Living in rural America requires some grit, some tenacity, and an understanding in the value of community. Running for public office in rural America takes a tremendous amount of all three. So, our mission is simple: build a community to ensure rural Democrats never travel the path to victory alone.

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  Roland Gutierrez · [email protected]
July 10, 2023 at 10:14 PM

I have big news

It’s time for us to change things, and that starts with making sure we’re electing a leader that will actually work for the people instead of becoming a puppet for special interests and corporations.   Hi John, it’s Roland Gutierrez. I have big news to share with you: I’m running for the…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
June 30, 2023 at 8:31 PM

sorry—

The stakes are too high to fall short.    Hi John, it’s Tedra. I know your inbox is probably flooded with requests right now, so I’ll keep this short. Our FEC fundraising deadline is just a few hours away, but we still haven’t met our goal. Your support is crucial to our efforts to elect …
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
June 28, 2023 at 6:22 PM

we’re counting on you

Voters in rural districts are essential to regaining the House majority.   John, The quarterly FEC fundraising deadline is only two days away! Our team has been working hard to prepare for next year’s crucial elections, and we’re counting on your support to help us reach our $…
  Al Franken · [email protected]
June 27, 2023 at 9:16 PM

I got a favor to ask

My friend and former Senate counsel Josh Riley is running for Congress in NY-19, and his first FEC deadline is just days away.   John I got a favor to ask you. My friend and former Senate counsel Josh Riley is running for Congress in NY-19, and his first FEC deadline is just days away. …
  Sam Eppler · [email protected]
June 12, 2023 at 10:27 PM

I’m running

I’m running for Congress because no one in Congress is talking about the issues people in my community care about.   John, I’m Sam Eppler, and I’m writing to share some big news: I’m running for Congress in Texas’ 24th Congressional District. As the youngest high school principal in Dal…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
June 7, 2023 at 8:14 PM

please—

The road to taking back the House runs through this:   John, Winning rural districts is a critical part of how Democrats can retake the House majority in 2024. Our mission has never been more important, so we need all the support we can get. Will you join us by chipping in $1 o…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
May 31, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Hi John.

I know you're getting a lot of emails lately, so I’ll keep this short.   Hi John, it’s Tedra. I know you're getting a lot of emails lately, so I’ll keep this short. Our May fundraising deadline is tonight at midnight, but we still haven’t met our goal. It may not seem like it, but all th…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
May 30, 2023 at 9:11 PM

there’s no doubt:

Voters in rural districts are essential to regaining the House majority.   John, Our May fundraising deadline is tomorrow! Our team has been working hard to prepare for next year’s crucial elections, and we’re counting on your support to help us reach our $2,500 fundraising go…
  Barbara Boxer · [email protected]
May 23, 2023 at 2:30 PM

The rematch is on. Don’t sit this one out!

Will came so close to winning in 2022, and this is our chance to finish the job.   John, I’ve got a huge announcement that should bring a smile to your face and hope to your heart: former federal prosecutor, Will Rollins just announced his campaign for Congress in California’s 41st dis…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
May 19, 2023 at 3:06 PM

John, this race is personal

I'm running to defeat Ted Cruz because this fight is personal for me. I'd love to take a moment to explain why.   John, I'm running to defeat Ted Cruz because this fight is personal for me. I'd love to take a moment to explain why. I'm a fourth-generation Texan. I'm the proud son of a si…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
May 15, 2023 at 3:02 PM

I hate asking you for money

The truth is, this race will be the most expensive Senate election in Montana’s history.   Hey John, I was back on the farm this past weekend with Sharla, and we spent the days seeding peas and pulling 16-hour days in the fields. I love being a farmer. I knew I wanted to take over my…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
May 14, 2023 at 8:46 PM

Sorry to bother you on a Sunday

Taking back the House is our top priority as we get ready for the year ahead, but we can’t do it alone.   John, I hate to bother you on a Sunday, so I’ll keep this short. Our weekly deadline is tonight, but we still haven’t met our goal. I know it may not seem like fundraising matters ri…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
May 3, 2023 at 10:31 PM

