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  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
October 19, 2022 at 9:01 PM

My friend Susie Lee is facing a tough reelection bid

Johh, I'm reaching out to keep you updated on the House majority and my friend Susie Lee's run for Representative of Nevada's third district. Susie was elected to serve NV-03 in 2019, and since then, she has risen to become one of the top education and pro-choice champions in the House. Now, sh…
  Diana DeGette for Congress · [email protected]
October 17, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Help Brittany Pettersen defeat her election-denying opponent

Johh, Brittany Pettersen is a proven leader who has been a consistent champion for Colorado in the state House and Senate. Now, she's running against an extremist anti-choice, election denier in Colorado's contested open 7th congressional district, and she needs our help to win in November and …
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
October 13, 2022 at 11:00 PM

Let's boost Dr. Yadira Caraveo's campaign

Johh, The Cook Political Report is calling Dr. Yadira Caraveo's race a "toss-up" and election experts are calling CO-08 the "closest district in America." With only a few weeks until the election, time is running out to get her elected and expand our House majority. That's why today, I'm aski…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
October 7, 2022 at 4:01 PM

We can't let Kevin McCarthy's agenda direct the actions of the House

Last month, House Minority leader Kevin McCarthy released his agenda outlining what exactly he plans to do if the GOP takes back the House. And we'll be honest, Johh; it's alarming. Not only is he planning to continue eroding abortion rights, but he and his colleagues are fully prepared to rol…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
October 4, 2022 at 9:00 PM

Are you committed to voting for Democrats up and down the ballot?

We only have five weeks until Election Day, Johh. And Diana is doing everything she can to protect your rights AND elect pro-choice, Democratic candidates up and down the ballot. Strong leaders in Colorado and across the country who are willing to defend our rights are ready to take office and…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
September 30, 2022 at 11:00 PM

I need your help before the deadline

Hi Johh, With September coming to a close, I wanted to take a few minutes and talk about our final end-of-quarter deadline before the midterms. I know it can be heartbreaking to see headline after headline about the latest abortion ban or see the devastation that occurs when people don't have …
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
September 29, 2022 at 7:01 PM

Joe O'Dea wants to “bring balance to women's rights.”

For years, my friend, Senator Michael Bennet, has been a proud advocate for women's rights, Johh. Now, he's running for re-election to continue protecting our rights and serving as our Senator. On the other hand, his extremist Republican opponent, Joe O'Dea, has recently revealed he wants to "b…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
September 28, 2022 at 4:01 PM

A critical deadline for Diana and Dr. Yadira Caraveo

Johh, Dr. Yadira Caraveo is running to become the first representative for Colorado's new 8th Congressional District – and she needs our help to win the most competitive House race in Colorado. The Cook Political Report and Inside Elections are calling her race a "toss up," and Roll Call says …
  Jennie Peek-Dunstone · [email protected]
September 26, 2022 at 9:01 PM

Our reproductive rights are on the line

Johh, In a minute, I'm going to ask you to chip in to help us reach our end-of-quarter fundraising goal, but first, let me tell you why this is so important. With our reproductive rights and the House majority on the line, Diana has been doing everything she can to elect and uplift pro-choice …
  DeGette.com · [email protected]
September 24, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Take a look at what Diana's been working on →

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  Team DeGette · [email protected]
September 20, 2022 at 11:00 PM

More than 75% of House Republicans have sponsored legislation to ban abortion nationwide

Republican extremism is growing, Johh. It's been 88 days since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and millions of people across our country have already lost access to reproductive services. But even before then, the number of anti-abortion bills introduced in Congress has tripled in the …
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
September 14, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Axios: Lindsey Graham to propose new national abortion restrictions bill

  Lindsey Graham to propose new national abortion restrictions bill Johh, Ever since Roe v. Wade was overturned, the very right to receive reproductive care, including abortion, has been in jeopardy. Now, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham is officially introducing a national abortion ban, a…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
September 13, 2022 at 11:10 PM

Mary Peltola shocked the country by flipping Alaska blue

Johh, Just last month Mary Peltola shocked the country when she defeated Sarah Palin in a special election in Alaska's at-large Congressional district. Today, she officially became the first Alaska Native to serve in the House and the first Democrat to represent Alaska in the House since 1972.…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
September 10, 2022 at 6:35 PM

Did you see Colorado Republican US Senate candidate Joe O'Dea's comments yesterday?

