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  Zach Wahls · [email protected]
January 23, 2023 at 7:05 PM

ACTION ALERT: Republicans are trying to ram through vouchers

Today, Iowa Republicans are trying to ram through a bill that will give away money from our public school students to a handful of private schools. John,  Today, Iowa Republicans are trying to ram through a bill that will give away money from our public school students to a handful of private schoo…
  Rapid Response Team (via Iowa Democrats) · [email protected]
January 11, 2023 at 1:05 AM

🪧 public dollars belong in public schools 🪧

Blue State Digital Mailing Template         Kim Reynolds is ALL IN on vouchers Show your support for our public schools! GET A YARD SIGN Hey friend, Kim Reynolds just wrapped up her Condition of the State speech and made it clear that she and her fellow Republicans will n…
  Iowa Democrats · [email protected]
January 9, 2023 at 11:35 PM

ICYMI: we're back!

In case you missed it: Iowa Democratic Party edition Welcome to 2023! For everyone who had breaking hundred-year records for most ballots in a Speaker election on their bingo card, you're off to a great start.📱 ON THE INTERNET 📱 Representative Adam Zabner: I was proud to hold my hand on the prayer…
  Zach Wahls · [email protected]
January 6, 2023 at 9:00 PM

Two Years Ago Today

We cannot allow this kind of dangerous extremism to prevail in IowaJohn, Two years ago today, a group of violent insurrectionists stormed our nation’s Capitol to overturn the 2020 election and upend our democracy.   It's easy to think of the insurrection as a single, isolated attack on our democrac…
  Zach Wahls · [email protected]
December 31, 2022 at 5:41 PM

New beginnings in the new year

I speak for our entire Iowa Senate Democrats team when I say, “Thank you.” John, One last note from me before we ring in the new year. I know we’re all excited to celebrate the end of 2022, and if you’re anything like me, you’re already starting to look ahead to 2023.  2022 has been a challenging y…
  Iowa Senate Democrats · [email protected]
December 30, 2022 at 9:30 PM

Before 2022 ends

Our end of year fundraising deadline is just one day away, so we’ll keep this quick: This year with your support, we re-elected Sarah Trone Garriott and defeated Iowa’s worst SenatorJohn - Our end of year fundraising deadline is just one day away, so we’ll keep this quick: This year with your suppo…
  Emma Weinert · [email protected]
December 29, 2022 at 10:47 PM

re: the results of our 2022 strategy survey

Many of you wrote that for Iowa Democrats to be successful, we must do a better job of reaching younger voters and voters in rural communities. Another common response was the need to bring positivity, empathy, and respect back to politics.Hi John -  It’s Emma from the Iowa Senate Democrats. Earlie…
  Ross Wilburn · [email protected]
December 29, 2022 at 7:31 PM

forging ahead with hope

Blue State Digital Mailing Template         Friend, I hope you've had some time this past week to take a step back from the daily routine, reflect, enjoy the holidays, and spend time with loved ones. For me, the end of the year is a time to reflect on all of the moments tha…
  Zach Wahls · [email protected]
December 28, 2022 at 5:45 PM

Looking ahead

We’re just days away from our major end-of-year fundraising deadline! This deadline is especially important because in January, my team and I will be making key spending decisions about the next election cycle. John -  We’re just days away from our major end-of-year fundraising deadline! This deadl…
  Zach Wahls · [email protected]
December 27, 2022 at 5:45 PM

a closer look at our survey results

We’ve received over 600 responses so far from Democrats all across Iowa, and your feedback is extremely valuable as we put together our plan for future elections. John -  Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing the thoughtful responses that so many of our top supporters gave in …
  Zach Wahls · [email protected]
December 23, 2022 at 5:37 PM

Happy Holidays!

However you celebrate, may your season be filled with family, joy, and good food. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!Dear John - I wanted to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a happy holiday season. This is one of my favorite times of the year. I love spending …
  Taylor Vos · [email protected]
December 22, 2022 at 8:07 PM

this is the last time I’m emailing you

Blue State Digital Mailing Template         It’s Thursday and I’ve got a lot of news. Buckle up, friend:  At the end of this month, I’m getting married! I’ll spare you the details, but I’m very excited (and very stressed) about the wedding. My dress is at the tailor's, the…
  Emma Weinert · [email protected]
December 20, 2022 at 5:35 PM

