Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

June 23, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Our 6 Billion Budget

Pennsylvania's annual budget is over six billion dollars, it's time to invest in our citizens Dear John,   We have over six billion to spend this year. It's time for Pennsylvania to revitalize our economy by investing in our local businesses, sc…

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June 19, 2021 at 5:51 PM

Happy Juneteenth

This holiday represents an important part of America's racist history and the institutional struggle our past government has imposed upon many of its citizens. Dear John,   Happy Juneteenth! For this holiday I'm excited to highlight the work of o…

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June 19, 2021 at 2:45 PM

Happy Juneteeth

This holiday represents an important part of America's racist history and the institutional struggle our past government has imposed upon many of its citizens. Dear John,   Happy Juneteeth! For this holiday I'm excited to highlight the work of on…

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June 16, 2021 at 9:43 PM

PA Republicans Restricting Voting Rights

Pennsylvania Republicans are trying to make voting more challenging, because that's the only way they can win Dear John,   This week, house Republicans introduced a dangerous package of bills that make voting more challenging. These bills mandate…

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

June 2, 2021 at 12:41 PM

I am appalled by the Harrisburg Republicans

GOP Lawmakers in Harrisburg are attempting to dismantle women's rights Dear John,   Last week house Republicans passed a dangerous package of bills restricting a woman's right to an abortion.  My Democratic colleagues and I stood strong against …

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

May 3, 2021 at 10:05 PM

Announcing the Bipartisan Caucus in Harrisburg

Last week I joined fifteen Pennsylvania House Legislators to announce a bipartisan caucus of lawmakers.  Dear John,   Last week I joined fifteen Pennsylvania House Legislators to announce a bipartisan caucus of lawmakers.  As your assemblywoman, …

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April 25, 2021 at 1:15 PM

A Small Step Towards Racial Justice

I know it's been awhile but I needed to break my silence... Hi John,     I know I've haven't emailed in awhile, but I needed to break my silence. This week Derek Chauvin was finally convicted on all accounts. The trial marks an important part in …

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March 27, 2021 at 4:38 PM

Taking a Stand Against Hate

In the wake of the Atlanta shooting that left eight people dead, I joined several colleagues this week in a press conference to voice support for Pennsylvania’s Asian American community and to announce our support for anti-hate legislation.   In a year when loss and grief are al…

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March 19, 2021 at 4:09 PM

Some Much Needed Relief

Hi John,    Together with several of my House colleagues, I pushed for a large-scale recovery program for our restaurants and hospitality venues. That’s why I’m thrilled that earlier this month Governor Wolf announced a $145 million relief grant program for businesses in the hos…

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March 15, 2021 at 11:30 AM

March Legislative Update

    Dear John,    As we celebrate Women’s History Month and mark a year in our fight against the coronavirus, I wanted to share with you some legislation that I am currently working on to serve our community.   Wishing you all patience as we approach Spring and a better …

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

February 9, 2021 at 12:01 AM

Standing in the Way of Progress

Hi John,    Last week Governor Wolf proposed an audacious and forward-looking budget plan for 2021—one that will increase school funding, increase the minimum wage, and lower taxes for working families. Not surprisingly, PA House Republican leaders have already come out in oppos…

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January 30, 2021 at 4:07 PM

Help Me Fight Back Against This Dangerous Bill

Hi John,    Earlier this week, a dangerous proposed constitutional amendment to limit disaster emergency declarations passed the House. Once approved by both chambers, it will appear as a ballot question in the upcoming primary.    House Bill 55 would severely restrict the Gover…

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

January 26, 2021 at 12:30 AM

How You Can Help Stop Judicial Gerrymandering in PA

Hi John,  In a very close vote, PA House Bill 38 (the judicial gerrymandering bill) passed the judiciary committee, and will soon move to the PA House for a full vote. As a member of the judiciary committee, I voted no and will continue to speak out about the harms that would be…

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

November 5, 2020 at 11:14 PM

We did it!

Dear John,  I’m happy to announce that I have been re-elected by my friends and neighbors in the 157th House District with 60% of the vote! We made the purposeful decision in waiting to declare victory until all votes were counted in our district because we believe it’s criti…

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 2:39 AM

Let's Finish the Job

Dear John,  Once again, I'm overcome with gratitude to everyone who has supported my campaign and stood beside me these past 2 years. I simply could not have done it without you. It has been an honor and privilege serving as Representative for the 157th during a first term whic…

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  Team Melissa · [email protected]

October 30, 2020 at 12:12 AM

Pennsylvania – The Next Bush v. Gore

First, if you still have a mail ballot, DO NOT MAIL IT*. With postal service delays getting worse by the day, it's very possible it will not arrive by Election Day. And although the PA and US Supreme Courts have so far said counties could count ballots received until Nov. 6, as …

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

October 26, 2020 at 11:30 AM

It’s up to Us to Safeguard This Election

Hi John,  We know Pennsylvania Republicans are trying their very best to suppress voters in the state. Their latest attempt to challenge ballots based on “signature comparisons” was just denied by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.   While this is a win, it’s terrifying to think w…

