Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

January 22, 2022 at 8:10 PM

Calling out Mitch McConnell

“African American voters are voting in just as high a percentage as Americans” Team, that is a direct quote from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell when asked this week for his message to voters worried about accessing the ballot box during the upcoming midterm elections. Let’s…

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January 21, 2022 at 11:20 PM

everyone deserves a place called home

When working on Build Back Better, I prioritized making equitable access to housing a cornerstone of the bill. Team, When I joined the exclusive House Committee on Ways and Means, one of my goals was to find ways that allow more people to reach one of the pillars of the American Drea…

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January 19, 2022 at 8:31 PM

let’s do what is right

Team, I recently came across this tweet from Senator Warren regarding the filibuster. Check it out below: I agree with Senator Warren. There have been more than 161 changes made to the filibuster in the last five decades, with the filibuster altered to pass trade deals, tax cuts, a…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

January 17, 2022 at 4:00 PM

keep moving forward

“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but by all means keep moving forward.” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke these words nearly 62 years ago during his address at Spelman College on April 10, 1960. The civil rights movement was well u…

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

January 15, 2022 at 5:02 PM

insurrectionists are running for office

Hi team, One year after Rep. Plaskett and the rest of the impeachment managers made the case against Donald Trump for inciting a mob, we are still seeing the consequences of what occurred that day. Check out this headline from Politico: Even though Trump is not on the ballot this y…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

January 13, 2022 at 9:30 PM

justice served

Team, In November of 2021, justice was finally served for Ahmaud Arbery and his family when the jury found all three defendants guilty of murder. Last week, the defendants were sentenced to life in prison. As a mother of 5 Black children, it was a tough trial to watch as these issue…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

January 12, 2022 at 6:30 PM

protect the ballot box

Team, President Biden and Vice President Harris spoke in Atlanta yesterday about the urgency of passing voting rights legislation. As part of their remarks, they also condemned the Republican-led nationwide attack on our constitutional right to vote. As a representative of the Virgi…

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  Stacey, David, Eric, & Ted · [email protected]

January 9, 2022 at 4:00 PM

One year later

Team, A year ago this week we witnessed one of the greatest threats our democracy has ever faced — a violent mob incited by Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol building and tried to overturn the results of the 2020 election. In an election that Trump had clearly lost, he was willi…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

January 7, 2022 at 7:00 PM

I won’t give up on BBB

Team, Like my fellow Congressional Black Caucus member Rep. Hakeem Jeffries said earlier this week: Pass. The. Bill. My Democratic colleagues and I worked hard last year to ensure the Build Back Better Act, one of the most transformative bills in our country’s history, passed the Ho…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

January 6, 2022 at 4:00 PM

One year ago our democracy changed forever

Friends, A year ago today, we witnessed one of the greatest threats to our country we have ever seen in our lifetime – then president of the United States, Donald Trump, unleashed a violent mob on the U.S. Capitol building to stop the certification results of an election he had lost…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

January 5, 2022 at 8:20 PM

thank you for your support

Hi team, Happy New Year! I hope you and your loved ones had a fun, safe time ringing in the new year. I’d like to start this year with a sincere thank you for everything you’ve done throughout 2021 and for being influential in setting my team and me for success in 2022. As we head t…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 7:39 PM

One thing before the New Year...

Tonight isn’t just the start of 2022. It’s also the FEC’s end-of-year fundraising deadline. My team and I have a goal to raise $5,000 to finish the year strong - and we’re still falling short! Friends, Tonight isn’t just the start of 2022. It’s also the FEC’s end-of-year fundraising …

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 10:19 PM

Stacey’s blue dress is back

2021 was a history-making year for Stacey Plaskett (and not just for the blue dress!) Hi team, 2021 was a history-making year for Stacey Plaskett (and not just for the blue dress!) Stacey served as an impeachment manager against Donald Trump, led the fight for voting and equal rights…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

