Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 21, 2022 at 5:30 PM

There’s something you may not know about me...

I have something to tell you. Friend, I have something to tell you:   Like more than 2.5 million New Yorkers, I have student loan debt.   And I know that there are millions more of us across the country, collectively holding more than $1…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 13, 2022 at 6:30 PM

It’s time to get ready to vote

Election Day is just over 3 weeks away! Friend,   The General Election is just over 3 weeks away – it’s time to get ready to vote!   On Tuesday, November 8th, polls will be open in New York, and my name will be on the ballot on both the D…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

October 7, 2022 at 12:00 PM

All In For Iwen

Join me on October 18th in support of Iwen Chu! Friend,   This year, our neighbors in Sunset Park, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, and Kensington have an opportunity to elect a state senator to represent the newly create…

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October 5, 2022 at 12:00 PM

A path forward for the BQE

The BQE has needed an overhaul for decades — and we finally have the opportunity. Friend,   Last month, Mayor Eric Adams outlined a public corridor-wide visioning process for the BQE. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine…

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September 25, 2022 at 1:41 PM

Shanah Tovah!

Wishing you and your family a joyous new year! Shanah tovah to all our Jewish neighbors! Melanie, Evan, and I hope you have a sweet new year filled with happiness, health, and joy! 5782 has been a…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

September 24, 2022 at 3:31 PM

How to help asylum seekers

Human beings are not political props. Dear neighbors,   Yesterday, the number of asylum seekers who have arrived in New York since May officially surpassed 10,000.   Many of these 10,000 people seeking safety and freedom in the United Sta…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

September 11, 2022 at 2:00 PM

21 years later.

Today, as we commemorate the 21st anniversary of September 11th, we share the heavy burden of still-lingering grief, and offer a renewed promise to never forget the memory of everyone - and everything - we lost. Dear neighbors,   Twenty-on…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

August 24, 2022 at 11:00 PM

We did it!

We won the primary, giving me the opportunity to represent District 26 again next year! Friend -- we did it!   I am beyond proud to say that I will be the Democratic nominee for the 26th District in the State Senate! I can’t thank you al…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

August 23, 2022 at 11:00 AM

It’s Election Day!

All of our hard work comes down to today. I hope I’ve earned your vote, so that we can continue to secure a better future for District 26 — together. Friend--   It's Election Day, and polls are officially open across New York!    Right no…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

August 21, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Today is your LAST day to vote early.

If you want to vote before the August 23rd primary Election Day, get to the polls by 5 PM today! Friend--   Early voting ends TODAY, which means you have until 5 PM to get to the polls early and help send Andrew back to the State Senate! …

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

August 18, 2022 at 4:30 PM

TONIGHT: Join our Canvass Kickoff!

Join Councilmember Crystal Hudson, Stonewall Democrats and Lambda Independent Democrats TONIGHT to talk to voters, knock on doors and spread the word about Andrew! Friend-- We have only 5 days left until Election Day and we’re going to lea…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 17, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Andrew Gounardes

I’m voting for Sen. Andrew Gounardes for State Senate on 8/23 — here’s why Friend, it’s Brad Lander.     I’m reaching out in support of my friend State Senator Andrew Gounardes, who is running for re-election in Brooklyn’s newly-drawn Dist…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

August 15, 2022 at 9:30 PM

JUST IN: Watch our brand new video ad

Election Day is just one week away — and we have 3 easy ways that you can help us win! Friend-- We have just one week left before Election Day. It’s time to make your plan to vote and show your support for Andrew! MAKE YOUR …

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

August 13, 2022 at 12:00 PM

Early Voting starts TODAY!

It’s time to rally your friends and neighbors in the district, find your polling locations, and vote for Andrew Gounardes! Friend-- Today is the first day of Early Voting! It’s time to rally your friends and neighbors in the district, find…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

August 12, 2022 at 6:00 PM

How YOU can help us win.

We’re in the final stretch of our campaign, and every minute of time you can give will make a huge difference! Friend-- TOMORROW is the first day of Early Voting! It’s time to show your support and make your plan to vote. …

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

August 8, 2022 at 2:00 PM

LAST DAY to request an absentee ballot!

If you can’t make it to the polls for Early Voting or Election Day, please request your absentee ballot today. Friend, TODAY is the deadline to apply for an absentee ballot online!   If you or anyone in your household won’t be able to make…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

August 3, 2022 at 9:00 PM

Andrew fought for CUNY: now the CUNY community is fighting for Andrew.

