senate next month. There's no way to sugarcoat this: Watching from the sidelines as Jon Ossoff and Rev. Raphael Warnock's face critical Senate race runoffs in Georgia is not going to secure our country a Democratic majority come January. Democrats…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
December 15, 2020 at 6:08 PM

A man set fire to Spokane Democrats office

DelBene for Congress John, I wanted to reach out to you regarding events that happened in Spokane County last week. Last Wednesday, a man entered the Spokane Democratic headquarters and threatened to bomb the building. Fortunately, everyone was safely evacuated -- but that didn't stop the perp…
  Suzan DelBene · [email protected]
December 14, 2020 at 11:12 PM

Urgent: ACA enrollment deadline is tomorrow (12/15)

DelBene for Congress John, Tomorrow, December 15th is the last day to enroll, re-enroll, or change your insurance plan in the Affordable Care Act Marketplace for next year. As this devastating pandemic continues into 2021, it's more important than ever to make sure you and your family are prote…
  Team DelBene · [email protected]
December 12, 2020 at 7:03 PM

Trump took a step back. Climate Change did not.

DelBene for Congress John, Today marks five years since the Paris Climate Agreement was adopted as an effort to slow global warming and the effects of climate change. Since then, Donald Trump has withdrawn our country from the accord -- recklessly putting our children, our health, and our plan…