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  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 3:01 AM

Tonight, We Celebrate Our Power

No Matter What Tomorrow Brings  Dear PowerPAC family,  On the night before this election, I want to pause and recognize the tremendous work we’ve done together. We’ve put in the hours, the heart, the sweat, and sometimes even the tears. Every door we’ve knocked on, every phone call made, every mess…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
October 25, 2024 at 8:31 PM

Don’t BOO—Vote! 👻

Another Motherhood Musing  Friend -  It’s your friendly neighborhood progressive mom here, back in the swing of things. With Halloween creeping around the corner, many of us are getting ready for some spooky fun—costumes, candy, haunted houses, and maybe even a good scare or two. But you know what’…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
October 23, 2024 at 8:33 PM

⏭️🆙👸🏾 Dr. Lashae Sharp-Collins, Leading with Compassion☺️

Friend -   Next up is Dr. Lashae Sharp-Collins!  Dr. Sharp-Collins is running for Assembly District 79, bringing her brilliance, compassion, and dedication to addressing the challenges facing Southeast San Diego. She’s ready to take bold steps to solve the community’s most pressing issues, from h…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
October 18, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Why Your Down-Ballot is What’s Up!

Another Motherhood Musing  Friend -  As a mom, I’m always thinking about the world my kids will grow up in. And as much as I focus on the big, sweeping issues, there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years: *local* politics are where the real change happens.   It’s not just about who’s in the White…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
October 16, 2024 at 8:11 PM

⏭️🆙 with Progressive leader Nikki Bas✨

Friend -   We’re excited to spotlight Nikki Bas in PowerPAC’s latest Next Up series. Bas is a true progressive running for Alameda County Supervisor, District 5. Watch our short interview, and you’ll have no doubt that her mission is to ensure that everyone in Alameda county has a place to call h…
  Dc Lozano, PowerPAC · [email protected]
October 14, 2024 at 7:45 PM

Our closets are different than theirs // 💙🆚🤬

A What The! Edition from Dc Lozano Friend - We came out of closets where we hid our love.  They came out of closets where they hid their hate. On hangers: hoods, patiently staring out at them, hooked through an eyehole, draped over their cross dresses. Next to their if god wanted us to cover our f…
  Dc Lozano, PowerPAC · [email protected]
October 14, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Our closets are different than theirs // 💙🆚🤬

A What The! Edition from Dc Lozano Friend - We came out of closets where we hid our love.  They came out of closets where they hid their hate. On hangers: hoods, patiently staring out at them, hooked through an eyehole, draped over their cross dresses. Next to their if god wanted us to cover our f…
  PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
October 10, 2024 at 10:25 PM

🖍️Help Us Keep Extremists Off Our School Boards😻

Extremist candidates want to ban books and silence students—help us stop them from taking control of our schools.   Friend -  Extremist School Board candidates, inspired by groups like the Proud Boys and Moms for Liberty, are running for school boards across San Bernardino County —and their agenda…
  PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
October 10, 2024 at 9:27 PM

🖍️Help Us Keep Extremists Off Our School Boards😻

Extremist candidates want to ban books and silence students—help us stop them from taking control of our schools.   Friend -  Extremist School Board candidates, inspired by groups like the Proud Boys and Moms for Liberty, are running for school boards across San Bernardino County —and their agenda…
  PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
October 10, 2024 at 9:12 PM

🖍️Help Us Keep Extremists Off Our School Boards😻

Extremist candidates want to ban books and silence students—help us stop them from taking control of our schools.   Friend -  Extremist School Board candidates, inspired by groups like the Proud Boys and Moms for Liberty, are running for school boards across San Bernardino County —and their agenda…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
September 26, 2024 at 10:03 PM

We Can’t Keep Turning a Blind Eye to School Shootings

Another Motherhood Musing  Friend -  It’s hard being a mom these days. I drop my kids off at school, kiss them goodbye, and every day I wonder if this is the day something awful might happen. It’s a nightmare that no parent should have to live through, yet here we are—school shootings have become s…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
September 12, 2024 at 9:33 PM

Why We *Really* Need Progressive Policies

Spoiler: It’s for All of Us  Friend -  It’s your friendly neighborhood progressive mom here, juggling work, kids, and the ever-daunting task of fighting for a better world. As I was cleaning yogurt off the ceiling (don’t ask), I had a thought: what kind of future am I really building for my kids? F…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
September 5, 2024 at 9:02 PM

Motherhood Musings is BACK!

