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  Brandon Presley · [email protected]
November 4, 2023 at 2:21 PM

this race is winnable

Hi there, it’s been one heck of a ride, and I can hardly believe we're just days away from Election Day. Let me tell you where my race stands and how you can help power my campaign to the finish line. A recent poll shows my race VIRTUALLY TIED 45% to 46%. And the political experts a…
  LBR HQ · [email protected]
November 3, 2023 at 5:07 PM

RE: gun violence in Philadelphia

We’re counting on 16 folks from your area to add your name before 11:59 p.m. tonight to show your support for background checks. ADD MY NAME » Hello: there have already been 36 mass shootings in 2023 alone – most recently, in Lewiston, Maine. It’s heartbreaking to see o…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
November 2, 2023 at 3:58 PM

We fell short

  Listen, I know my team and I sent you quite a few emails this week, and we don’t mean to be pesky with our fundraising goals. But since I value running a grassroots campaign, we’re pulling back the curtain to be transparent with you: We fell short of our October fundraising goal.…
  Hakeem Jeffries · [email protected]
October 31, 2023 at 8:34 PM

My friend Lisa Blunt Rochester

Folks, it's House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. I'm reaching out to you about my good friend, Lisa Blunt Rochester. She's running for Senate in Delaware to fight for working families and protect our Senate Democratic Majority. I want to tell you a little bit more about why I kno…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 31, 2023 at 3:06 PM

Happy Halloween 🎃

Happy Halloween, friend! I hope everyone has the opportunity to go out and make some memories tonight – like this one from years past with my dog Roxy. But before the first trick-or-treater knocks on your front door, I have a quick favor to ask. My end-of-month deadline is at midnigh…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 31, 2023 at 12:05 AM

we did everything possible

we're pacing to come up short   Hey friend, can you spare a few minutes? There’s less than 48 hours until my end-of-month deadline, which means I have less than 48 hours to reach out to folks urging them to donate. I noticed you haven’t made a donation in October yet. I know your mo…
  LBR HQ · [email protected]
October 30, 2023 at 4:35 PM

Missing our goal simply isn’t an option

we're pacing to come up short   We’re falling $24,217 short of our end-of-month goal with just 48 hours before our critical deadline. That’s why Lisa is reaching out with an urgent message. We’re down to the wire, friend: Rush $25 or more before so we can help Lisa make history an…
  Office of Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 30, 2023 at 2:26 PM

October Grants Newsletter from Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester

Dear friend, As a member of Leader Hakeem Jeffries' Regional Leadership Council, I am helping lead the implementation and communication of the historic pieces of legislation passed last Congress. I want ensure that Delaware commu…
  Lisa · [email protected]
October 29, 2023 at 11:06 PM

We'll make this quick

  Team, I'll make this quick: our end-of-month goal is in less than 72 hours and we're still $21,409 short of our goal. I urgently need your support: can you rush a contribution of $25 to our Senate campaign? If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your dona…
  LBR (personal) · [email protected]
October 29, 2023 at 12:05 PM

Some thoughts over my morning tea ☕

I have 15 minutes of free time, friend. It may not sound like much, but gaps in my schedule are rare. So, as I’m sitting here drinking my tea, I’m reflecting on this historic campaign and my decision to run for the Senate. It wasn’t a decision I made lightly because when you’re a Bl…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 28, 2023 at 10:04 PM

an urgent request (please read)

we're pacing to come up short   Hey folks, I won't mince words here. I have an urgent request of you. My team set an ambitious, yet doable, goal to raise $100,000 by the end of the month. To stay on track, we have to raise $3,300 by midnight tonight. Now, I'm obviously not going t…
  Office of Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 28, 2023 at 4:16 PM

Let Me Be Blunt: Weekly Update from Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester

Dear friend, This week, our nation witnessed the deadliest act of gun violence this year in Lewistown, Maine. I’m praying for those who are responding to the crisis, those who were injured, and those who lost their lives to this …
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 28, 2023 at 3:22 PM

Thrasher’s french fries

Friend, the best part of being on the campaign trail (besides pit stops at Thrasher’s for french fries) is getting the chance to chat with folks across the state. Hearing Delawareans’ stories and their hopes for the future is what keeps me motivated. Whether we’ve had the chance to…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 8:34 PM