Did you see Colorado Republican US Senate candidate Joe O'Dea's comments yesterday on abortion rights, Johh? He said he wants to "bring balance to women's rights." That means attaching all sorts of strings to a woman's right to make her own health care decisions. This is really simple: Women d…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
September 9, 2022 at 7:01 PM

We can stop the cycle of devastating anti-choice laws

  Once a 'quintessential pro-life Texan,' she had to flee her home state to get an abortion Johh, The moment Roe v. Wade was overturned, many states across the country mobilized to block reproductive rights any way they could. Months later, our news is still laden with headlines about new a…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
September 5, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Celebrating our workers

Happy Labor Day, Johh! Today, we are celebrating all our workers and commemorating the labor heroes of our past and present. Colorado was one of the first states to create an official labor holiday, and we've come a long way since then. Thanks to the fearless organizing of union leaders throug…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
August 31, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Dina Titus needs our help

Johh, I wanted to reach out and tell you about Dina Titus and her run for Representative of Nevada's First District. Dina has dedicated her entire professional life to public service, first serving as a professor at a public university and then serving her community in the Nevada Legislature. I…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
August 29, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Republicans have made Dr. Kim Schrier's seat a top target

Johh – I'm reaching out today to talk to you about my ally and friend, Dr. Kim Schrier. Kim is a pediatrician, mother, and representative for Washington's competitive 8th Congressional District. She's running for re-election in a race that could determine the fate of the House majority this Nov…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
August 26, 2022 at 6:02 PM

It's Women's Equality Day

Johh, Today, on Women's Equality Day, we commemorate the passage of the 19th amendment of the constitution and reflect on the work we have ahead of us. At its core, the 19th amendment stands for trust, our country finally trusting women to speak their minds and have a voice in our government. …
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
August 23, 2022 at 3:01 PM

A historic investment in the fight against the climate crisis

Johh, Diana and her colleagues in the House recently passed the Inflation Reduction Act, a game-changing bill that will cut costs for American families and provide the biggest investment in history to fight the climate crisis. Diana is excited to continue working alongside the Democratic majority…
  DeGette.com · [email protected]
August 18, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Here's what Diana's been up to:

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  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
August 16, 2022 at 4:00 PM

I voted for the Inflation Reduction Act

Johh, Last Friday, I voted to pass this historic bill, and I am so excited that it is now headed to the president's desk to be signed into law. The Inflation Reduction Act is a game changer that will provide real relief to millions of families across the country and gives us the tools we need …
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
August 3, 2022 at 6:30 PM

The fight is NOT over – and Kansas is proof

Johh, Yesterday, the people of Kansas overwhelmingly chose to reject the GOP's extreme agenda and affirm reproductive rights in their state constitution. Through the hard work of an enormous movement led by fearless organizers, volunteers, and activists, a dangerous anti-abortion amendment was …
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
July 31, 2022 at 9:01 PM

One of the most competitive districts in the country

Johh, In a moment, I'm going to ask you to chip in a split donation to Dr. Yadira Caraveo and me. Dr. Caraveo is running to represent Colorado's newly created 8th Congressional District. But first, let me tell you a little bit about her and the race she's running. Dr. Caraveo began as a pediat…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
July 30, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Brittany Pettersen needs our help to keep Colorado blue

Johh, This November, our rights as Americans as well as our way of life will be on the ballot. Colorado is a place of hope, optimism, and opportunity. And we need to make sure we have leaders who will keep it that way. That's why earlier this year, Diana endorsed Brittany Pettersen for Colorad…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
July 29, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Today is Diana's birthday!

There's still time to sign Diana's birthday card!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          …
  Jennie Peek-Dunstone, Team DeGette · [email protected]
July 26, 2022 at 11:00 PM

Diana doesn't know I'm sending this email

Can you keep a secret, Johh? Diana has been really busy this year working for Colorado in Congress. From getting needed funding for homelessness projects in the Denver area to protecting our great outdoors and leading the charge for reproductive rights, she's done a lot for us, and we know the …
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
July 22, 2022 at 9:01 PM

We need the Women's Health Protection Act to get signed into law

Johh, Earlier this week, the committee I chair held a hearing to highlight the devastating impacts of the overturning of Roe v. Wade on the American people and on the nation's health. We heard from several experts and explored the vast ways in which people all across our country are suffering.…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
July 18, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Diana is leading a hearing on the impacts of the overturning of Roe

Johh, Tomorrow morning, Diana will be leading a hearing in the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee to examine the devastating impacts of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. The fact is that millions of people no longer have the right to make their own health care decisi…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
July 16, 2022 at 9:01 PM

Colorado's Senate race is critical

Johh, With so many important issues coming to a head in our country, we need people in the Senate that will fight for our values - that’s why it’s critical that we support our own Colorado Senator, Michael Bennet. In November, Michael will be running to defend his seat in one of the most watch…
  DeGette.com · [email protected]
July 12, 2022 at 11:00 PM

Your July news update >>

Diana Digest July Edition                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  …
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
July 7, 2022 at 9:01 PM

Human rights are NOT up for debate

Johh, It's now been a few weeks since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, and in that time, we have seen many states take action to protect reproductive rights. We have also seen many other states move to completely ban abortions, endangering their citizens and putting millions of lives a…
  Diana DeGette for Congress · [email protected]
June 30, 2022 at 8:00 PM

The work for CO-01 continues

Johh, Two days ago, Diana won the democratic nomination in Colorado's primary! Thanks to you and others who have supported our campaign since the very beginning, our campaign is ready to continue fighting for our vision and get Diana reelected in November. Now more than ever, keeping Diana in…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
June 29, 2022 at 2:27 AM

Thank you!

I wanted to take a moment tonight to say thank you for everything, Johh. These past few months our country has seen perhaps some of the worst attacks in decades on our fundamental rights. But in the midst of these bleak and devastating moments, this grassroots movement only worked harder than ev…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
June 28, 2022 at 2:21 PM

It's Election Day in Colorado!