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October 20, 2020 at 11:39 PM

The threat to our election is far from over

Hi John,  I had hoped that this week in Harrisburg I would have the chance to vote on several desperately-needed pieces of legislation, including a bill that would allow counties to start processing and counting ballots before Election Day.   However, in an email yesterday the …

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

October 16, 2020 at 11:43 PM

Harrisburg’s anti-environment majority

Hi John,  I’m excited to announce that as of this week, I’ve been endorsed by Pennsylvania’s leading political voices for the environment: Conservation Voters of PA, The Sierra Club, and PennFuture. From calling for an immediate halt to the Mariner East II pipeline and a morato…

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

October 13, 2020 at 11:30 AM

We Did It!

Hi John,  We did it!   PA House Republicans announced that they will no longer be seeking a vote on their shameful “Election Integrity Committee” (HR1032) after the substantial public backlash from concerned citizens across the Commonwealth. The proposed Republican-controlled …

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October 9, 2020 at 12:00 AM

Meet Tara

Hi John,  I’m writing to you this time on behalf of my friend Tara Zrinski, who needs your help. Tara  is an environmental activist, solar energy consultant, Northampton County Councilwoman, and adjunct professor running to flip a highly competitive PA House seat in the Lehigh…

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October 6, 2020 at 5:12 PM

Enough is Enough

There is nothing powerful or impressive about not wearing a mask.   The Capitol is now shutdown. This is the second time GOP leadership has failed to protect the workers and members who go to work in the Capitol. This time it has forced me and other colleagues into quarantine, p…

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October 2, 2020 at 3:15 PM

I am currently in quarantine

Hi John,  Yesterday, the PA House canceled session after a GOP member, Rep. Paul Schemel, tested positive for COVID-19. I was present at the Capitol Tuesday for a Judiciary Committee meeting, where I wore my mask the entire time. However, I had prolonged interaction with Rep. S…

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September 27, 2020 at 12:01 AM

Could they Really Overturn PA’s Election Result?

Hi John,  I knew Pennsylvania was going to be important in this election, but I never expected it to look like this.    As we learned recently, “the Trump campaign is discussing contingency plans to bypass election results and appoint loyal electors in battleground states where…

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  Kelson Northeimer · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 12:15 PM

----FWD -- Michele Knoll

Hi John,   Just wanted to make sure you saw Melissa's email about her event with Michele Knoll tomorrow evening at 7pm. Melissa and Michele will be discussing how the road to turning PA blue runs through not just southeast PA, but suburban Pittsburgh as well! You can register to attend the event …

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  Melissa Shusterman · [email protected]

September 21, 2020 at 5:22 PM

RBG

Hi John,  This past weekend we said goodbye to Justice Ruth Bader Gisburg. Our nation has lost a remarkable individual, a trailblazer, and a stalwart champion for so many just causes. Her lifetime of defending civil liberties is a living legacy we’re grateful for, as well as a …

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September 16, 2020 at 12:11 AM

Candidate Spotlight Week: Meet 3 Women Fighting to Flip the PA House Next Week!

Hi John,  Allow me to introduce you to Ann Marie, Marlene, and Michele—three amazing women running to flip Republican-held districts across Pennsylvania, and in doing so help us flip the PA House in 2020! Next week I'll be co-hosting events for all three of them, and I need yo…

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September 14, 2020 at 12:44 PM

Fall Fundraiser - with Silent Auction for Ski Week in Montana!

Hi John,  The first day of fall is more than a week away but we couldn't wait to announce our 2020 Fall Fundraiser!    There will be more details to come in the near future, including special guests and other highlights, but we didn't want you to miss out on the main attraction…

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September 8, 2020 at 9:37 PM

Help Wish Melissa a Happy Birthday!

Hi John,  Today is Melissa's birthday and we wanted to do a little something to show our appreciation. Click here to sign her birthday e-card and share a personal message of support!   Our team is so proud of what Melissa has accomlished in just two short years since being elec…

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September 5, 2020 at 4:51 PM

PA House Passes Bill to Undermine Mail-In Voting

Hi John,  Earlier this week, we told you about PA Republican leadership’s plan to undermine mail-in voting by banning ballot drop-boxes and satellite voting offices. Sadly, House Republicans pushed through passage of this bill on Tuesday and Senate Republicans seem poised to do…

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August 24, 2020 at 9:54 PM

Your End of Month Checklist

Hi John,  As we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, let us honor the countless women who fought and sacrificed for the vote by working to elect a progressive, pro-woman majority to the Pennsylvania House!   With Democrats just nine seats shy of a legislativ…

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August 19, 2020 at 9:38 PM

Flip the PA House by supporting Paul Friel!

Hi John,  Allow me to introduce Paul Friel--my friend, a local small business owner, and now a candidate for one of the most competitive state House races in Pennsylvania.    Paul is running for the 26th House District in northern Chester County, which along with several other…

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