I’m running to defeat Ted Cruz

Winning in Texas will all but guarantee Democrats are able to defend our razor-thin Senate majority – and CNN is already calling Ted Cruz one of the most vulnerable Senators in the country!   John, I’m Colin Allred, and I’m running for U.S. Senate to defeat Ted Cruz and deliver better…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
April 30, 2023 at 11:31 PM

I hate to bother you on a Sunday

Electing more rural Democrats and taking back the House are our top priorities as we get ready for the year ahead, but we can’t do it alone.   John, I hate to bother you on a Sunday, so I’ll keep this short. Our April fundraising deadline is tonight, but we still haven’t met our goal. I…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
April 30, 2023 at 5:47 PM

personally asking

We’ve got a tough fight ahead of us, and I sure as hell don’t want to face this alone.   John, I’m sure your inbox is flooded with messages about the upcoming end-of-month fundraising deadline, but I want to take a minute to say something different: I want to tell you how grateful I am t…
  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]
April 29, 2023 at 5:33 PM

so much is at risk in 2024

2024 will be a make-or-break year for Democrats.   John, Our April fundraising deadline is tomorrow, but we’re not on track to meet our $2,500 goal. Will you rush a contribution today to keep us on track ahead of tomorrow’s deadline? CONTRIBUTE From the presiden…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
April 28, 2023 at 10:25 PM

only two days away

Voters in rural districts are essential to regaining the House majority.   John, The April fundraising deadline is only two days away! Our team has been working hard to prepare for next year’s crucial elections, and we’re counting on your support to help us reach our $2,500 fu…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
April 28, 2023 at 3:02 PM

16 hours on a tractor

I just got a call from my fundraising team, and to put it simply, I need your help.   John, I just got a call from my fundraising team, and to put it simply, I need your help. We’re behind on our 1,000 donor planting season goal and need a serious boost in donations today to catch up. Th…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
April 26, 2023 at 9:53 PM

It’s official!

President Biden has been able to accomplish a lot for Americans after Donald Trump’s failed leadership.   John, Yesterday, President Biden announced he’s running for re-election in 2024! From lowering unemployment rates to signing the most significant gun violence reduction l…
  Al Franken · [email protected]
April 18, 2023 at 4:21 PM

a big announcement

Here’s why I support Josh — and why you should too!   Hey, it’s Al Franken. I’m writing because I want you to split $5 or whatever you can (or more than you can) between BACKROADS PAC and my friend Josh Riley to help him win one of the most important races in the country in 2024. Here…
  Jacky Rosen · [email protected]
April 6, 2023 at 11:51 PM

where my story began

I simply can’t fight back and defend my battleground seat without your critical grassroots support     John: I just launched my first reelection campaign for the U.S. Senate here in Nevada – and I couldn’t be more grateful for the outpouring of support from people like you. As we kick th…
  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]
April 4, 2023 at 9:32 PM

Trump just raised over $4 million

Republicans have shown us time and again that they have no morals.   “Trump’s fundraising efforts after indictment pay off, with over $4 million raised” - The Hill John, Even though Trump is surrendering to the authorities today, the MAGA mob is standing by …
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
April 1, 2023 at 12:09 AM

a few hours away...

I know me and our team have been emailing a lot lately, so I’ll keep this short.   Hi John, it’s Tedra. I know me and our team at BACKROADS PAC have been emailing a lot lately, so I’ll keep this short. The first FEC fundraising deadline of the year is just a few hours away, but we still h…
  Stop Stefanik · [email protected]
March 31, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Trump is indicted, and Stefanik is profiting.