On Maternity Leave, Insurance Nightmares, and the Struggle to Just Be  Friend -  It’s official—I’m back at work this week, 12 weeks after welcoming my third little one into the world. You’d think after doing this a few times, I’d be an old pro, but let me tell you, this maternity leave was an eye-o…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 5:47 PM

🥥 Let’s Make History with President Harris ✨

From the very beginning, PowerPAC has proudly stood with Kamala Harris Friend -   From the very beginning, PowerPAC has proudly stood with Kamala Harris as she embarked on her journey in public service. Our story has always been about fostering grassroots movements and uplifting candidates of color…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 4:47 PM

🥥 Let’s Make History with President Harris ✨

From the very beginning, PowerPAC has proudly stood with Kamala Harris Friend -   From the very beginning, PowerPAC has proudly stood with Kamala Harris as she embarked on her journey in public service. Our story has always been about fostering grassroots movements and uplifting candidates of color…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 3:48 PM

🥥 Let’s Make History with President Harris ✨

From the very beginning, PowerPAC has proudly stood with Kamala Harris Friend -   From the very beginning, PowerPAC has proudly stood with Kamala Harris as she embarked on her journey in public service. Our story has always been about fostering grassroots movements and uplifting candidates of color…
  Dc Lozano, PowerPAC · [email protected]
July 11, 2024 at 7:25 PM

🧢 my imaginary gift for lady liberty

Latest "What The… !?" from Dc Lozano Friend -  🇺🇸 This year, I imagined getting America a birthday present. If you know me, you’re like, What The!? … you? I know. It’s not something I’ve ever thought about. In fact, as a queer, half-brown person, I don’t generally pay attention to the supposed birt…
  Dc Lozano, PowerPAC · [email protected]
July 11, 2024 at 7:23 PM

🧢 my imaginary gift for lady liberty

Latest "What The… !?" from Dc Lozano Friend -  🇺🇸 This year, I imagined getting America a birthday present. If you know me, you’re like, What The!? … you? I know. It’s not something I’ve ever thought about. In fact, as a queer, half-brown person, I don’t generally pay attention to the supposed birt…
  Dc Lozano, PowerPAC · [email protected]
July 11, 2024 at 7:22 PM

🧢 my imaginary gift for lady liberty

Latest "What The… !?" from Dc Lozano Friend -  🇺🇸 This year, I imagined getting America a birthday present. If you know me, you’re like, What The!? … you? I know. It’s not something I’ve ever thought about. In fact, as a queer, half-brown person, I don’t generally pay attention to the supposed birt…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
June 10, 2024 at 7:02 PM

Subject: ⏭️🆙 Ted Chisholm is 🔥🙌🏼

We are in the heat of election season, and we at PowerPAC are dedicated to supporting candidates who are making a difference in their communities. Friend -   We are in the heat of election season, and we at PowerPAC are dedicated to supporting candidates who are making a difference in their communi…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
June 10, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Subject: ⏭️🆙 Ted Chisholm is 🔥🙌🏼

We are in the heat of election season, and we at PowerPAC are dedicated to supporting candidates who are making a difference in their communities. Friend -   We are in the heat of election season, and we at PowerPAC are dedicated to supporting candidates who are making a difference in their communi…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
June 10, 2024 at 6:02 PM

