Team Gounardes · [email protected]

June 20, 2021 at 3:43 PM

Make your voice heard!

Today is our last day to vote early -- polls close at 4PM! Friends,   Today is our last day to vote early in the Democratic Primary!   This election is critically important; the leaders we choose right now will set the agenda for the nex…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

June 17, 2021 at 8:00 PM

Help us celebrate Andrew Gounardes’ birthday!

Let's raise a glass to Andrew and make sure the campaign is ready to go from Day One! Friends,   Don’t miss our first event of the 2022 campaign! We’ll be celebrating our favorite State Senator, Andrew Gounardes, at his birthday fundraiser…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

June 12, 2021 at 2:02 PM

Have you made your plan to vote yet?

Early voting starts today! Friends,   With early voting in full swing starting today, and Election Day right around the corner, everyone registered in New York City should be making their plan to vote in the June primary!   There are three…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

June 11, 2021 at 8:21 PM

We did it!

WE PASSED THE SLEEP ACT! Friends,   I am so happy to share that, after all the emails and calls and petition signatures -- it is official: we passed the Stop Loud and Excessive Exhaust Pollution (SLEEP) Act! It now goes to the Governor to …

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

June 3, 2021 at 8:10 PM

SAVE THE DATE: Andrew's Boardwalk Birthday!

Summer is here! Let's party! Friends,   Please join us on Wednesday, July 7th at Tom's on the Coney Island Boardwalk for a birthday fundraiser in honor of our favorite State Senator, Andrew Gounardes! It will b…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

May 27, 2021 at 10:01 PM

Let’s fight to make our roads safer.

Less Reckless Driving. Better traffic conditions. Safer Streets. Friends,   Making our streets safer for everyone, including drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists has always been a priority of mine.   That’s why I strongly support the Crash V…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

May 21, 2021 at 5:02 PM

We should get paid for our data.

New Yorkers understand that they are creating value for these tech companies and it is time they see a return of their own, on their own labor, on their own data. Friends,   Did you know that the commercialization of our personal data - th…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

April 30, 2021 at 1:27 AM

What's next?

There is so much more to get done during the rest of our current legislative session. Here’s some (but not all!) of the what I’m focused on… Friends,   As I look back on the past few months, and all we have accomplished, I feel so proud of…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

April 28, 2021 at 12:28 AM

Make some noise!

Pass the SLEEP act NOW!   Friend, Make some noise! My Stop Loud and Excessive Exhaust Pollution (SLEEP Act) just passed the New York State Senate Transportation Committee! We're one step closer to cracking down on obnoxious and deafening muffler and exhaust systems. The SLEEP ACT would increase…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

April 21, 2021 at 11:35 PM

I'm proud to endorse Jo Anne Simon.

I cannot wait to continue fighting for Brooklyn alongside Jo Anne when she is our first woman Borough President.   Friend, It is my pleasure to endorse Jo Anne Simon for Brooklyn Borough President. As a community activist, former teacher of deaf students, disability civil rights lawyer, and a Ne…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

April 14, 2021 at 12:24 AM

I'm proud to endorse Brad Lander.

Join us on tomorrow, April 14th at 6PM for a Southern Brooklyn Town Hall!   Friend, I am thrilled to wholeheartedly endorse Brad Lander for New York City Comptroller. I have known Brad Lander for many years and know him to be an incredibly thoughtful policymaker and a committed advocate. Brad has…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

April 10, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Delivering on my promises to you.

We passed a historic budget this year.   Friend, There’s so much to be proud of in this year's budget. This budget will lead the way in rebuilding our city and state and will provide much-needed support to our families, businesses, and communities across southern Brooklyn. I am proud to say that …

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

March 26, 2021 at 12:02 AM

Ζήτω η Ελλάδα!

This proud 4th-generation Greek-American says “Happy Greek Independence Day!” Dear friend, Today we celebrate the 200th anniversary of Greek Independence Day. As a proud 4th-generation Greek-American, this commemoration holds special meaning for me. My Greek values have always inspired me - and m…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

March 20, 2021 at 5:06 PM

This is everyone's home.

