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  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
January 15, 2024 at 8:44 PM

Challenges to our history

This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I’m grateful to reflect and honor a leader who contributed profoundly to the fight for civil rights. John, This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I’m grateful to reflect and honor a leader who contributed profoundly to the fight for civil rights. As I reflect, I find mysel…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
January 14, 2024 at 10:02 PM

We are catalysts for change

Hi John, New York’s 1st District is taking center stage in shaping our nation's direction in the 2024 elections: A CNN analysis released last week reports that NY-01 will be one of the “tipping point” seats that will determine control of the House and the future of our country. In a closely contes…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
January 12, 2024 at 12:08 AM

The pieces are falling into place

Hi John,I hope you’re having a great week so far. I’m happy to share that Team Goroff is growing fast. We’ve recently hired two more team members who will help drive us to victory in November. Additionally, we’re searching for office space for a campaign headquarters to accommodate staff, voluntee…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
January 8, 2024 at 10:54 PM

Stand with us to stop the GOP’s attacks on Social Security

Congress is back in session, and the fight to protect Social Security is heating up. The House is back in session this week, and Republicans are about to unleash their plan demanding major cuts to our social safety net. I’ve joined forces with Democrats and activists across the country to send a lou…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
January 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Fork in the road

John – Three years ago today, right about this time, I was wrapping up a Zoom meeting in my home office when I heard my husband calling from another room, urging me to come quickly. We watched together in horror as deadly violence unfolded at our nation’s Capitol Building.  The country had just li…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
January 2, 2024 at 6:31 PM

Embracing a better future in the New Year

John,As we bid farewell to the old and step boldly into the new, I am filled with hope and determination for the possibilities that lie ahead. The beginning of a new year is not just a marker of time; it is a canvas upon which we can paint a brighter future for the people of Suffolk County and our…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 7:31 PM

We're only $9,200 away from our fundraising goal and I need your help

John, The clock is ticking. We're down to the final hours before the critical December 31 FEC deadline, and I need to ask for your support once more before we close the books on 2023. Our campaign, driven by an unwavering commitment to our democratic values, is the one that can flip NY-01 and ensur…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 30, 2023 at 9:30 PM

We’ve gained a lot of ground today

Hi John, We're in the home stretch before the critical FEC End of Quarter deadline. Your support has been incredible since we launched our campaign in October, bringing us close to our goal. We're just $30.5K away from amplifying our message on democracy and a future that works for all of us in NY-…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 30, 2023 at 2:30 PM

We're so close

John, Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we've made significant strides toward our goal. Still, with the December 31 FEC deadline looming, we can't afford to slow down now. Our campaign, fueled by the belief in the resilience of our democracy and our communities on Long Island, is gaining …
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 28, 2023 at 9:55 PM

Call at 6 PM

John,  I know this has been a busy week, so I wanted to send one final invite to you. Can you join us in 1 hour for our Virtual Discussion & Fundraiser? I’m running for Congress in NY-01 to help move our district and our country forward during a time of division and chaos. During this call, we’…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 28, 2023 at 2:10 AM

Setting the stage

John,  As we approach the critical End of Quarter and year-end filing deadline, our mission to safeguard our democracy grows more urgent by the day. The tumult within the GOP has shown us the fragility of our political landscape and the pressing need for principled leadership in New York and in D.C…
  Emily Williams (Goroff for Congress) · [email protected]
December 27, 2023 at 5:11 PM

Hear from Nancy about NY Redistricting

Hi John,I wanted to send one last invitation to join Nancy Goroff for a Virtual Discussion & Fundraiser in support of her campaign for Congress in NY-01. Earlier this month, the New York Court of Appeals ordered the Independent Redistricting Commission to redraw the New York congressional dist…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 23, 2023 at 8:48 PM

From the ground up:

Photos from the trail included! Hi John,A sense of determination surrounds our campaign. Over the past month, I've met with many passionate individuals at local Democratic events right here in Suffolk County. The energy on the campaign trail has been nothing short of inspiring. It is clear that Suf…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 9:40 PM