Subject: ⏭️🆙 Ted Chisholm is 🔥🙌🏼

We are in the heat of election season, and we at PowerPAC are dedicated to supporting candidates who are making a difference in their communities. Friend -   We are in the heat of election season, and we at PowerPAC are dedicated to supporting candidates who are making a difference in their communi…
  Team, PowerPAC · [email protected]
June 7, 2024 at 5:02 PM

🎓The grad speech America’s youth should have heard 👈🏼

Ladies, gentlemen, & those beyond the binary of the Class of 2024 ...   Friend -  Ladies, gentlemen, & those beyond the binary of the Class of 2024, I would like to start off by congratulating all of you for successfully making it to this achievement today, especially the women of color &…
  Team, PowerPAC · [email protected]
June 7, 2024 at 4:01 PM

🎓The grad speech America’s youth should have heard 👈🏼

Ladies, gentlemen, & those beyond the binary of the Class of 2024 ...   Friend -  Ladies, gentlemen, & those beyond the binary of the Class of 2024, I would like to start off by congratulating all of you for successfully making it to this achievement today, especially the women of color &…
  Team, PowerPAC · [email protected]
June 7, 2024 at 3:33 PM

🎓The grad speech America’s youth should have heard 👈🏼

Ladies, gentlemen, & those beyond the binary of the Class of 2024 ...   Friend -  Ladies, gentlemen, & those beyond the binary of the Class of 2024, I would like to start off by congratulating all of you for successfully making it to this achievement today, especially the women of color &…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
May 30, 2024 at 8:03 PM

Dreams for the Future

Thoughts from a Soon-to-be-Maternity-Leave Mom   Friend -  I hope this email finds you well and ready to dive into a bit of vision-casting for the future. It's Edil De Los Reyes here, your progressive mom of two (soon to be three!) little dragons, gearing up for maternity leave but with my mind raci…
  Dc Lozano, PowerPAC · [email protected]
May 28, 2024 at 9:02 PM

WE WON’T MISS OUR FIELD GOALS 👩🏾‍🎓👩‍🎓👩🏿‍🎓👩🏻‍🎓👩🏽‍🎓

Latest "What The… !?" from Dc Lozano Friend -  🙊I know, I know. I really, really do. If you don’t stare at a solar eclipse, you won’t go blind. But sometimes, the things that shouldn't get any of your attention are just too tempting to ignore. Determining whether saying something or saying nothing i…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
May 13, 2024 at 9:32 PM

Of Books, Bulldogs, and Batons

A Lesson in History Repeating Itself   Friend -  Hope this email finds you with your thinking cap on and your radar tuned to the events unfolding across college campuses. It's your friendly neighborhood progressive mom and amateur historian, here to chat about the recent antics that have me scratch…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
May 9, 2024 at 9:32 PM

Unraveling the MAGA Mystery

Socioeconomic Woes and the Rise of the Red Caps   Friend -  Hope this email finds you with a sense of curiosity and maybe a side of healthy skepticism as we delve into the wild world of MAGA and all its mysteries. It's Edil Mari De Los Reyes, your friendly neighborhood progressive mom and amateur de…
  Andy's Desk, PowerPAC · [email protected]
April 25, 2024 at 9:32 PM

Reminder: Join PowerPAC in Supporting Artists For Democracy 2024!

  Friend - Hope you saw my last email about some exciting news from a partner organization, People for the American Way (PFAW).  We are thrilled to announce their latest endeavor, Artists For Democracy 2024, carrying forward the legacy of the esteemed Norman Lear. PowerPAC is happy to support this …
  Andy's Desk, PowerPAC · [email protected]
April 23, 2024 at 10:31 PM

Join PowerPAC in Supporting Artists For Democracy 2024!