Check out this pathetic plea from Elise Stefanik   Reports indicate that Donald Trump has been indicted by a New York Grand Jury for his scheme to pay off Stormy Daniels and influence the 2016 election (and maybe much more). This is GREAT NEWS! But here’s the BAD News: the MAGA mob is usi…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
March 31, 2023 at 11:35 AM

my collection of dirt-stained t-shirts

I’m not like most of my colleagues in the Senate, and it’s not too hard to see why.   Hey John, Jon Tester here. I’m not like most of my colleagues in the Senate, and it’s not too hard to see why. All you have to do is look at my $12 flattop haircut and my collection of dirt-stained t-…
  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]
March 30, 2023 at 9:27 PM

re: your personal supporter record

The first FEC deadline of the year is tomorrow, and we need all the support we can get to meet our goal and ensure we’re on the right track for a successful election cycle.   John, The first FEC deadline of the year is tomorrow, and we need all the support we can get to meet o…
  James Carville · [email protected]
March 29, 2023 at 6:56 PM

We can kiss our Senate majority goodbye

We already know the Senate majority will come down to Montana – and if we don’t keep Jon Tester in the Senate, Democrats can kiss their majority goodbye!   Hey John — James Carville here. Jon Tester just launched his reelection campaign and I can already tell this race is going to be N…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
March 28, 2023 at 11:37 PM

Our final fundraising numbers are public

Our mission has never been more important.   Hi John, In a moment, I’m going to ask you to chip in $3 or whatever you can to BACKROADS PAC, but first, I wanted to share three reasons why meeting our FEC fundraising deadline goal is so important: Our final fundraising numbers …
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
March 27, 2023 at 11:03 PM

experts are doubting us

At the end of the month, our fundraising numbers will go public, and we need to show Republicans we have the power to fight back against their fundraising machine   John, I just launched my reelection campaign last month, and experts are already doubting my chances. They’re calling me on…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
March 24, 2023 at 5:11 PM

1 week until the FEC deadline

With Republicans already beginning to attack Democrats nationwide, we must ensure we’re prepared for whatever comes our way.   FEC FUNDRAISING DEADLINE: 1 WEEK SUPPORT BACKROADS PAC John, We have just 1 week until the first FEC fundraising deadl…
  Sherrod Brown · [email protected]
March 22, 2023 at 9:31 PM

The last remaining statewide-elected Democrat in Ohio

Ohio is already shaping up to be a must-win battleground.   I’m up for re-election in 2024, John, and as one of just three Democrats in states Trump won and the only remaining statewide-elected Democrat in Ohio, I’m a prime target for Mitch McConnell and the GOP. (There’s already a wealthy…
  Ruben Gallego · [email protected]
March 21, 2023 at 3:36 PM

I could honestly say my life sucked

The first night I slept on the floor in the apartment my mother got for us after my father left.     John, I can trace my drive for success to the first night I slept on the floor in the apartment my mother got for us after my father left. Lying there, I could honestly say that my life…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
March 17, 2023 at 8:11 PM

I’m a farmer

I promise to spend every ounce of time fighting for you and your families     Can I explain something, John? I grew up in a twenty-four-by-thirty-six foot house. I lost three fingers on my left hand in a meat grinding accident when I was a kid. I am and always will be a farmer, …
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
March 16, 2023 at 1:08 AM

John, can I count on you?

Republicans are preparing to spend heavily across the country next year to hold onto their slim majority in the House.   John, I just wanted to reach out before our mid-month deadline tonight. We’re getting ready for our critically important FEC end-of-quarter deadline at the e…
  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]
March 13, 2023 at 10:20 PM

Rural districts will play a critical role

Electing more rural Democrats and taking back the House are our top priorities as we head into 2024, so it’s crucial for us to build a strong foundation now.   FUNDRAISING DEADLINE: 2 DAYS AWAY CHIP IN $5 CHIP IN MORE! John, Our mid-…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
March 10, 2023 at 3:26 PM

Wisconsin’s upcoming Supreme Court election

Since the Dobbs decision last year, we’ve seen an alarming increase in attacks on reproductive health across the country, and Wisconsin could be next.   The biggest election of 2023 reaches final sprint - Politico John, Wisconsin’s upcoming Supreme Court el…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
March 8, 2023 at 12:31 AM

Will you join us?