Today is Primary Election Day in Colorado, Johh! For months now, you have been at the forefront of this movement and I can't even begin to describe how honored I am to have your support on the road to reelection. This is our first milestone to get to the midterms in November, and that's why toda…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
June 27, 2022 at 8:30 PM

Some important details about tomorrow's election:

Are you ready to vote for Diana, Johh? Tomorrow is Election Day, and we wanted to make sure that you have all the information you need to make your voice heard in Colorado's primary elections. Here are a few important details about tomorrow: Colorado is an all mail ballot state! So if you hav…
  Diana DeGette for Congress · [email protected]
June 26, 2022 at 7:00 PM

🗳️Have you made your plan to vote by June 28?🗳️

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  Team DeGette · [email protected]
June 25, 2022 at 6:02 PM

We can't stand idly by and let the courts strip our rights away

Johh, Yesterday, the Supreme Court officially overturned Roe v. Wade and left millions of women across our country without protections over their reproductive rights. This is outrageous and deeply saddening. Diana knows that we can't stand idly by and let the court strip away our rights like this…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
June 24, 2022 at 3:35 PM

Roe v. Wade has been overturned

Johh, Last month, Politico warned us that the Supreme Court had decided to overturn the precedent from Roe v. Wade, and today, we live in a country where reproductive choice is not protected. Though we knew that this was coming, this decision is devastating, and it is difficult to come to terms…
  Jennie Peek-Dunstone · [email protected]
June 18, 2022 at 8:02 PM

We can't continue to live like this

Johh, We live in a country where gun violence has touched all our lives in some way or another. Our lives have become entrenched in these moments, from being children in a classroom and practicing lockdown drills to losing friends to gun violence and even being afraid to shop in our favorite g…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
June 15, 2022 at 9:59 PM

We are at a decisive point in our history

Johh, We are at a decisive point in our history. Last week, the House Select Committee on the January 6 attack began the process of presenting our nation with damning evidence that could finally lead to accountability. For the first time in decades, the Senate is on the verge of passing meanin…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
June 14, 2022 at 12:01 AM

AFL-CIO and CWA Endorse Diana

Johh, The Colorado AFL-CIO and the Communications Workers of America's Colorado Wyoming State(s) Council just endorsed Diana! Diana is proud to add these endorsements to the other major unions in Colorado as she continues fighting for unions, the rights of workers, and our Colorado jobs. By wo…
  Jennie Peek-Dunstone · [email protected]
June 9, 2022 at 3:02 PM

It's time to ban high-capacity gun magazines

Big news, John! Yesterday the House passed Diana's Keep Americans Safe Act. Republican leaders have told their members of Congress to vote against necessary and lifesaving pieces of policy like this bill simply to please the NRA and Gun Owners of America. This is unacceptable. Diana is ready …
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
June 7, 2022 at 3:01 PM

Diana's legislation to ban high-capacity gun magazines:

"Colorado Congresswoman Diana DeGette’s Legislation To Ban High-Capacity Gun Magazines Moves Forward" John, There’s no reason why any civilian in this country needs a gun magazine that holds more than 10 rounds, and experts agree that banning the sale of these high-capacity magazines i…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
June 3, 2022 at 8:41 PM

It's pride month! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

It's pride month, John! This month is a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, recognize the progress our country has made in the journey to equality, and recommit ourselves to the fight for equality. Everyone deserves the opportunity to live their truth loudly and proudly. Our country was …
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
June 2, 2022 at 7:02 PM

Diana is not new in the fight against gun violence

John, This past month our country was faced with two devastating mass shootings that culminated in the senseless deaths of over 30 people. Our nation remains in mourning for the lives taken and the communities affected, but the best way to honor their memory is to ensure their death will not be…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
May 31, 2022 at 11:01 PM

We are at a crossroads for our nation

John, Starting tomorrow, we will officially be less than a month away from Colorado's primary election and less than six months from the midterms on November 8. I wanted to reach out to you to explain just how important winning these elections is to Colorado and our country. The truth is that we…
  Team DeGette · [email protected]
May 29, 2022 at 11:46 PM

Brittany Pettersen & Dr. Yadira Caraveo

John, With Politico predicting that the House will likely lean Republican after the November midterms, we need all hands on deck to maximize our efforts and protect the pro-choice House majority. Here in Colorado, we have two critical, competitive open seats that we must win to defend our major…
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
May 27, 2022 at 7:31 PM

A pro-choice majority

John, Going into the midterm elections this year, there's a lot at stake for our country and our rights. The recent news about the Supreme Court's potential decision is frustrating and disturbing. But in our power as the people, we must use this rage to fuel determination and action. The idea …
  Diana DeGette · [email protected]
May 25, 2022 at 5:01 PM

In the wake of the tragedy in Uvalde

John, At some point we have to come together and declare: Enough is enough! I would have thought that moment would have been twenty-three years ago, in the aftermath of the shooting at Columbine. After the devastating tragedy at Sandy Hook ten years ago, if you had told me that we'd be here ye…