  Friend -  I'm writing to share some exciting news from a partner organization, People for the American Way (PFAW). We are thrilled to announce their latest endeavor, Artists For Democracy 2024, carrying forward the legacy of the esteemed Norman Lear. PowerPAC is happy to support this effort and a…
  Dc Lozano, PowerPAC · [email protected]
April 22, 2024 at 6:32 PM

🪫Welcome to the Find Out portion of FAFO⏱️

Our latest "What The… !?" from Dc Lozano Friend -  🚹 What The !? … The Arizona Supreme Court decided overnight to change their state name. Going forward (uhhh backward), the Grand Canyon State will legally change its name to the masculine form thereby making it known to the world that among the sagu…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
March 21, 2024 at 9:32 PM

The Great Dilemma

Two Old White Men and a Plea for More Diverse Presidential Picks   Friend -  It's your friendly neighborhood progressive mom and eternal optimist (well, most days). Hope you’re navigating the political circus with a healthy dose of sanity and maybe a secret stash of chocolate.   So, here we are, kne…
  Andy's Shorts, PowerPAC · [email protected]
March 7, 2024 at 6:02 PM

A Grand Hypocrisy!

 Friend -  So I am back and madder than ever. The hypocrisy of conservatives, including Trump, is mind boggling. Conservatives are promoting the isolationist idea that we have to protect our states here at home rather than democracy in the Ukraine. While Trump draws down income from over a dozen co…
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
March 2, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Meet Jennifer Esteen – Your Alameda County Supervisor Superhero! 🌟

Check out Jennifer's superhero origin story, and you'll find a fearless advocate, an experienced public servant, and someone who's not afraid to roll up her sleeves to get the job done.   Friend  -   Get ready to meet a game-changer who's ready to take Alameda County by storm – Jennifer Esteen! 🚀 We…
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
March 2, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Meet Jennifer Esteen – Your Alameda County Supervisor Superhero! 🌟

Check out Jennifer's superhero origin story, and you'll find a fearless advocate, an experienced public servant, and someone who's not afraid to roll up her sleeves to get the job done.   Friend  -   Get ready to meet a game-changer who's ready to take Alameda County by storm – Jennifer Esteen! 🚀 We…
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
March 2, 2024 at 4:15 PM

Meet Jennifer Esteen – Your Alameda County Supervisor Superhero! 🌟

Check out Jennifer's superhero origin story, and you'll find a fearless advocate, an experienced public servant, and someone who's not afraid to roll up her sleeves to get the job done.   Friend  -   Get ready to meet a game-changer who's ready to take Alameda County by storm – Jennifer Esteen! 🚀 We…
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
March 1, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Get Ready to Spark Change with Jackie Elward - PowerPAC's Endorsed Firecracker for CA Senate District 3! 🎉

If you haven't heard of Jackie, you're in for a treat. She's not just a candidate; she's a force of nature.   Friend  -   We hope this email finds you dancing to the beat of progress! 🚀 We're thrilled to share some exciting news that's bound to turn up the heat in California's Senate District 3 - Ja…
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
March 1, 2024 at 12:15 AM

Get Ready to Spark Change with Jackie Elward - PowerPAC's Endorsed Firecracker for CA Senate District 3! 🎉

If you haven't heard of Jackie, you're in for a treat. She's not just a candidate; she's a force of nature.   Friend  -   We hope this email finds you dancing to the beat of progress! 🚀 We're thrilled to share some exciting news that's bound to turn up the heat in California's Senate District 3 - Ja…
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
February 29, 2024 at 1:02 AM

Get Ready to Spark Change with Maliha Williamson - Your Education Superhero! 🚀

We're beyond excited to introduce Maliha as our endorsed candidate for the Riverside County Board of Education!   Friend  -   Big news is brewing in Riverside County, and it comes in the form of a dynamo who's ready to light up education – Maliha Williamson! 📚 We're beyond excited to introduce Mali…
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
February 29, 2024 at 12:45 AM