We want to hear from you, John

Every response informs our strategy to improve our campaigns and do a better job of winning elections here in Iowa.John -  It’s Emma from the Iowa Senate Democrats. In a minute, I’m going to ask you to complete our 2022 midterms survey, but first I’d like to explain why it matters.  In 2022, we exp…
  Iowa Democrats · [email protected]
December 19, 2022 at 9:25 PM

ICYMI: student successes, fifa finals, holiday highlights

In case you missed it: Iowa Democratic Party edition Our Chair Ross Wilburn announced this weekend that he will be passing the torch at the end of his term.  We can't thank him enough for his service to the people of Iowa and his tireless enthusiasm for improving and expanding our party.📱 ON THE IN…
  Lauren McElmeel · [email protected]
December 15, 2022 at 7:04 PM

why you should give to the Iowa Democratic Party

Blue State Digital Mailing Template         Look, you’ve already read the subject and decided to open this email, so let’s get down to business, friend: I know that this year didn’t go the way a lot of us hoped it would. And no one wants to be told to keep fighting when tha…
  Sarah Trone Garriott · [email protected]
December 15, 2022 at 6:46 PM

your feedback is critical to our future success

We cannot retake the majority in the State Senate without you. Hearing your feedback and ideas about how to improve our campaigns helps us do a better job of winning elections here in Iowa.John -  It’s Iowa State Senator Sarah Trone Garriott. Thanks to your help, I defeated GOP Senate President Jak…
  Iowa Democrats · [email protected]
December 12, 2022 at 9:32 PM

ICYMI: history makers, risk takers, and cookie bakers

In case you missed it: Iowa Democratic Party edition A NOTE FROM THE VICE CHAIRThinking about running for school board or in a municipal race in 2023? Now is the time to get ready to run.   Ready to Run® Iowa is a nonpartisan campaign training program to encourage women to run for elective office, p…
  Iowa Senate Democrats · [email protected]
December 12, 2022 at 7:03 PM

We’d love to hear your thoughts!

Your candid feedback is invaluable—thank you for all you do, and for your support as we rebuild our path back to the majority.John -  As we continue to analyze last month’s midterms and put together our plan for future elections, we want to hear directly from you to understand how we can improve ou…
  Sam Amadeo · [email protected]
December 8, 2022 at 4:05 PM

running the numbers for next year

Blue State Digital Mailing Template         I’ll be honest, friend – rebuilding the Iowa Democratic Party infrastructure will take time and money. And if we’re going to do this right, we need support from engaged folks like you. You’ve heard it from us before, but sustainin…
  Iowa Democrats · [email protected]
December 5, 2022 at 10:33 PM

ICYMI: one dog dancing, 485k students losing resources, and a partridge in a pear tree 🐦

In case you missed it: Iowa Democratic Party edition Read our Chair Ross Wilburn's statement on the proposed changes to the Presidential nominating calendar here.📱 ON THE INTERNET 📱 Iowa House Democrats: Taking resources away from 485,000 Iowa public school kids is wrong. Public money belongs to pu…
  Erika Bartlett · [email protected]
November 29, 2022 at 9:25 PM

3️⃣3️⃣ to 2023

Blue State Digital Mailing Template         Hi friend, it’s your friendly neighborhood Finance Director here! We’re getting down to the end of this year and starting to make our plans for 2023. And I’ll be honest with you, friend – a lot of those plans are going to come dow…
  IDP Store · [email protected]
November 25, 2022 at 9:03 PM

🤫 shhh...just for you

wear your values on your sleeve Paid for by the Iowa Democratic Party. www.iowademocrats.org Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee   Federal law requires us to use our best efforts to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and name of employer of ind…
  Zach Wahls · [email protected]
November 17, 2022 at 3:32 PM

Thank you.

Your investment in our organization was incredibly valuable and allowed us to organize on the ground earlier than ever before.     John, Now that the dust is settling after last week’s elections, I wanted to thank you one more time for your generous support of our work during the 2022 …
  Iowa Democrats · [email protected]
November 14, 2022 at 10:13 PM

ICYMI: honey cakes and avocado skates

In case you missed it: Iowa Democratic Party edition 📝 NOTE FROM THE CHAIR 📝 I am so thankful for every candidate who put themselves out there, every volunteer who knocked doors and made phone calls, and for all the voters who believed in a better future for Iowa.   I want to be clear that no matter…
  Iowa Senate Democrats · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 11:46 PM

Polls close soon!

