Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

March 13, 2022 at 5:42 PM

I’m Ready to do the Work

I’m ready to work every day for the people of Nebraska’s Second Congressional District.   John, As you may know, I grew up right here in Omaha. Here’s a picture of me as a little girl who had no idea she would be running for Congress one day: I’m not a career politician…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

March 11, 2022 at 10:55 PM

The Folks on Our Team:

I depend on grassroots supporters like you to ensure we can flip this seat blue and bring Nebraskans the representation we deserve.   John, When I decided to run for Congress to represent my home district here in Omaha, I knew it wouldn’t be easy. Running a successful campaign …

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  Shelton HQ · [email protected]

March 10, 2022 at 11:24 PM

What Don Bacon Votes For →

Don Bacon doesn't vote for Nebraska.   CONTRIBUTE $50 CONTRIBUTE $25 CONTRIBUTE $15 CONTRIBUTE $5 OTHER AMOUNT     PAID FOR BY SHELTON FOR CONGRESS Alisha Shelton for CongressPO B…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

March 8, 2022 at 11:14 PM

Happy Women’s History Month!

I am dedicated to uplifting the voices of women in my community and across the nation.   John, This month is Women’s History Month, an opportunity to reflect on the contributions of women to our society throughout history and today. I am dedicated to uplifting the voices of wo…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

March 7, 2022 at 2:45 PM

Black Women are Making History

Women like Ketanji Brown Jackson and me are forging new paths for the next generation of Black women.   John, Ketanji Brown Jackson made history last month as the first Black woman ever nominated to the United States Supreme Court. I know what it’s like to be the first Black w…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

March 2, 2022 at 11:03 PM

Quickly Checking In

We need the resources to reach every last voter.   CONTRIBUTE $50 CONTRIBUTE $25 CONTRIBUTE $15 CONTRIBUTE $5 OTHER AMOUNT     PAID FOR BY SHELTON FOR CONGRESS Alisha Shelton for CongressPO…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

March 1, 2022 at 12:35 AM

One Last Time:

Anything that you can spare will go a long way towards ensuring we have the resources to run a successful campaign.   Hi John, I know you’ve heard from me a lot lately, so I’ll keep this quick: I’m hoping you can chip in to my campaign before our fundraising deadline tonight. Here’s a lin…

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  Brian Gregory, Shelton HQ · [email protected]

February 28, 2022 at 3:07 PM

Why Your Support Matters

We have a critical fundraising deadline tonight.   John — This is Brian from Alisha Shelton’s campaign. We have a critical fundraising deadline tonight and I wanted to explain why your contributions mean so much to all of us here on Team Shelton. When you chip in any amount tod…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 27, 2022 at 7:40 PM

No Doubt About It

This seat is flippable — and I am the candidate who will flip it.   John, I’ll explain why in a moment, but first, can you rush $5 to my campaign before tomorrow’s crucial fundraising deadline? CHIP IN There’s no doubt about it: this district is special. As one …

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  Laphonza Butler · [email protected]

February 27, 2022 at 12:36 AM

A Quick Message About Alisha Shelton

I’m thrilled to be reaching out today on behalf of Alisha Shelton, who is running to be the first woman to ever represent her district in Congress and the first-ever Black Congresswoman from Nebraska.     John, I’m Laphonza Butler, the president of EMILY’s List — an organization…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 9:03 PM

Omaha Through and Through

I’m not a career politician; I’m an everyday person.   John, You’ve probably heard that I grew up right here in Omaha. Here’s a picture of me and my siblings, who are some of my biggest supporters to this day: SUPPORT ALISHA I’m not a career politician; I’m a…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 24, 2022 at 12:38 AM

My Promise to You:

This is one of the most flippable House districts in the country.   John, Nebraska is a special place. I’ve known since I was young — but it seems like other folks are finally starting to realize it, too. It’s not just because of our music, our food, our zoo with an aquarium,…

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  Charlie and Snoopy Shelton · [email protected]