This Sunday, join our New Deal for CUNY Day of Action to help support Andrew! Friend, THIS SUNDAY, August 7th, join advocates, teachers, staff, and students at our New Deal for CUNY Day of Action!   Andrew is ready to keep fighting for Bro…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

August 1, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Andrew made history today!

For the first time ever, tonight New York City’s speed cameras will be on 24/7 — and save lives. Big news, Friend: Our years of hard work have finally paid off!  Because of Andrew’s work in Albany, and the tireless support from hundreds o…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

July 28, 2022 at 7:00 PM

🚨Endorsed by Planned Parenthood Empire State PAC! 🚨

Planned Parenthood has Andrew’s back – do you? Friend,   BIG NEWS.   Andrew has officially been endorsed by Planned Parenthood Empire State Votes (PPESV) PAC!   Planned Parenthood has Andrew’s back – because they know Andrew has always st…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

July 26, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Request your absentee ballot TODAY!

The deadline to request your absentee ballot is 8/8. If you can’t make it to the polls for Early Voting or Election Day, please request your absentee ballot today. Friend,   The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot online is Monday, Au…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

July 20, 2022 at 9:01 PM

A safer future for New York 🚘 🚴

Governor Hochul just signed a street safety bill ELEVEN years in the making! Friend,   I am writing to you with some very exciting news!    This week, Governor Hochul signed my bill, S.1078B, into law! This new law will require that new dr…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

July 11, 2022 at 10:29 PM

We are so close to our goal.

Can you chip in before midnight tonight? Friend, ? I am sure you are getting a lot of these tonight, so I will keep this quick:? ? Can you chip in before midnight tonight to help Andrew reach his goal? Andrew ha…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

July 6, 2022 at 6:01 PM

🚨 Albany Update 🚨

We’re fighting hard to protect New Yorkers in response to the recent Supreme Court rulings. Friend,   Over the last few weeks, the Supreme Court has eviscerated New York’s concealed carry gun law, overturned Roe v. Wade, and completely neu…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

July 5, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Come to Andrew’s birthday TOMORROW!

YOU’RE INVITED! Join us tomorrow at Greenwood Park. With a primary opponent officially in the race, we need to be sure we have all the resources we need to succeed in this new district. The day is finally here, Friend!    Can you join us …

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

July 4, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Happy Independence Day!

We celebrate this 4th of July with a huge victory for our veterans! Happy Independence Day, Friend!    Let’s celebrate the strength, determination, and perseverance of our nation, and all the people who make it great! …

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

June 30, 2022 at 2:01 PM

RSVP to our birthday bash!

Come support us on July 6th at Greenwood Park. Friend,   Our primary election is only 54 days away!    We’re in crunch time and need every ounce of support we can get. Not only do we have a ton of new voters to reach out to within our ne…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

June 28, 2022 at 10:00 AM

Today is ELECTION DAY!

Here’s who I fully support on the ballot. Make sure to find your polling location and make your voice heard today! Friend,   Today is Election Day. This is your LAST CHANCE to vote in the June Primary, so please make your voice heard toda…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 7:20 PM

Roe v. Wade

We cannot let today’s decision cause a domino effect on every other right we have fought so hard for. Friend:   The sleeper cell of American Fascism has now awoken. There is a well funded, well organized group of regressive nationalists t…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 1:32 AM

The Supreme Court eviscerated New York's gun laws.

Today’s ruling is not the end of our fight to keep guns off our streets. Together we can— and we will — win. Friend:   Barely a month after a white supremacist opened fire at a supermarket in Buffalo, the Supreme Court decided to eviscerat…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

June 22, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Can you make it to Andrew’s birthday celebration?

YOU’RE INVITED! Join us on July 6th at Greenwood Park. With a primary opponent officially in the race, we need to be sure we have all the resources we need to succeed in this new district. YOU'RE INVITED, Friend!   Can you join us on July…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

June 20, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Have you voted yet?

Early Voting for the June 28th Primary continues today through June 26th. Here’s who I fully support on the ballot. Friend,   Have you voted yet?   Early Voting for the June Primary continues TODAY through June 26th. Or you can vote on Ele…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

June 17, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Early Voting starts TOMORROW!

Early Voting for the June 28 Primary starts TOMORROW, June 18-June 26. Here’s who I fully support on the ballot. Friend,   Early Voting for the June 28th Primary starts TOMORROW, June 18th, and runs through June 26th. …

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

June 10, 2022 at 6:30 PM

What YOUR support helped us accomplish.

This legislative session has been tremendously successful. While there is always more work to do, I couldn’t be more proud of all we’ve accomplished so far and I wanted to share some highlights. Friend,   This legislative session has been…

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June 1, 2022 at 3:20 PM

Celebrating Pride (this month and every month)!