A huge favor

I’m reaching out today to ask you a huge favor John,If your inbox is anything like mine, you’re getting a lot of emails these days, so I promise to keep this one short. I’m reaching out today to ask you for a huge favor. My finance team and I are crunching the numbers daily as we head toward the fi…
  Emily Williams (Goroff for Congress) · [email protected]
December 20, 2023 at 9:40 PM

[INVITE] Please join our first virtual event

John,Please join us for a Virtual Discussion & Fundraiser in support of Nancy's campaign for Congress in NY-01.Last week, the New York Court of Appeals ordered the Independent Redistricting Commission to redraw the New York congressional district lines. On Thursday, December 28,  join Nancy an…
  Team Goroff · [email protected]
December 19, 2023 at 7:54 PM

Stand with us to stop the GOP’s Social Security “Death Panel”

Add your name to block Congress from gutting Social Security. Before they adjourned for the year, House Republicans began quietly drafting legislation that would let a small batch of lawmakers dismantle Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid in closed-door committee meetings, away from public scrut…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 18, 2023 at 12:46 AM

This quiet evening has me thinking

John, I hope you’ve had a wonderful weekend with friends and family.   As we head into a busy week and toward the end of the year, this quiet Sunday evening has me thinking about duty, responsibility, and commitment – and how the GOP majority in the House refuses to do the job they’re elected to do…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 15, 2023 at 10:39 PM

Protecting reproductive rights and taking action now

John, I am reaching out to you with a heavy heart and a deep sense of urgency. John, I am reaching out to you with a heavy heart and a deep sense of urgency about the escalating challenges facing reproductive rights, exemplified by the recent case of Kate Cox in Texas.  Kate Cox's heartbreaking si…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 9:01 PM

This is huge news for NY-01

Hi, John – We sent the update below fairly late yesterday, and this news is too important to miss.    Yesterday’s ruling by the New York High Court of Appeals will directly impact the race for NY-01, hopefully giving Democrats a bigger edge.   The GOP-led chaos in the House of Representatives shows…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 12:38 AM

We just got some great news

New district lines are coming to NY-01! Hello John,The team and I got some great news a few hours ago, and we want to make sure you know about it.   Earlier today, the New York Court of Appeals ordered the Independent Redistricting Commission to redraw the New York congressional district lines, whi…
  Team Goroff · [email protected]
December 12, 2023 at 2:32 PM

How to stop the GOP’s Social Security “Death Panel”

Add your name to block Congress from gutting Social Security. House Republicans are quietly drafting legislation that would let a small batch of lawmakers dismantle Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid in closed-door committee meetings, away from public scrutiny. We’re joining Democrats across th…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 8, 2023 at 9:21 PM

Sharing my recipe for latkes. Happy Chanukah!

Wishing you a joyous Chanukah and happy holidays filled with warmth, light, and delightful moments with loved ones. Dear John, Last night was the first night of Chanukah, and today, I wanted to send you a note and my personal recipe for latkes. Wishing you a joyous Chanukah and happy holidays filled…
  Emily Williams (Goroff for Congress) · [email protected]
December 6, 2023 at 6:02 PM

My first week on the campaign in NY-01

My name is Emily Williams, Nancy Goroff's finance director on her campaign for U.S. Congress in NY-01. Hi John – My name is Emily Williams and I am Nancy Goroff's Finance Director on her campaign for U.S. Congress in NY-01. It's my first week on the ground, and I’m excited to work to get Nancy elec…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 5, 2023 at 11:39 PM

Candle by candle

As I prepare to celebrate Chanukah with my family, I am reminded of the values that make this season so special: family, community, and the enduring hope for a brighter future. Hi John, As I prepare to celebrate Chanukah with my family, I am reminded of the values that make this season so special: f…
  Maggie Touchton (Goroff for Congress) · [email protected]
December 1, 2023 at 6:22 PM

Achievements and next moves

Nancy asked me to send you an update after this morning’s strategy session Hi John,Quick update: our strategy session this morning was fantastic – Emily (our new Finance Director), and I were thrilled that we hit and surpassed our November goal, putting us in a strong position, all thanks to your …
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
December 1, 2023 at 12:00 AM