Exercising your right to vote is more important than ever.   John, Polls will be closing soon, so we wanted to reach out to remind you to get out there and vote if you haven’t! Crucial issues are on the ballot this year and it’s up to us to ensure the next slate of Iowa Senators puts wo…
  Iowa Senate Democrats · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 6:44 PM

Tell your friends!

A brighter, better, and safer future for Iowans rests upon today’s election.   John, Election Day is underway so we wanted to send along a quick note. If you haven’t voted yet, you can find your nearest polling place here: https://iwillvote.com/ If you’ve already voted, can …
  Iowa Senate Democrats · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 2:31 PM

TODAY is the day!

A brighter, better, and safer future for Iowans rests upon today’s election.   John, The day is finally here! We don’t want to take up too much of your time this Election Day, so we’ll say this: A brighter, better, and safer future for Iowans rests upon today’s election. As Republican…
  Senate Majority HQ · [email protected]
November 7, 2022 at 11:34 PM

One. Day.

With so much at stake in these upcoming elections, your support goes a long way.   John, Tomorrow is Election Day! To find your polling location, information about how to register, or other information about voting, please visit IWillVote.com. Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. o…
  SMF Organizing Team · [email protected]
November 7, 2022 at 4:05 AM

Getting out the vote!

Republicans are betting on lower voter turnout.   John, We’ve had a busy weekend getting out the vote across the state of Iowa and with Election Day just two days away, we need all the help we can get! Will you sign up to join our GOTV efforts? VOLUNTEER IN CLIVE …
  Voting Reminder · [email protected]
November 6, 2022 at 6:39 PM

Do you have a plan to vote?

Exercising your right to vote is more important than ever.   John, Election Day is in TWO days, so we wanted to reach out to remind you to make a plan to vote! With Republican politicians poised to defund our public schools, attack our reproductive healthcare, and gut our votin…
  Team IDP · [email protected]
November 5, 2022 at 11:39 PM

representation matters

help our trailblazers reach the finish line! HELP JEROME WIN HELP MARY WIN HELP SURESH WIN HELP JOSH WIN HELP LIZ WIN HELP IZAAH WIN HELP MEGAN WIN HELP ELLE WIN  If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: DONATE $5 DONAT…
  Senate Majority HQ · [email protected]
November 5, 2022 at 5:19 PM

We need your help this weekend.

Together, we can make Iowa a better place to live, work, and raise a family.   John, Election Day is just around the corner, so we’re making one final effort this weekend to get out the vote! The results of key races across the state of Iowa will be decided by which campaigns knocked …
  SMF Organizing Team · [email protected]
November 4, 2022 at 9:01 PM

Are you knocking doors this weekend?

With so much on the line this year, exercising your right to vote is more important than ever.   John, We had to make sure you saw this email before the weekend. The crucial midterm elections are coming up this Tuesday and we’re working hard to get out the vote! With so much on the l…
  Voting Reminder · [email protected]
November 3, 2022 at 9:50 PM

Have you voted yet?

Together we can make Iowa a better place to live, work, and raise a family.   John, Election Day is just around the corner and we’re hoping to drive voter turnout in record numbers this year. So, we’re reaching out to ask: have you made a plan to vote? With crucial issues like reproducti…
  IDP Organizing Team · [email protected]
November 3, 2022 at 8:56 PM

You’re Invited: it’s now or never

Blue State Digital Mailing Template         Hi friend, We need all hands on deck to elect Democrats up and down the ballot to fund public schools, protect reproductive freedoms, and make Iowa a welcoming place for everyone. Polls are open this Saturday in all 99 counties! S…
  Iowa Senate Democrats · [email protected]
November 3, 2022 at 2:20 PM

Help us get out the vote!

We are hard at work knocking on doors and making phone calls to drive voter turnout.   John, It’s not an exaggeration to call these upcoming midterm elections one of the most consequential in our lifetimes. Republican politicians are working to defund our public schools, dismantle our…
  SMF Organizing Team · [email protected]
November 2, 2022 at 9:09 PM

5 Key Races

Now more than ever, we need strong Democratic leaders that advocate for our teachers and public schools, better-paying jobs, and a safer Iowa.   John, The future of Iowa could come down to these five key races: Now more than ever, we need strong Democratic leaders that a…
  Senate Majority HQ · [email protected]
November 1, 2022 at 10:34 PM