Three numbers to know

It’s Lisa Blunt Rochester with three critical numbers for you that will define our campaign. $205 million That's how much Mitch McConnell's super PAC spent last cycle alone to flip the Senate red. It's predicted they'll spend even more this election so we have to be prepared for an…
  Team LBR · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 2:10 PM

5 facts

  Listen, you may know a lot about Lisa – who is running to make history as the first woman and person of color to represent Delaware in the Senate. If that’s all you need to know, then please make a $5 grassroots donation towards our end-of-month goal. But today, we're sharing fi…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 12:35 AM

I’m asking you for $5, here’s why:

  Hey there, With just 5 days before our critical end-of-month fundraising deadline, I need to ask you to chip in $5 to keep Delaware and the Senate blue.   DONATE $5 » OTHER AMOUNT » Yes, I know that this sounds like a fundraising gimmick, but the rea…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 26, 2023 at 7:35 PM

I'll never forget this night

Friend, I was just going through some files in my campaign office the other day, and look what I found! Seeing this photograph from election night reminded me of just how far this team has come. This was one of the most amazing nights of my life being surrounded by friends, family,…
  Team LBR · [email protected]
October 25, 2023 at 10:39 PM

Meet Republicans’ new Speaker of the House

  This just in, friend: Representative Mike Johnson of Louisiana is officially the Speaker of the House. After 22 days, four different nominations, and numerous failed votes, House Republicans have chosen an NRA member, anti-abortion extremist, anti-LGBTQ+ bigot, and election deni…
  Lisa (personal) · [email protected]
October 25, 2023 at 1:48 PM

I'm not everyone's cup of tea

I know I’m not everyone’s cup of tea, friend. That’s a hard lesson you learn very early on as a Black woman in politics. I know I’m not going to win every single vote when I’m on the ballot – and that’s okay. So even if I’m not everyone’s cup of tea, I’ll represent all of my constitu…
  James Carville (via Team LBR) · [email protected]
October 24, 2023 at 11:34 PM

Excuse my language

James Carville here, folks, and I’m personally reaching out tonight because I’M F&$%ING TERRIFIED. I need to ask you to split an urgent donation to Jon Tester’s and Lisa Blunt Rochester's campaign NOW and stop that no-good Mitch McConnell from buying Montana’s Senate seat. Mitc…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 24, 2023 at 6:13 PM

Asking for $5

  Team – Today, I’m asking you for just $5, and no that’s not a typo. I’m asking for $5 for five of the most competitive Senate seats up for election next year: Montana, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Plus, if you want to chip in a few extra bucks we can keep Delaware b…
  Nick F. · [email protected]
October 23, 2023 at 3:57 PM

Fwd: Accepted: Online Fundraising Update @ Monday, October 23rd, 2023 5pm-6pm (EST)

Friend, it's Nick – Lisa's Finance Director. I'm forwarding you this calendar event because, in a few hours, I'm meeting with Lisa to give her an update on progress toward our October fundraising goal. Compared to this time last month, donations have slowed and we are not where we ne…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 22, 2023 at 6:07 PM

Knocking doors

It’s hard to believe it’s already October, friend. The leaves are changing, the air is crisp, and folks are beginning to tune in to next year’s election. The fall is my favorite time of year for connecting with Delawareans across the state. Whether it’s going door to door or the supe…
  Office of Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 21, 2023 at 4:21 PM

Let Me Be Blunt: Weekly Update from Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester

Dear friend, I want to start by addressing the ongoing war in the Middle East. Thank you to all of you who have called, emailed, and written into my office to express your views.    This week, President Biden traveled to Israel t…
  LBR HQ · [email protected]
October 21, 2023 at 3:06 PM

Brutal honesty

  This isn’t the news we wanted to share, friend, but we still need to raise $6,000 by midnight towards our Emergency Fundraising Drive. Another GOP candidate just jumped into the race to defeat Lisa and turn the Senate red so now is NOT the time to be falling behind. We’re not thr…
  Team LBR · [email protected]
October 20, 2023 at 2:08 PM

Happy Birthday Madam Vice President

  Today is Vice President Kamala Harris’ birthday so we’re sending her well wishes from Team LBR! We want to celebrate all that she’s accomplished and show her just how thankful we are for her service to the American people. Will you add your name next to Lisa’s and wish Vice Presi…
  Team LBR · [email protected]
October 19, 2023 at 3:39 PM