Democrats lost key seats in rural districts last year, but we can’t let that happen again. The road to taking back the House runs through the backroads   John, Winning rural districts is a critical part of how Democrats can retake the House majority in 2024. Our mission has nev…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
March 3, 2023 at 12:33 AM

incredibly grateful

As we head into March, we’re getting ready for another important deadline:   John, I just wanted to reach out to thank you for your support! Though the election may seem far away, taking back the House is our top priority right now. We’ve got a long road ahead of us, but all o…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
February 28, 2023 at 8:08 PM

Hi John

I know you’ve heard from my team and me a lot lately, so I’ll keep this short.   Hi John, it’s Tedra. I know you’ve heard from my team and me a lot lately, so I’ll keep this short. Our next fundraising deadline is tonight at midnight, but we still haven’t met our goal. It may not seem li…
  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]
February 27, 2023 at 10:11 PM

we’ve got a lot of work ahead of us

Everything we do now will set us up for success in 2024 and ensure we’re prepared for whatever Republicans throw our way.   Our February fundraising deadline is tomorrow, and we still haven’t reached our $2,000 goal. Meeting all of our goals allows us to build a strong foundation as we …
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
February 26, 2023 at 8:41 PM

Republicans spent millions

Right now, we need to build a strong foundation for the upcoming election cycle so we’re prepared for whatever comes our way.   John, Our February deadline is just around the corner, and our team needs your support to reach our $2,000 goal. In a moment, I’ll explain why it’s s…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
February 24, 2023 at 9:51 PM

I’m just a dirt farmer

I’m pretty different from most people who end up in the U.S. Senate.   John, can I tell you a little story about me? I grew up on my family’s farm and it’s still home today. That explains a lot about me. When I was a kid, I lost three fingers on my left hand while working in our famil…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
February 23, 2023 at 9:59 PM

Republicans already have their eyes on us

We must keep up this momentum as we head into the 2024 cycle.   John, Democrats secured major victories in special elections on Tuesday, winning races in Virginia, New Hampshire, and Kentucky! Voters are feeling energized, but we must keep up this momentum as we head into the 2…
  Jon Tester · [email protected]
February 22, 2023 at 10:29 PM

my story

I’m pretty different from most people who end up in the U.S. Senate.   John, can I tell you a little story about me? I grew up on my family’s farm and it’s still home today. That explains a lot about me. When I was a kid, I lost three fingers on my left hand while working in our famil…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
February 21, 2023 at 11:44 PM

Heading into another heated election

Rural districts are key to regaining the House majority, so our mission is more important than ever.   John, Democratic leaders across the country are realizing just how crucial rural voters are. This is a good sign for the future of the party, but our work is far from over. …
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
February 19, 2023 at 5:20 PM

The GOP’s razor-thin majority

It’s becoming increasingly clear that voters in rural districts are essential to regaining the House majority in 2024.   John, It’s becoming increasingly clear that voters in rural districts are essential to regaining the House majority in 2024. We’re going to need a comprehens…
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
February 17, 2023 at 11:09 PM

Uplifting rural Democrats

Rural areas are imperative to winning the House majority, so we can’t risk ignoring these communities.   “If the Democrats could have won just five more districts, they would have held the House. And five districts were there to be won—in rural and exurban America.” - …
  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]
February 15, 2023 at 11:00 PM

the next two years

We’ve got a long road ahead of us if we want to take back the House in 2024.   John, Our mid-month deadline is tonight! This is the shortest month of the year, so it’s incredibly important for us to ensure we’re on track to meet our monthly fundraising goals. Will you contribu…
  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]
February 15, 2023 at 3:00 PM

laying the groundwork

The work we’re doing right now is critical to building a strong foundation and laying the groundwork for the coming election cycle.   John, February is the shortest month of the year, but we still need to meet our fundraising goals and deadlines to build a strong foundation for…
  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]
February 13, 2023 at 3:58 PM

Support our mission →

From putting extremists in key committee positions to passing radical bills, we’ve seen how dysfunctional the Republican party has become.   John, It’s absolutely crucial for us to regain the House majority in 2024. From putting extremists in key committee positions to passin…