Fighting for LGBTQ+ protections and support should be happening every month, not just in June. Friend,   Happy Pride Month!   Pride is a celebration and a protest — a month dedicated to love, equality, the LGBTQ+ activists who forged the…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

May 31, 2022 at 2:50 PM

Endorsements are rolling in for Andrew’s re-election!

We are here to stay in District 26. Local leaders know it, and so does this community. Friend--   We’re excited to announce that Andrew is officially running for re-election in the newly created 26th District, spanning from Bay Ridge to V…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

May 23, 2022 at 3:30 PM

New district, new opportunities!

What the new district lines mean for this campaign and our community. Dear Friend,   Late last Friday, the court-ordered process to establish new Congressional and State Senate district lines finally came to a finish. Because many of the e…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

May 12, 2022 at 7:30 PM

Nothing is a given. We need your help.

We don’t know what these district lines will look like. Friend,   We hate to be so blunt, but the truth is this:   We don’t know what our new district lines will look like – and there’s a possibility that they may put us at a disadvantage.…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

May 10, 2022 at 12:57 AM

12 days left in Albany to save lives.

Sign our petition for 24-hour speed cameras! We need 24 hour speed cameras! SIGN THE PETITION     Dear Friend,   Just in the past week, 6 cyclists and pedestrians were killed on our street…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

May 4, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Re: What redistricting means for our campaign.

Nothing is a given. We can’t stress that enough. Dear Friend,   We’ll be frank: Republicans are coming for our seat, and we need your support now more than ever.   With the laundry list of despicable news and underhanded tactics coming ou…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

May 3, 2022 at 8:40 PM

What we can do right now.

The Supreme Court’s holding will not be final for another couple of months if the ruling takes effect – so now is our time to fight. Dear Friend,   Last night, POLITICO leaked an initial draft majority opinion from the Supreme Court that…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

May 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM

What redistricting means for our campaign.

Here’s a little insider info on what’s going on with the district maps. Dear Friend,   It has been a wild week in New York State politics, so this email might be a bit long – but it is important to lay the situation out clearly.   If you …

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

April 20, 2022 at 6:00 PM

What we won in the state budget

Friend,   Anyone who has ever managed a household knows just how important a budget is to ensure as many needs as possible are met.   When it comes to our state budget, it’s not just about what we choose to pay for: it’s a reflection of…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

April 13, 2022 at 11:00 PM

About yesterday

Dear Neighbor,   Yesterday was a difficult day for not only New York, but for the communities of southern Brooklyn it hit particularly close to home. Many of us rely on the N, D and R trains to get to school, work, and family commitments…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

April 7, 2022 at 9:30 PM

We’re on the ballot!

Because of our incredible volunteers and supporters, our campaign is officially on the ballot for 2022. Dear friend,   Thank you to the incredibly hard-working people who volunteered their time and effort, and to those who have been …

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March 31, 2022 at 9:30 PM

Honoring the women who make things happen

Helping us close the “personal staff loophole” and protecting workers from sexual harassment. Dear friend,   As Women’s History Month comes to a close, I want to take a moment to uplift and amplify the voices of the powerful women i…

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March 29, 2022 at 9:30 PM

The Case for More CUNY Funding

Read about our fight for a CUNY New Deal in the New Yorker Dear friend,   Momentum is building for a New Deal for CUNY. Just this past week, our fight has been covered in Curbed, City & State and Capital Tonight. And our very own…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

March 25, 2022 at 8:00 PM

Join us: LAST PETITION PUSH!

Tomorrow, 3/26, join us in Bay Ridge to help us collect signatures for our final petition push! Hey friend!   Can you join us tomorrow in Bay Ridge for our final petition push? We’re so close to the finish line, but we still need a f…

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March 24, 2022 at 2:30 PM

💰Budget Briefing💰 Fighting for universal childcare

We need to help families afford childcare now more than ever. Dear friend,   One of the best parts of my day is walking my 14-month old son to daycare. Knowing that our son is in good hands while my wife and I work is something that…

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  Team Gounardes · [email protected]

March 21, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Check out our early endorsements!

We’re honored by our recent endorsements from IND, WFP, BYD, BRD and Jim Owles! Dear friend,   BIG NEWS! We’ve recently been endorsed by some of the most dedicated progressive organizations in our city and state. We’re honored to ann…

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  Andrew Gounardes · [email protected]

March 10, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Freelance Isn’t Free

Tell me your freelance horror story. TELL ME YOUR FREELANCE HORROR STORY Dear friend,   In 2020 alone, the roughly one third of Americans who freelance or work on contract contributed nearly $1 trillion to the national e…

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