February 20, 2022 at 3:19 PM

Woof! 🐾

We can’t vote in human elections, but we want to support our mom!   John — Hi! We’re Charlie and Snoopy Shelton, and our mom Alisha is running for Congress. We know it would make her so happy — maybe even extra treats and playtime happy! — if you could chip in to her campaign t…

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  Brian Gregory, Shelton HQ · [email protected]

February 18, 2022 at 11:26 PM

We Rely on Grassroots Support

I'm inspired by how many supporters have Alisha’s back.   John — This is Brian from Alisha Shelton’s campaign. I was just looking through our donor records and I was inspired by how many grassroots supporters have Alisha’s back. Take a look at some of our latest contributions: …

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  Shelton HQ · [email protected]

February 17, 2022 at 6:32 PM

BIG NEWS:

Alisha was just endorsed by the Congressional Black Caucus PAC.   Big news, John: Alisha was just endorsed by the Congressional Black Caucus PAC. CONTRIBUTE The Congressional Black Caucus PAC works to increase the number of Black members of Congress, and we ar…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 16, 2022 at 11:19 PM

Monday, March 6, 2017

I got their message loud and clear.   John, I’m going to tell you about the day I knew I had to get involved in politics. But first, I’m hoping you can chip in to my campaign before the week wraps up. CHIP IN Back in 2017, I attended an event called Delta Days a…

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  Angela Foxworth-Everett · [email protected]

February 16, 2022 at 1:04 AM

Update for Team Shelton

Right now, we are halfway to the first FEC filing deadline of the year.   John, This is Angela Foxworth-Everett. As Alisha’s finance director, it’s my job to ensure she has the funds to run a successful campaign. Every dollar we raise from dedicated supporters like you goes str…

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  Vince Shelton · [email protected]

February 14, 2022 at 11:44 PM

My Valentine

I know Alisha will be the Representative that Nebraska deserves.   Hi John, I’m Vince Shelton. If you have a minute, I’d love to tell you about my valentine: my wife, Alisha. Alisha is running to represent our community in Congress, and I couldn’t be more proud of her. …

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 11, 2022 at 11:24 PM

We’re Making History

This is a rarity in American politics.   John, As we move through Black History Month, I am reflecting on how I can support my community. As a Black woman running for Congress, I take very seriously my responsibility to honor those who have come before me and continue to lift u…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 11, 2022 at 12:16 AM

Yep, That’s Me →

Here’s a picture of me as a little girl who had no idea she would be running for Congress one day.   John, As you may know, I grew up right here in Omaha. Here’s a picture of me as a little girl who had no idea she would be running for Congress one day: I’m not a career …

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  Team Shelton · [email protected]

February 9, 2022 at 11:28 PM

Here’s What You Need to Know:

Alisha is the only candidate in this race who was raised in the district.   CONTRIBUTE $50 CONTRIBUTE $25 CONTRIBUTE $15 CONTRIBUTE $5 OTHER AMOUNT     PAID FOR BY SHELTON FOR CONG…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 6, 2022 at 2:18 PM

Nebraska Needs an Advocate

I approach each session with an open mind and a willingness to listen   John, I am proud to be a healthcare provider. In my work as a mental health therapist, I approach each session with an open mind and a willingness to listen — and that’s exactly what I’ll bring to serving N…

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  Naeemah Goldson · [email protected]

February 4, 2022 at 10:44 PM

My Sister Alisha

My older sister Alisha is running for Congress in our home district in Nebraska.   Hi John, My name is Naeemah Goldson. My older sister Alisha is running for Congress in our home district in Nebraska, and she wanted me to reach out to see if you can chip in to support her campa…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 3, 2022 at 11:38 PM

Reflections on Black History Month

I honor those who have come before me and continue to lift up the next generation of Black leaders.   John, This month is Black History Month, an opportunity to honor the achievements of Black Americans. Being Black is a core element of my identity. I am a proud graduate of an…

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  Shelton HQ · [email protected]