BREAKING: Another GOP opponent has entered the race

  Breaking news, friend: Another GOP opponent just entered the race in Delaware to defeat Lisa and turn the Senate red. This means that Republicans are focused on Delaware and prepared to spend big money to make sure that they can win this seat. With Senate control on the line, we …
  Nick's iPhone · [email protected]
October 17, 2023 at 4:06 PM

FWD: Fundraising update (not good)

Hi there, this is Nick, the Finance Director on Team LBR. You don’t hear from me too much – but when you do, you know it’s for a good reason. After extending our mid-month deadline yesterday, we’re still pacing 23% behind our goal so we just called an all-hands-on-deck finance meeting to see how …
  Lisa (personal) · [email protected]
October 16, 2023 at 1:47 PM

I know these emails can get pesky at times

  Team – we know a lot of fundraising emails sound over the top. That’s why we’re not telling you “we’re crushed” or “devastated” that we fell short of our mid-month fundraising goal. Instead, we’ll tell you the honest truth, which is that if we don’t make up for lost ground fast,…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 15, 2023 at 6:20 PM

for the price of a pumpkin spice latte

Happy Sunday, team! There's nothing like weekends in the fall. We get to watch the leaves change, feel the crisp air – and if you're anything like me, there's definitely a football game or two involved: So listen, I know you might be in the middle of a game right now, but can you tak…
  Office of Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 14, 2023 at 7:21 PM

Let Me Be Blunt: Weekly Update from Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester

Dear friend, The horrific violence we’re watching unfold in Israel and Gaza is heartbreaking. I stand with Israel and its people, and my commitment to the safety and security of Israel remains unwavering. Our ultimate goal must b…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 14, 2023 at 3:05 PM

An important update for you

  Friend – with less than 48 hours before our critical mid-month fundraising deadline, we’re still short of our goal. Here’s why hitting our goal is so important: FIRST: I announced my historic candidacy to be Delaware's first woman and person of color in the Senate. I’m used to h…
  Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights · [email protected]
October 13, 2023 at 9:55 PM

We have a huge problem

Hey folks, we’re Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights, the organization fighting to protect and expand abortion access in Ohio. Team LBR asked us to reach out to you about our important election coming up next month because we have a huge problem. Here’s the problem: Anti-abortion …
  Sherrod Brown · [email protected]
October 11, 2023 at 9:53 PM

my story

Friend: Before I ask you to chip in $25 today, I want to make sure you know exactly who and what you're supporting. I grew up in Mansfield, Ohio, a community of ironworkers, carpenters, autoworkers, and electricians. My parents taught me to work hard, be kind, and serve my community…
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 10, 2023 at 11:14 PM

an urgent request

we're pacing to come up short   Hey folks, I won't mince words here. I have an urgent request of you. My team set an ambitious, yet doable, goal to raise $10,000 by 11:59 PM tonight. Right now, we're pacing to come up just $2,200 short. Now, I'm obviously not going to ask you to d…
  Office of Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
October 7, 2023 at 5:39 PM

Let Me Be Blunt: Weekly Update From Rep. Blunt Rochester - Special Edition

Dear Friend,    I want to start by acknowledging the horrifying and unprovoked terrorist attacks in Israel, carried out by Hamas. I'm praying for all of the victims, condemn the attacks in the strongest possible terms, and stand with the p…
  Team Lisa · [email protected]
October 5, 2023 at 9:15 PM

Will you endorse our campaign, team?

  Lisa Blunt Rochester for U.S. Senate 5,000 Personal Endorsements Needed by 11:59 PM: ADD MY NAME » Team, There’s been a massive show of support for Lisa since she launched her campaign a few months ago. Cory Booker, Elizabeth Warren, Raphael Warno…
  Team Lisa · [email protected]
October 3, 2023 at 11:28 PM

Lisa’s fighting for us, Republicans are just plain fighting.