Before tomorrow's 10 AM strategy session

Tomorrow is my 2024 finance director Emily’s first day -- and our monthly check-in is planned for 10 AM. We're going to assess how we've done since launch and chart out our strategy through to the general election. Hi John, Tomorrow is my 2024 finance director Emily’s first day -- and our monthly c…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 30, 2023 at 3:30 PM

The realities of running a campaign

I'm going to jump right into it: On the first of every month, my team and I assess our budget. Hi John,I'm going to jump right into it: On the first of every month, my team and I assess our budget. We take this review seriously. It's our chance to compare our fundraising against our targets, consi…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 6:33 PM

Fighting the algorithms

Hi John, I don't know if you know this, but your opening this email is a huge help to my campaign. Hi John,I don't know if you know this, but your opening this email is a huge help to my campaign. We sent an email this past weekend, and our open rates were down. That’s not a surprise. We're being …
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 26, 2023 at 9:31 PM

Building community (recipe included!)

+ something to do with your leftovers Hi John,Post-Thanksgiving, I’m basking in the love of family and friends who came from as far as Chicago and Florida to be with us, and I’m making turkey tetrazzini with our Thanksgiving leftovers. (See the recipe below!) In my teaching days, Thanksgiving also …
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 21, 2023 at 6:04 PM

Thinking of my younger self

As a young girl, I believed in the possibility of making a difference. I remember making phone calls for campaigns as a 12-year-old because I felt that a better world was possible. Hi John,When I was a young girl, I believed in the possibility of making a difference. As an idealistic 12-year-old, I…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 18, 2023 at 4:54 PM

ICYMI: Nancy’s note

Hi John – Nancy emailed you last night to ask for your help with her campaign for Congress in NY-01. Did you see it? Hi John – Nancy emailed you last night to ask for your help with her campaign for Congress in NY-01. Did you see it?  We could really use your support. This morning, we’re still $850…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 17, 2023 at 11:01 PM

Hoping to catch you before too late tonight

I know it's getting late, so here's a quick update for you on our efforts to flip NY-01 from red to blue. Hi John -- I know it's getting late, so here's a quick update for you on our efforts to flip NY-01 from red to blue. I've been traveling this week to meet with fellow 2024 Democratic candidate…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 15, 2023 at 11:30 PM

What do you think of when you think of Washington?

In our last survey, we checked in with you about your priorities and the issues you care about most. Hi John,In our last survey, we checked in with you about your priorities and the issues you care about most. We've heard from hundreds of people, and many of the responses included a common theme: S…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 11, 2023 at 4:50 PM

A breath of fresh air

Hi John, I hope all is well for you in Washington. Hi John, Walking has always been my sanctuary -- a way to reset and get a breath of fresh air. Long Island has so many beautiful places to walk, and I try to get to as many as I can. Lately, the autumn weather has been unpredictable, oscillating bet…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 6, 2023 at 7:35 PM

Your plan to turn out on Tuesday

For good government and a brighter future for all Hi John, The texting party I’m hosting with the Brookhaven Town Democratic Committee Women’s Caucus is about to start. Still, before we begin sending out Election Day reminders to voters, I wanted to send one to you. The polls open at 6 AM tomorrow,…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
November 2, 2023 at 7:05 PM

Sharing the results of our 2024 Priorities Survey with you

My team and I reviewed the results of our 2024 Priorities Survey. We heard from hundreds of people, and while this survey wasn't exactly scientific, it was an excellent opportunity for me to hear from many of you. Hi John,Great news! We surpassed our October fundraising goal. If you've given since …
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 31, 2023 at 5:19 PM

Scaling up our efforts

Hi John, Your inbox might be looking like mine is today, with dozens of pleas from candidates trying to reach their end-of-month goal. That's why I'll keep this note short.Right now, we're $2,400 away from reaching our October goal. Yesterday, we had about $11,000 left to raise. Thanks to people li…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 30, 2023 at 6:37 PM