I urge our neighbors to look out for each other, to take care of each other. Dear friend, The shootings that took place in Atlanta this week were a horrific tragedy. I grieve for those whose lives were lost. It is undeniable that this attack, in which six of the victims were Asian, will only magn…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

February 25, 2021 at 10:15 PM

RE: Our Community COVID Memorial

I invite you to share the names and stories of those we lost to the pandemic so that we can celebrate their lives as a community. Dear friend, This week, it was announced that over 500,000 Americas have died from COVIDー19. That’s 1 out of every 670 Americans. That’s 1 out of every 295 New Yorkers…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

February 20, 2021 at 6:11 PM

Nursing homes, accountability, and trust.

  Dear friend, Three weeks ago, the Attorney General issued a shocking report stating that New York State had underreported the death toll from covid by approximately 50%. Last week, in a leaked conversation reported in the news, a top aide to Governor Cuomo admitted that the state intentionally…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

February 14, 2021 at 5:02 PM

#BrooklynStrong

We are partnering once again with local organizations to support this community through this. Dear friend, Before the pandemic, an estimated 1 in 4 children were food insecure, and about one million New Yorkers were dealing with food insecurity; now, that number is estimated to have doubled. The …

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

January 19, 2021 at 11:50 PM

Our Community COVID Memorial

I invite you to share the names and stories of those we lost to the pandemic so that we can celebrate their lives as a community. Dear friend, On January 18th, 2021, the United States surpassed 400,000 COVID-19 deaths. In the past five weeks alone, we have lost 100,000 loved ones. The grief and p…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

January 14, 2021 at 2:53 AM

Now is the time to double down on our democracy.

The success of our democracy depends on the strength and trust in our system. Dear friend, Earlier this week, the New York Senate doubled down on democracy and passed a series of bills to make voting easier, fairer, and better for more people. I can think of no better way to fight back against t…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

January 11, 2021 at 12:40 AM

This week.

Let’s begin by reaffirming our belief in the truth, in democracy, and in the very idea of America. Dear friend, This week, we watched in horror as a mob of insurrectionists, intent on attacking our democracy, breached the US Capitol. What makes it more outrageous is that they were riled up and in…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

December 23, 2020 at 12:34 AM

Wishing you the best this holiday season!

May 2021 bring you and your loved ones health, happiness, and a renewed hope in the promise of tomorrow! Dear friend, I've always looked forward to the holiday season as a time to pause from the hustle and bustle of our day-to-day routines and focus on what really matters: family, friends, and co…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

December 8, 2020 at 10:24 PM

Will I see you tonight?

Registration for our thank you event has re-opened! Dear friend, So many of you responded to our Thank You event that we needed to upgrade our Zoom account! The RSVP's are open again, so click the image below to save your spot for our post-election Thank You event TONIGHT at 7PM! Just fill out th…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

December 7, 2020 at 2:10 AM

[THANK YOU EVENT] Join us this Tuesday at 7PM!

  Dear friend, We would like to invite you to our post-election Thank You zoom this Tuesday, December 8th, at 7PM! Click here or on the image below to RSVP for the event! We will be thanking everyone who made this victory possible, answering any questions, and discussing what the New York State…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

November 26, 2020 at 3:37 PM

Happy Thanksgiving!

As we celebrate the holiday, let's redouble our efforts to contribute to our community and show kindness to one another.    Dear friend, Melanie and I want to wish you a warm, happy, and safe Thanksgiving holiday. This year, like every year, we are deeply grateful for our family and for this comm…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

November 19, 2020 at 1:15 AM

WE WON!

With a growing margin of more than 3,400 votes, it is clear that the district shares our vision for New York's future. Friend, It is the honor of my life to serve my community, and today as the remaining votes are counted, I am enormously grateful to the neighborhoods of southern Brooklyn for ree…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

November 5, 2020 at 1:08 AM

Campaign Update

Friend, I wanted to give you an update on where we stand: there are several thousand in-person votes which have not been reported, nearly 13,000 mail-in ballots which have been returned already, plus additional mail-in ballots which have not been processed or received. The outcome of this elect…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 11:26 PM

Vote before 9PM. Stay in line until you vote.