December 28, 2021 at 11:35 PM

We know what it’s like to make some history

As the first delegate of a U.S. territory to serve as an impeachment manager earlier this year, I know what it’s like to make some history, and my friend Yvette D. Clarke is no different. She is currently the only Black woman representing the state of New York in Congress. Friends, A…

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  Yvette D. Clarke · [email protected]

December 27, 2021 at 5:12 PM

Our Black voices matter

As we reach the end of the year, my friend Stacey Plaskett and I are preparing ahead for 2022, the challenges that it will bring, and also thinking back on the incredible year we had. Hi team, Some of you may know me already, but if you don’t, my name is Yvette D. Clarke and I proudl…

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

December 22, 2021 at 9:07 PM

accomplishments

Join us and set up our campaign for success in 2022. Hi team, With the year wrapping up, we’d like to take a moment and reflect on some of Stacey’s major accomplishments this year. As the first representative of a US territory to serve as an impeachment manager, Stacey started 2021 …

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

December 21, 2021 at 11:12 PM

oversight

Calling for greater transparency. Team, At a committee hearing this month, my Democratic colleagues and I on the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight pledged to investigate just how individuals are hiding assets in South Dakota, America’s very own backyard. Earlier this ye…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

December 15, 2021 at 9:31 PM

Proof that Trump knew, he did nothing

The release of text messages from President Trump’s Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows are making it even more clear that Donald Trump is responsible for inciting the insurrection on January 6th. Hi team, The release of text messages from President Trump’s Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows are …

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

December 10, 2021 at 4:01 PM

feeding the world and ending hunger

We are proud to see Stacey fight for equitable solutions for everyone. Hi team, As a member of the House Committee on Agriculture, Stacey is very vocal about the vulnerabilities exposed in our nation’s food system when faced with climate change, pandemics and economic disruptions. L…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

December 8, 2021 at 7:50 PM

What is Mark Meadows trying to hide?

In a sudden reversal this week, my former colleague, Meadows, has stopped cooperating. Team, Last week Donald Trump’s former chief of staff, Mark Meadows, said he was going to cooperate with the January 6th committee by handing over documents and agreeing to meet before the committee…

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

December 6, 2021 at 6:56 PM

Shirley Chisholm 2021 Sisters to Watch list

Stacey’s leadership is exceptional and an example for Black women everywhere. We’re proud to see her work recognized as she stands on the shoulders of Shirley Chisholm in Congress. Team, We’re happy to announce that Stacey was named as part of this year’s Higher Heights for America S…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 30, 2021 at 11:11 PM

Let’s make some more history!

Today is our end-of-month fundraising deadline, and I’m reaching out to see if you can send in a generous donation to help us raise the last $1,716 we need to reach our goal. Hi team, Today is our end-of-month fundraising deadline, and I’m reaching out to see if you can send in a gen…

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  Eric Swalwell · [email protected]

November 29, 2021 at 8:16 PM

One of my best friends is Stacey Plaskett

When you do big things, you meet so many amazing people. Hey everyone, When you do big things, you meet so many amazing people. As an impeachment manager, I spent so many hours working alongside some of the biggest and brightest legal minds in our country as we prepared for one of th…

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

November 27, 2021 at 11:47 PM

Stacey is leading the fight!

Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett wasn't afraid to stand up to Donald Trump at his second impeachment trial. Now as an accomplished attorney and a Congresswoman from the Virgin Islands, Stacey is leading the fight.   Stacey Plaskett wasn't afraid to stand up to Donald Trump…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 26, 2021 at 12:34 AM

feeling thankful

I’d like to take a moment to share my thanks with you. Hi friends, happy Thanksgiving! I’d like to take a moment to share my thanks with you. It’s been a difficult two years since the pandemic started – but I am thankful that by this Thanksgiving we’ve come a long way. Thanks to the …