I wanted to share a few photos from the trail

Saturday marks one month of my campaign for Congress in NY-01. Can you believe it?! Hi John, Saturday of this week will mark the first month of my campaign for Congress in NY-01. Can you believe it?!This month, we’ve been busy setting the framework to flip this seat. Today, I wanted to share just a …
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 10:04 PM

Thank you for your support

Hi John, In the fight to protect our values and push back against the regressive policies advocated by our opponents, every contribution counts. With your support, we will stand firm against extremism and work towards a brighter, more inclusive future for everyone in Suffolk County. After I wrote y…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 26, 2023 at 11:50 PM

Let’s talk about the House

I’m hearing from voters concerned about the new Speaker of the House. I am, too. Hi John,  Since yesterday, I’ve heard from voters concerned about the new Speaker of the House. I am, too.  The new Speaker, Mike Johnson, is a far-right extremist and a seditionist who worked to overturn the 2020 presi…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 24, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Protecting our youth and fostering understanding

Hi John, Since launching my campaign for Congress, I’ve been reconnecting with those who supported me in 2020. Many remember me as the scientist who took on former Rep. Lee Zeldin, but I’m also a lifelong educator and advocate for children’s wellbeing. Education has been a cornerstone of my life’s …
  Maggie Touchton · [email protected]
October 21, 2023 at 4:08 PM

Far from a "moderate"

Hi John,  Amidst the Speaker of the House debacle, Nancy’s opponent is getting a lot of air time as a “moderate” Republican, all while he’s spreading lies about Nancy right out of the MAGA playbook.  Before coming on as Nancy’s campaign manager, I spent years as a research director on campaigns, so…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 19, 2023 at 9:00 PM

Your 2024 priorities

As my team builds our 2024 Priorities in NY-01, I want your voice to be represented. Hi John, As my team builds our 2024 Priorities in NY-01, I want your voice to be represented.In Congress, I will be a leader who listens to the needs of Long Islanders and serves as a voice for the change we need. M…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 15, 2023 at 5:37 PM

By the end of the night

Hi John, By the end of the night, we'll find out how much the Republican incumbent has in the bank. We already know we’ll be up against big money in NY-01, but I know we have what it takes to flip this seat  and ensure common sense, science, and reason have a voice in the halls of Congress.My oppon…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 13, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Outside groups are already spending money in NY-01

Hi John, My Republican opponent had over $800,000 in the bank going into the third quarter. On Sunday night, with quarterly filings due, we'll find out how much more money he has on hand now.NY-01 is one of the most expensive media markets in the nation, and outside groups have poured money into th…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 11, 2023 at 5:51 PM

My response to the attacks on Israel

John,  Like many of you, I have had trouble processing the atrocities that occurred over the weekend in Israel. My heart is with those affected, as well as my countless friends and family worried over the safety of their loved ones. The images that come over the TV or online seem too horrible to …
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 8, 2023 at 3:34 PM

Heartfelt thanks for your support!

Hi John,I am writing a short message to express my deepest gratitude for the overwhelming support you've shown in these first few days since the launch of my campaign for Congress in NY-01. Thanks to people like you, we have had an incredibly powerful start, demonstrating that there is a shared be…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 5, 2023 at 3:13 PM

An update on Day 2 of my campaign in NY-01

Good morning, John! I wanted to share some updates from the first 24 hours of my campaign for NY-01 with you: Nancy Goroff is the chemist, retired professor, and mother running to be the next Democratic Congresswoman in NY-01. You supported her campaign in 2020 when she ran against Lee Zeldin. Wit…
  Nancy Goroff · [email protected]
October 4, 2023 at 7:51 PM

I’m running for Congress in NY-01

Based on the needs of our community and our chances to flip this seat from red to blue, I’ve decided to run for US Congress in NY-01 again. In 2020, I ran for Congress in New York’s First Congressional District (NY-01), and our campaign countered the GOP’s divisive and hateful agenda by centering s…
  John Tierney · [email protected]
December 24, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Council for a Livable World

Dear John,   The Council for a Livable World was proud to endorse and support Nancy Goroff in her 2020 bid for the United States House of Representatives.    Though we, like you, are disappointed by how this race ended, we are pleased to continue championing several of the causes that Nancy …