No matter how long the line is, don't leave until your vote is counted. Friend -- the polls are closing soon! If you didn’t vote early or by absentee, you have less than 3 hours left to make your voice heard!  If you voted absentee, check your absentee ballot status. If for any reason it wasn’…

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  Mike Favilla, Campaign Manager · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 5:30 PM

I gotta ask: Have you voted yet?

There's still time to get to the polls and get involved. Friend, There is less than 9 hours left until the polls close — have you voted yet? Make sure you have your voice heard! I’ve seen how hard Andrew has worked throughout his campaign in 2018, his time in office, and this campaign — and I kn…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 11:02 AM

THE POLLS ARE OPEN!

Friend, Today is the day! November 3rd, 2020: Election Day. Our team has been working hard to make it to this day, and we’re almost at the finish line. The last thing we need to do is to make sure you get OUT AND VOTE! If you voted already, check in with your family, friends, and loved ones to…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 11:01 PM

Here's what is at stake tomorrow.

It is so much more than just a state election whose winner will serve two years in Albany. Tomorrow is the day when we get to decide in what direction our state and our country will go, and who will represent us. I know, friend, you have heard it before: 2020 is one of the most important electio…

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  Katie Hawkland, Field Director · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 2:03 AM

We can't afford to be short staffed now.

The polls close in 48 hours. Friend, I could not be prouder of every volunteer on this campaign. Not only are they wonderful people who I greatly enjoyed spending time with, but they do the work: 260,000+ calls to voters (and counting) 175,000+ texts sent (so far) 30,000+ social distant door kn…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

November 1, 2020 at 5:40 PM

[LAST DAY OF EARLY VOTING] Polls close at 4PM.

Get in line before 4PM and cast your vote today! Friend, Today is the LAST DAY OF EARLY VOTING! This year has seen record amounts of early voter turnout, with Brooklyn topping the list. Have you early voted yet? My wife and Melanie voted on the first day of early voting, and we were inspired to…

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  Team GHOULnardes · [email protected]

October 31, 2020 at 2:14 PM

Join us for a Halloween shift!

No bones about it—you’re an essential part of the campaign. Hello to all the vampires, werewolves, and witches out there, It’s your favorite spooky campaign, Team GHOULnardes! Halloween is upon us, and I want to make sure you give your neighbors a TREAT by talking to them about the issues that ma…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 30, 2020 at 9:40 PM

Last ask of this kind.

Just a few days left. Friend, I’m writing you with an important request. Throughout the campaign, you’ve received a lot of emails asking for your time and your support, and people like you are what make this campaign possible. I’m going to ask one last time before Election Day: can you chip in t…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

October 29, 2020 at 11:40 PM

Why We Are Proud to Work For Andrew

He's the real deal. Hi friend -- this is Team Gounardes, and with 5 days left in this campaign, we wanted to tell you why we are proud to work for Andrew. To put it simply: he’s the real deal. We are not only big fans of Andrew, but also his favorite show: The West Wing.   We don't know anyone w…

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  Mike Favilla, Campaign Manager · [email protected]

October 28, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Take 3 minutes and watch Leah’s story.

I ask you to amplify her voice and her work and share her story across your platforms. “The most impactful day of my life…” That’s what Leah Hebert said after Andrew passed legislation they worked on together. I think we all agree, it is vital that when women face harassment, that they are hea…

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  Mike Favilla, Campaign Manager · [email protected]

October 27, 2020 at 10:47 PM

We only have 7 days to make sure we win this.

The polls close in 1 week, and there have been some changes to early voting. Friend, Our race is going to be one of the most competitive in all of New York State, and we need your help to make sure we win big on Election Day. We have seen huge turnout during early voting, but don't be fooled -- …

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  Katie Hawkland, Field Director · [email protected]

October 26, 2020 at 11:04 PM

Less than 8 days until the election!

Countless opportunities to get involved! Friend, Our efforts to get out the vote (GOTV) are in full swing, and we need your help to make sure we talk to as many voters as possible before Election Day! We’ve told you a lot about how fun phone/textbanking from home is, but one of the great members …

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  Ryan Adams, Digital Director · [email protected]

October 25, 2020 at 3:10 PM

[ALERT] Last chance to support our digital efforts.