  Folks, did you see what happened in the U.S. House today? Republicans’ infighting escalated to a motion to remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House – and it passed. From a bogus impeachment inquiry to a near government shutdown and meaningless messaging bills, it’s clear Rep…
  Lisa's iPhone · [email protected]
October 2, 2023 at 10:18 PM

thanks, team

I wanted to reach out and extend a massive thank you to you. Fundraising deadlines are always hectic and my team and I seem to work 24/7 when there’s a looming FEC report due. With your support, we crushed our whopping $100,000 goal. Whether you chipped in $5 or $50, every dollar is extremely v…
  Lisa's iPhone · [email protected]
October 1, 2023 at 1:04 AM

My last ask

Sorry to bother you this late on a Saturday, friend, but this is too urgent to wait. My Finance Director, Nick, just called to let me know that we’re on track to miss our end-of-quarter goal by $5,000. My team is working around the clock to reach this goal, but I’m personally asking for your he…
  Office of Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
September 30, 2023 at 7:54 PM

Let Me Be Blunt: Weekly Update from Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester, Government Shutdown Edition

Dear friend, I'm sorry for the delay in this week's newsletter - but I just walked off the floor of the House after voting to avert a shutdown in the form of a 45 day bipartisan funding agreement. The agreement ho…
  Lisa · [email protected]
September 30, 2023 at 4:04 PM

your EOQ donor record

  Hey friend, can you spare a few minutes? There’s less than 12 hours until my FEC deadline, which means I have less than 12 hours to reach out to folks urging them to donate. I noticed you haven’t made an end-of-quarter donation yet. I know your money is hard earned, and I give …
  Lisa Blunt Rochester, Cory Booker, Raphael Warnock, and you · [email protected]
September 29, 2023 at 10:04 PM

Adding you to the group chat

                          Brother Warnock! We made some history last Congress with your election. Cory Booker That’s right! In the long history of the Senate, there have only been 11 Black Senators and I was number 11. Raphael Warnock In fact, it was the first time i…
  Lisa · [email protected]
September 29, 2023 at 3:09 PM

Open for a picture of me skydiving

Pardon the puns, team, but our fundraising has taken a massive nosedive. If we don’t make up for lost ground fast, Republicans are going to come parachuting in to prop up my opponent. This can’t fly so I’m counting on you to have my back. Our end-of-quarter deadline is tomorrow, an…
  LBR (personal) · [email protected]
September 28, 2023 at 11:12 PM

There are no do-overs

  Friend, On Saturday, we’ll close the books on our end-of-quarter fundraising goal. Once midnight strikes on September 30, we have to publicly report our numbers to the Federal Election Commission. No ifs, ands, or buts. That’s important because everyone from Mitch McConnell to…
  Lisa · [email protected]
September 28, 2023 at 5:21 PM

we did everything possible

  Hey friend, can you spare a few minutes? There’s less than 48 hours until my FEC deadline, which means I have less than 48 hours to reach out to folks urging them to donate. I noticed you haven’t made an end-of-quarter donation yet. I know your money is hard earned, and I give …
  Lisa Blunt Rochester · [email protected]
September 27, 2023 at 10:07 PM

Three numbers that will define our race

It’s Lisa Blunt Rochester with three critical numbers for you that will define our campaign. $50 million That's how much Mitch McConnell-linked super PACs raised last month alone to flip the Senate red and put him back in charge. 0 That’s the number of Black women currently servi…
  Rep. Maxwell Frost · [email protected]
September 27, 2023 at 1:52 PM

massive win

THE WASHINGTON POST: “Biden to Create New Office of Gun Violence Prevention” Friend, this is a massive win for our youth-led movement to end gun violence across the country. Alongside young activists, organizers, and leaders like Lisa Blunt Rochester, I’m proud to have fought for th…
  Lisa's iPhone · [email protected]
September 26, 2023 at 11:06 PM

from my notes app to you

In 2022, Mitch McConnell's personally-aligned Super PAC spent a record-breaking $205 million on Senate Races. And that number is likely to increase in 2024! There are NO Black women in the Senate. Help us make history by sending Lisa Blunt Rochester to the Senate! Chip i…
  Roxy (the dog) · [email protected]
September 26, 2023 at 1:43 PM

Throw us a bone?

Woof-woof, I’m Roxy – Lisa’s pup and Director of Morale for the campaign. I have a very important pup-date on the campaign. Right now, they’re falling $10,589 short of their end-of-quarter goal. That means my mom has been spending more time out on the campaign trail than at home wi…