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 24, 2021 at 11:32 PM

justice

That’s what was finally served for Ahmaud Arbery and his family today when the jury found all three defendants guilty of murder. Justice. That’s what was finally served for Ahmaud Arbery and his family today when the jury found all three defendants guilty of murder. While the verdict…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 22, 2021 at 12:31 AM

I’ll make this quick, team

We’re so close to our fundraising goal for Charles Booker. Hey team, We are only $784 away from our $5,000 goal for Charles Booker, who is running for U.S. Senate against Rand Paul. Will you please rush in a donation to help us get there by midnight? If you've saved your payment inf…

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

November 21, 2021 at 4:27 PM

Help us end Rand Paul’s political career

Unlike Rand Paul who used the pandemic to enrich himself, Charles is fighting for a Kentucky and America that works for everyone, not just the wealthy few. Hi team, We’re reaching out to update you again about our fundraising goal to help Charles Booker defeat Rand Paul in his campa…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 20, 2021 at 8:21 PM

I’m endorsing Charles Booker for U.S. Senate!

Charles is running for U.S. Senate to make Kentucky a place where every single Kentuckian, not just the rich and powerful, can thrive. Team, I am so proud to be endorsing Charles Booker in his campaign against Rand Paul for U.S. Senate in Kentucky. Growing up in one of the poorest zi…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 19, 2021 at 8:25 PM

this is going to help so many people

I’m so proud to have played a huge role in passing the Build Back Better Act through committee in the House and now on to the Senate. Friends, I’m so proud to have played a huge role in passing the Build Back Better Act through committee in the House and now on to the Senate. This le…

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

November 18, 2021 at 9:56 PM

Steven Bannon will face consequences

The January 6th Committee has been very clear that they intend to get to the bottom of what happened on that day, and the truth cannot and will not be subverted. Friends, Steven Bannon should serve as a lesson for anyone who wants to skirt the truth and defy a lawful subpoena from Co…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 17, 2021 at 11:49 PM

systemic flaws are on display

The systemic flaws in our criminal justice system are on full display right now in two of our nation’s most high-profile cases. Friends, The systemic flaws in our criminal justice system are on full display right now in two of our nation’s most high-profile cases. In the Ahmaud Arber…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 12, 2021 at 4:00 PM

What excites you most about Democrats’ legislation?

There are so many things to get excited about in the Democrats' human infrastructure bill. There are so many things to get excited about in the Democrats' human infrastructure bill. As a member of the House Ways & Means Committee, I worked very hard this year to get this legislat…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 11, 2021 at 4:01 PM

honoring those who’ve worn the uniform

We must continue to express our enduring gratitude for their service, both in words and action. Friends, On this Veterans Day, we salute and commemorate the men and women who have proudly worn the uniform and so bravely fought to protect our country and our democracy, along with the…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 9, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Less than a year until the 2022 elections!

The 2022 midterm elections are officially less than 365 days away! Friends, The 2022 midterm elections are officially less than 365 days away! If we’re going to protect our House majority for Democrats and continue making progress that truly helps our families and our communities, th…

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

November 8, 2021 at 9:01 PM

10 Republicans from January 6th just got elected?!

This is a huge danger and a threat to our democracy. Team, Can you believe this? As many as TEN Republican extremists who were at the Capitol on January 6th were just elected to office in the elections last week. This is a huge danger and a threat to our democracy, and with more Q…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

November 5, 2021 at 2:30 PM

What we learned from Virginia

The elections on Tuesday were certainly a big disappointment. Friends, The elections on Tuesday were certainly a big disappointment. Despite record turnout for Democrats in Virginia led by Black women and all the amazing support Team Plaskett gave at the end of the campaign, Terry Mc…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 31, 2021 at 6:42 PM

We still have time to help Terry!