🗳️1 Week Left 🗳️

Key races across Iowa will come down to which campaigns are able to drive voter turnout in the final week.   John, That’s right. Election Day is just one week away. And with crucial issues like funding for public schools and reproductive freedom on the ballot this year, we’re ramping u…
  Iowa Senate Democrats · [email protected]
October 31, 2022 at 9:31 PM

the spooky scary future of Iowa →

Iowans deserve leaders that prioritize families and workers.   John, We won’t sugarcoat it. Iowa’s future under Republican leadership is SCARY. Here’s what’s at stake:         🏫 Iowa Republicans like Senate President Jake Chapman support            defunding our public schools…
  Iowa Democrats · [email protected]
October 31, 2022 at 7:27 PM

ICYMI: self care and jump scares 👻

In case you missed it: Iowa Democratic Party edition Did you know you can vote early in Iowa this Saturday, November 5th?  Add it as a quick stop during your errands this weekend or go vote with your friends before brunch. Hours vary by county, so check online ahead of time to make sure you don't m…
  Senate Majority Fund · [email protected]
October 31, 2022 at 1:31 PM

Open before midnight →

We need the resources to spread our message in every district across the state and elect a Senate Majority that works for Iowans   FINAL FUNDRAISING DEADLINE TONIGHT Time is running out. Help us elect Democrats to the Iowa State Senate! CONTRIBUTE …
  Team IDP · [email protected]
October 29, 2022 at 4:48 PM

there's a first time for everything

including running for office! HELP MACKENZIE WIN HELP MOLLY WIN HELP WHITNEY WIN HELP SAMI WIN HELP TODD WIN HELP MARY WIN HELP MATT WIN HELP ADAM WIN  If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: DONATE $5 DONATE $10 DONAT…
  Senate Majority HQ · [email protected]
October 28, 2022 at 6:26 PM

Support our GOTV fund

From allowing us to keep our TV and digital ads up to buying clipboards for volunteers, every dollar – even a couple bucks – goes a long way in helping us.   John, Our GOTV efforts are in full swing heading into Election Day but we need your support. We have a final fundraising…
  Iowa Senate Alert · [email protected]
October 27, 2022 at 10:07 PM

FINAL Deadline before Election Day

We are supporting Democrats in key districts who are committed to advocating for Iowa families and workers.   John, Our final end of month deadline before Election Day is just days away. In the spirit of the season, we’re launching our Get Out The Vote fund to get our races th…
  Defeat Jake Chapman · [email protected]
October 26, 2022 at 10:18 PM

13 bills for 13 days

13 Bills Jake Chapman Wrote Or Endorsed That Show What He Really Cares About: Hi John -  There are officially 13 days left until the election, so here’s an Iowa Starting Line article with 13 Bills Jake Chapman wrote or endorsed that show what he really cares about: From voting to use public dolla…
  IDP Store · [email protected]
October 26, 2022 at 9:40 PM

restoring roe in style 👕

grab your own Restore Roe gear! Paid for by the Iowa Democratic Party. www.iowademocrats.org Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee   Federal law requires us to use our best efforts to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and name of employer of ind…
  Emma Weinert · [email protected]
October 25, 2022 at 8:05 PM

🗳️Election Day in TWO Weeks

There’s still time to reach out to voters across the state of Iowa, but we need all the help we can get.   2 WEEKS UNTIL ELECTION DAY Support our voter outreach efforts to elect Democrats across the state. CONTRIBUTE John, It’s Emma from the Iow…
  Senate Majority HQ · [email protected]
October 24, 2022 at 10:07 PM

We’re falling short.

One of the most important ways we can spread their message is through digital and TV ads.   John, With Election Day just 15 days away and Iowans already casting their ballots, we need all hands on deck to spread our message that Iowans are ready for a change. Sen. Jackie Smith…
  Iowa Democrats · [email protected]
October 24, 2022 at 8:21 PM

ICYMI: costume contests and tiktok teasers

In case you missed it: Iowa Democratic Party edition Have you voted early yet? Only 15 days left to do so! 📱 ON THE INTERNET 📱 @Axne4Congress: It was such an honor to welcome @ClyburnSC06 to Des Moines to talk about what's on the line in this election. Thank you for your leadership and commitment t…
  Team IDP · [email protected]
October 22, 2022 at 4:40 PM

all around me are familiar faces 🎵

From the baseball field, to the Mayor's Office, to your TV and beyond: you'll recognize these talented Iowa Democrats! HELP SONYA WIN HELP KEVIN WIN HELP J.D. WIN HELP JACKIE WIN HELP LINDSAY WIN HELP HEATHER WIN HELP PAT WIN HELP PHYLLIS WIN   HELP SARAH WIN   If you've saved your …