Get Ready to Spark Change with Maliha Williamson - Your Education Superhero! 🚀

We're beyond excited to introduce Maliha as our endorsed candidate for the Riverside County Board of Education!   Friend  -   Big news is brewing in Riverside County, and it comes in the form of a dynamo who's ready to light up education – Maliha Williamson! 📚 We're beyond excited to introduce Mali…
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
February 28, 2024 at 12:43 AM

Jirair Ratevosian: Our Endorsed Champion for CA's 30th Congressional District

Jirair Ratevosian stands out as a passionate advocate for the values that PowerPAC holds dear.   Friend  -   We hope this message finds you well. At PowerPAC, we are dedicated to supporting candidates who embody and champion progressive values that resonate with our community. Today, we are excited …
  The PowerPAC Team · [email protected]
February 28, 2024 at 12:38 AM

Jirair Ratevosian: Our Endorsed Champion for CA's 30th Congressional District

Jirair Ratevosian stands out as a passionate advocate for the values that PowerPAC holds dear.   Friend  -   We hope this message finds you well. At PowerPAC, we are dedicated to supporting candidates who embody and champion progressive values that resonate with our community. Today, we are excited …
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
February 27, 2024 at 1:25 AM

Subject: ⏭️🆙 50 years of Activism with Akili

Friend -   If you’re in California you know that the primary is just days away. At PowerPAC we have endorsed a handful of candidates in races across the state and country where we know we can be helpful. We also have a lot of friends and allies who are running in other races. WATCH AKILI'S INTERV…
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
February 27, 2024 at 1:17 AM

Subject: ⏭️🆙 50 years of Activism with Akili

Friend -   If you’re in California you know that the primary is just days away. At PowerPAC we have endorsed a handful of candidates in races across the state and country where we know we can be helpful. We also have a lot of friends and allies who are running in other races. WATCH AKILI'S INTERVIE…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
February 23, 2024 at 1:18 AM

🧭 Navigating the Absurd: The Alabama Supreme Court, Embryos, and the Battle for Reproductive Rights

It's your friendly neighborhood progressive mom ...  Friend - It's your friendly neighborhood progressive mom, Edil De Los Reyes, dropping in with a mix of concern and a dash of righteous indignation about the recent Alabama Supreme Court decision.  So, here's the scoop: they're treating embryos as …
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
February 16, 2024 at 12:32 AM

Parenting in the Circus of Contradictions: A Comedy of Teachable Moments

 Friend - Greetings from the frontline of parenting, where every day feels like navigating a maze with no exit and a sprinkle of banana peels for good measure. As a progressive mom trying to mold tiny humans into responsible citizens, I find myself caught in the epic struggle of teaching my kids to …
  Dc Lozano, PowerPAC · [email protected]
February 12, 2024 at 11:01 PM

What The... !? Women, What Are They Good For & other Sar-chasms

Friend -  👨🏼 We know MAGA (formally known as the GOP) is going to say all the hateful, bad, wrong-minded, super false, Q-anon-y things, & when progressives do it, it’s almost more upsetting. Whether asking for equal representation, a Barbie nomination sweep, loving Taylor Swift or wanting bodily…
  Edil Mari De Los Reyes, PowerPAC · [email protected]
January 23, 2024 at 9:31 PM

Chasing the American Dream: A Comedy of Errors or a Tragic Farce?

  Friend -  I hope this email finds you dodging political flyers and robo-calls with the agility of an Olympic gymnast in election season. As a progressive mom, I find myself musing on the apparent dissonance between the promises of the American Dream and the reality of our working-class escapade. …
  Team PowerPAC · [email protected]
January 16, 2024 at 9:51 PM

Cheers to a New Year and New Voices! 🎉

Friend -  Happy New Year! We hope your 2024 is off to an amazing start filled with joy, laughter, and, of course, a touch of rebellious spirit.  Speaking of which, we're thrilled to kick off the year with a bang! 🚀 Our latest Next Up! episode features none other than the powerhouse herself, Shaniqu…