Hi Friend! It's Ryan — Andrew’s Digital Director — here again with three simple questions: #1 -- Have you voted yet? Early voting began yesterday and we saw, what we believe to be, RECORD TURNOUT across the district. Between absentee ballots already sent in, hundreds of people waiting in line t…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 24, 2020 at 4:05 PM

Have you voted yet?

The polls have been open for a few hours already! Dear {FirstName or 'Friend'}}, Today is October 24th — the first day of early voting in New York for the 2020 general election! From now until November 1st, you can go to your early voting site and cast your vote! Remember, your early voting site …

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 23, 2020 at 9:52 PM

Will you be a #DayOneVoter?

Make the pledge to vote on the first day of early voting. Early voting starts tomorrow, friend! For the first time ever in a presidential election, you can vote early in person, and we’re counting on you to take advantage. There is no time to waste. There is no insignificant vote. Do not sit th…

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  Mike Favilla, Campaign Manager · [email protected]

October 23, 2020 at 1:52 AM

I need your help with a VERY important job.

  Early voting begins this Saturday, Friend. And if our internal expectations are correct, huge numbers of voters will be turning out to vote early for Andrew Gounardes.  Right now, Team Gounardes supporters are signing up to do Poll Site Visibility at early voting sites in the district. We nee…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 21, 2020 at 10:40 PM

[ATTENTION] First Time to Vote Early

This is the first time in New York State history that you can vote early for President. Friend, I hope this email finds you well. I’m reaching out to let you know that there are less than two weeks before Election Day, and the stakes this November couldn’t be higher. So make your plan to vote to…

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  Ryan Adams, Digital Director · [email protected]

October 20, 2020 at 10:38 PM

We are live!

With only 2 weeks until the election, we need your help to get the word out.   Friend -- have you seen our newest video? I am so proud of the work Andrew has done for New York and this video perfectly captures the Southern Brooklyn values he fights to uphold every day, both in the district and …

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  Jay Brown · [email protected]

October 18, 2020 at 11:36 PM

Why I am supporting Andrew again for State Senate

We need to make sure he keeps fighting for us in Albany, which means we all need to cast our vote for him this election cycle. Friend, Andrew Gounardes has been instrumental in working with the Democratic majority to enact proposals that languished in the old, Republican-controlled Senate. Senat…

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  Tyler Adams, Digital Organizer · [email protected]

October 16, 2020 at 7:52 PM

Have you signed up yet?

It is time to Get Out The Vote! Big news, friend! We just made our 200,000th call on this campaign. That is big news because we are only 18 days away from the election. It’s GOTV time! Every minute of every day counts, and we need to make sure that we talk to as many voters as possible before No…

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  Annie Weir, Finance Director · [email protected]

October 15, 2020 at 9:06 PM

[GOUNARDES CAMPAIGN UPDATE]

We only have a few days left to lock in our final plans for the election. Friend, We’re already halfway through October, which means there is just 19 days before the election. This is crunch time, and we need your help to make sure we reach our 'get out the vote,' or GOTV fundraising goal. GOTV …

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 14, 2020 at 9:26 PM

I hope I made you proud.

Friend, Last night, we held our first debate of the campaign season. Here is my closing statement: I had the chance to share my plans for this community and how we can come together to solve the problems we face. I spoke about the need to invest in special education, help our small businesses …

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  Mike Favilla, Campaign Manager · [email protected]

October 13, 2020 at 10:28 PM

The election in just 3 weeks.

Friend, What is at stake in this election couldn't be more clear: keeping Andrew Gounardes in this seat in the State Senate is pivotal to New York's future.  We need to set up a strong New York State government that responds to local crises in real-time and reacts to failings at the federal lev…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 9, 2020 at 2:20 AM

An Update on the COVID Zone Situation in the District

Friend, The governor has issued new guidance on hot zones in the city, and in our district. I know this process has been stressful, frustrating, and unclear, so our campaign has put together a cohesive hot zone reference guide. This guide includes the city’s hot zone tool, as well as a list of…

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