February 2, 2022 at 11:36 PM

Two for Two

Today is 2/2/22 and we’re in the 2nd congressional district here in Omaha.   John, This will take just 2 minutes of your time: Today is 2/2/22 and we’re in the 2nd Congressional District here in Omaha, so we thought this would be a great time to ask if you can spare $2 to suppo…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

February 1, 2022 at 1:27 AM

Things Are Heating Up

I’m running for Congress because I believe that our district deserves better than Don Bacon.   John, We only have a few hours until our campaign’s first fundraising deadline of the election year, and I wanted to check in with you before we get there to see if you can chip in $…

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  Brian Gregory · [email protected]

January 31, 2022 at 2:33 PM

Troubling News:

Alisha doesn’t have a network of millionaire pals and corporate PACs.   URGENT: DON BACON ENTERING 2022 WITH NEARLY ONE MILLION DOLLARS ON HAND CATCH UP John — This is Alisha’s campaign manager, Brian. I was planning on emailing you about tonight…

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  Shelton HQ · [email protected]

January 30, 2022 at 2:28 PM

100 Days

We have 100 days left to reach every voter and prove that Alisha is the best candidate to flip this district blue.   DAYS TO FIRST ELECTION: 100 CHIP IN John — Today marks 100 days until our first election. We have 100 days left to reach every vo…

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  Angela Foxworth-Everett · [email protected]

January 28, 2022 at 11:24 PM

A Note from Kamala’s Sorority Sister

I’m so excited to be working to elect Alisha to Congress.   John, I know we’re all eager to log off for the weekend, but I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself. My name is Angela Foxworth-Everett and I am so proud to join Team Shelton as Finance Director. Being new to th…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 27, 2022 at 11:38 PM

Why Nebraska is Special

This is one of the most flippable House districts in the country.   John, Nebraska is a special place. I’ve known since I was young — but it seems like other folks are finally starting to realize it, too. It’s not just because of our music, our food, our zoo with an aquarium,…

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  Shelton HQ · [email protected]

January 27, 2022 at 12:12 AM

Five Days, Five Reasons:

We wanted to give you five reasons why we’re on Team Shelton.   John — We have just five days until our first fundraising deadline of 2022, so we wanted to give you five reasons why we’re on Team Shelton: Alisha was raised right here in the district, so she knows what our com…

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  Beverly Chatmon · [email protected]

January 23, 2022 at 4:35 PM

A Note About My Daughter

Her whole life, Alisha has wanted to help people and has been determined to fight for what is right.   Hi there John, I’m Beverly Chatmon, a registered nurse, proud union member of Local 251, and a longtime Omaha resident. I’m writing today to tell you about my daughter Alisha,…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 21, 2022 at 11:11 PM

Can I Tell You a Story?

I want to tell you a story about the first protest I ever led.   Hi John, You may have heard me say before that, for most of my life, I never thought I would get involved in politics. But I have always been committed to fighting for what is right, and I want to tell you a story…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 20, 2022 at 11:35 PM

I’m Ready to Listen

A crucial part of being a mental health therapist is advocating for folks in need.   John, During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become more apparent than ever how much we rely on healthcare providers. Our medical professionals have saved countless lives during these unpreceden…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 20, 2022 at 12:17 AM

News From My Opponent:

He is officially seeking re-election in Nebraska’s Second Congressional District.   BREAKING: Rep. Don Bacon Seeking Re-election in NE-02 SUPPORT ALISHA Did you see the news, John? My Representative, Don Bacon, announced that he is officially see…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 17, 2022 at 2:34 PM

Celebrating Dr. King’s Legacy

As an American and a Black woman, I am grateful every day for Dr. King’s work and legacy.   John, Today we celebrate the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As someone committed to fighting for justice and equity for all people, especially Black Americans, I have…

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  Brian Gregory · [email protected]

January 15, 2022 at 2:17 PM

This Will Be Quick

Tonight we will be halfway through January, but right now we’re not on track to hit our fundraising goal for the month.   Hi there John, This is Brian, Alisha’s campaign manager. We try not to bother you on the weekend, but I had to make an exception for today because we have an…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 15, 2022 at 12:15 AM

It’s Official!