I was so excited to join Senator Mark Warner for a canvassing launch in Virginia for Terry McAuliffe this weekend ahead of the big election on Tuesday! Hey team, I was so excited to join Senator Mark Warner for a canvassing launch in Virginia for Terry McAuliffe this weekend ahead of…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 29, 2021 at 9:18 PM

doing our part 💪🏿

I’m really proud to let you know that we as a grassroots campaign have been able to raise over a thousand dollars for Terry McAuliffe’s campaign before the election on Tuesday! Hey team, I’m really proud to let you know that we as a grassroots campaign have been able to raise over a …

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

October 29, 2021 at 3:21 PM

racist dog whistles to rile up Trump’s base

The dangerous Republicans who incited an insurrection at our Capitol are now trying to elect an extremist named Glenn Youngkin as the next Governor of Virginia. Friends, The dangerous Republicans who incited an insurrection at our Capitol are now trying to elect an extremist named Gl…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 27, 2021 at 8:36 PM

Terry needs our help!

Donald Trump and the GOP extremists who incited an insurrection on January 6th are now making an all-out attempt to flip Virginia red. Friends, Virginia has a really important election coming up in less than a week, and the stakes are high! Donald Trump and the GOP extremists who in…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 22, 2021 at 6:34 PM

consequences

Steven Bannon violated a lawful Congressional subpoena and that is why the House voted to hold him in criminal contempt of Congress. Friends, I am so proud of the work the January 6th Committee is doing to uncover the truth about that day. They’ve made it abundantly clear that they a…

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

October 17, 2021 at 4:35 PM

raising awareness about breast cancer 💞

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so Team Plaskett is wearing PINK and having an open discussion about how we can join together to fight this terrible disease. Friends, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so Team Plaskett is wearing PINK 💞 and having an open discussion …

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 15, 2021 at 7:18 PM

instead of ‘when’ focus on ‘what’

When it comes to Democrats’ Build Back Better legislation, people have spent way too much time talking about ‘when’ instead of ‘what’. Friends, When it comes to Democrats’ Build Back Better legislation, people have spent way too much time talking about ‘when’ instead of ‘what’. Rathe…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 13, 2021 at 8:48 PM

a major term for the Supreme Court!

The Supreme Court is back in session and hearing oral arguments in-person for the new term. There are so many important cases that will be decided this year around abortion rights, the death penalty and holding police officers accountable. Friends, The Supreme Court is back in sessio…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 9, 2021 at 6:00 PM

We need the Senate to do the right thing here.

Black swimmers deserved better Friends — Let’s take a trip back to this summer when the Olympics had the attention of the entire world. In a shocking, but not necessarily surprising move, the International Swimming Federation banned swimming caps that were specifically designed to …

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

October 8, 2021 at 4:28 PM

#TheCROWNAct

#PassTheCROWN Team — we’re tired of seeing stories of children in school or everyday Americans trying to earn a paycheck being humiliated by individuals in authority because of their hair. The House Judiciary Committee just took a firm step on the right side of history and passed …

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 7, 2021 at 9:27 PM

Don’t touch my hair

Our right to natural hair October 1st was National Hair Day in the United States, and I just HAD to share this pic of my daughter’s ‘fro.   I’m in awe sometimes of how far we’ve gotten in the natural hair movement in my lifetime, but unfortunately we still have a long way to go be…

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  Stacey Plaskett · [email protected]

October 4, 2021 at 7:36 PM

a ‘thank you’ is in order

Can you believe it’s already the month of October? It feels like 2021 is really flying by! It was only several months ago that I was standing there, the only Black woman in the Senate chambers, making the case against Donald Trump after he incited an insurrection on January 6th. Hey …

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  Team Plaskett · [email protected]

September 30, 2021 at 11:54 PM

Still time to get your donation matched!

DONOR MATCH PROGRESS: We have $459 more available to match your donation, but it all ends at midnight. Chip in now to get your contribution doubled! Stacey Plaskett wasn't afraid to stand up to Donald Trump during his second impeachment trial. Representing the U.S. Vir…

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