I just officially filed as a candidate to represent Nebraska’s Second Congressional District.   I have exciting news, John: I just officially filed as a candidate to represent Nebraska’s Second Congressional District. SUPPORT ALISHA As a little girl growing up…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 13, 2022 at 11:31 PM

What it Means to be a Delta

One of the main values and pillars of Delta is a commitment to public service.   John, Today is a very special day: it is Founders Day for my sorority, Delta Sigma Theta. Delta is a historically Black, service-focused sorority through which I have learned so much and gained so …

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 12, 2022 at 11:20 PM

The Most Critical Issue

Voting rights are a top concern for Nebraskans.   ADD YOUR NAME: PROTECT AND EXPAND VOTING RIGHTS SIGN NOW John — When I talk to folks here in the Second Congressional District and all across Nebraska, I hear over and over again that voting right…

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  Shelton HQ · [email protected]

January 10, 2022 at 11:32 PM

Why We Love Our Jobs

There are so many reasons we’re proud to be on Team Shelton.   Hi John, We’re about to explain to you why we’re so excited to work every day to elect Alisha Shelton as Nebraska’s first Black Congresswoman — but first, can you join us with $5 or more? I'LL GIVE $5 …

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 7, 2022 at 10:46 PM

Since Last Year....

I hear overwhelmingly from folks here in the district that voting rights are a top priority for them.   John, One year ago this week, our nation watched in horror as violent insurrectionists stormed the U.S. Capitol as part of a protest against what they considered to be a stolen election…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 5, 2022 at 11:37 PM

The Issues I Face Every Day:

I am intimately familiar with the frustrations families and workers here in Nebraska and across the country face.   John, I never thought I would get involved in politics — and even in 2017, when I realized I would have to forge my own path in politics to get the results my com…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

January 3, 2022 at 10:57 PM

Thank You, John

This campaign is powered by folks like you.   I’m writing today to say thank you, John. With the support of grassroots donors like you, we were able to surpass our quarterly fundraising goal and will be able to report robust fundraising numbers to the FEC for the final quarter …

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  Alisha Shelton (personal) · [email protected]

January 1, 2022 at 12:22 AM

Quick Note (Read Before Midnight)

I wouldn’t ask if it weren’t important.   Hi John, I know you’ve heard from me a lot this week, so I’ll keep this quick: I’m asking one last time if you can chip in to my campaign before our FEC filing deadline tonight. Here’s a secure link to contribute now: alishashelton.com/EOQgoal I…

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  Team Shelton · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 2:34 PM

What We Still Need

Will you be one of 500 supporters to chip in $5?   CATCH UP John, We wanted to check in ahead of tonight’s major FEC filing deadline. We’re so close to hitting our quarterly fundraising goal — in fact, if just 500 people each chip in $5, we will surpass our goal!…

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  Laphonza Butler, · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 2:32 AM

A Note About Alisha Shelton

I’m thrilled to be reaching out today on behalf of Alisha Shelton.   John, I’m Laphonza Butler, the president of EMILY’s List — an organization dedicated to helping elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot. I’m thrilled to be reaching out today on behalf of Alisha Shel…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 11:36 PM

Our Average Contribution:

With you by my side, I know we can flip this district.   MATCH IT John, I’ve worked a lot of jobs in my life. I’ve been a corn detasseler, a Kellogg’s factory worker, and most recently, a mental health counselor here in Omaha. But now I’m ready…

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  Alisha Shelton · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 3:18 PM

Make A Real Difference:

If every person reading this email gave just $1 today...   Hi John, I know we’re all busy this time of year, so I’ll keep this quick: with just one day until our final FEC quarterly filing deadline of 2021, can you chip in $1 to my campaign right away? CHIP IN $1 …

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  Laphonza Butler, · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 1:27 AM

Quick Note About Alisha Shelton

Alisha and I have a lot in common.   John, I’m Laphonza Butler, the president of EMILY’s List — an organization dedicated to helping elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot. I’m thrilled to be reaching out today on behalf of Alisha Shelton, who is running to be the fi…

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