Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 5:39 PM

I’ll keep this quick --

      John, I know I’ve been emailing you a lot lately, so I’ll keep this quick: -- More than 50 Nebraska individuals and organizations just endorsed my campaign for Congress -- Nebraska’s biggest paper called my race "too close to call" -- House Democrats named my distr…

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  Lauren Micek Vargas · [email protected]

February 21, 2022 at 9:15 PM

My husband, Tony

I wanted to be the one to reach out this time.       John, I know you usually hear from my husband Tony. But today, I told him I would reach out instead.   I wanted to personally tell you why I’m so proud of my husband, why he deserves your support, and give you a peek i…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 19, 2022 at 5:18 PM

please, John

Let me share why your support is so critical       John, I’m asking you personally: Can I count on you to officially become a 2022 Founding Member before midnight by chipping in $10? I only need 25 more 2022 Founding Members from PA to help me prove that we have what it t…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 17, 2022 at 10:38 PM

I need your endorsement, John

My first 50 endorsements ...       John, I’ve just been endorsed by 50 individuals and organizations in my campaign for Congress! I’m so humbled to receive all of this support -- now I need to keep up this momentum and show everyone that I have what it takes to win this r…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 16, 2022 at 8:04 PM

We’re too close to fall short

My race is too tight to fall short of any fundraising goal.       John, I want to explain why your first donation will help me flip this seat for Democrats in this critical Election Year. But if you’re short on time, could you chip in your first $10 before midnight…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 15, 2022 at 8:07 PM

John, I’m a dad

Let me explain why I work so hard for families.       John, I’ll level with you: I’m about to tell you a little bit about my family. Then, I’m going to ask you for $10 before midnight. If you have a moment, will you let me explain what I’m fighting for and why your suppor…

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  Lauren Micek-Vargas · [email protected]

February 12, 2022 at 5:25 PM

My husband

I told him I'd be the one to ask this time.       John, I know it’s usually my husband Tony asking you for money. But today, I told Tony I’d be the one to ask, and explain what this campaign means to us.   So, yes -- I’m about to ask for $10 before midnight. Let me expl…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 11, 2022 at 7:25 PM

please, don’t skip this message

This is what I plan to do with your support       John, let me explain how your support will help in my fight to prioritize American families in Washington. I really don’t like asking hard-working people like you for money, but I’m going to need every dollar I can get if …

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 8, 2022 at 7:55 PM

this is personal

I want to tell you why your support means so much to me.       John: I’m about to get personal with you, tell you where I came from, and explain why every single donation I receive means so much to me. I would love if you’d read the whole thing. But if you’re short on tim…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 6, 2022 at 9:32 PM

We just saw the news --

Let me explain...       I need you to know 3 things: 1. The Omaha World Herald projected this race as "too close to call." 2. The Democratic Party projected that my district could flip from Republican to Democrat. 3. Republican special interests panicked – and rushed mone…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 4, 2022 at 10:26 PM

a must read:

Why we need more everyday people like me in Congress...       John, I need you to read this: FIRST: I became an Omaha Public Schools Board Member to strengthen our public schools -- because I wanted to give students opportunities I never had. THEN: I became a state legisl…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

February 2, 2022 at 8:50 PM

Let me prove it to you

      John, I owe you an explanation. I wanted to pull back the curtain today and dive deep into how important your support is and what we’re doing going forward. I want to prove to you I value your support as much as you do. But if you’re short on time, can you click …

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 31, 2022 at 8:05 PM

John, I understand

I know what it’s like...       John, I don't come from money. My parents taught me to work hard for every dollar you earn. They also taught me that there’s no shame in asking for help when you need it. So I’m reaching out to folks from Philadelphia to ask for your supp…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 30, 2022 at 9:16 PM

John, this is tough

It’s going to be a battle of inches       John, this is tough to write: I’m falling seriously short of my End-of-Month Goal. If I can’t raise $8,023 in 24 hours, I’ll have to make huge budget cuts to my campaign. Having to make cuts at this point in the race will be the …

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 29, 2022 at 5:06 PM

House Democrats just announced:

      John, House Democrats just added my district to their Watch List to flip in the 2022 midterms! I’m thrilled -- but I need to ramp up this campaign, and fast. I cannot let my Republican opponent outraise me when the race is this close and being watched nationwide. I…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 28, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Why I’m running:

This email is different, so please read.       John, I wanted to take the time to share with you why I’m running. I know you’re eager to start your weekend, but I hope you’ll take a few moments to read until the end. If you’re short on time, will you chip in $10 before yo…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 26, 2022 at 9:05 PM

News just broke:

My opponent Congressman Don Bacon just revealed...       I wanted to tell you, John: News just broke that my Republican opponent, Congressman Don Bacon, has amassed nearly $1 million to win this race. I don’t want us to enter this race already behind. That’s why I’m perso…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 24, 2022 at 7:15 PM

I’m appalled

Don Bacon keeps showing us that he’s out of touch with the real issues.       John, I’m appalled. My Republican opponent, Congressman Don Bacon, proves time and time again that he is out of touch with issues that everyday people truly care about. -- He voted AGAINST cutti…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 23, 2022 at 8:00 PM

please read, John

I’ll be honest …       John, let me make something clear: My Republican opponent Don Bacon already has a warchest of $977,000 built up. Republican special interests think they can just buy this seat – but I’m making it my mission to prove him and his special interest fri…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 21, 2022 at 4:45 PM

Please read, don’t delete

      John, this is a longer email. I’m about to explain what’s at stake in this critical race. I’d really appreciate it if you would read the whole thing -- but if you’re short on time, could you chip in $15 before you log off? I need 1,016 gifts before midnight to keep…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 20, 2022 at 5:01 PM

Asking for a personal endorsement, John

I just officially filed to run, so I’m sincerely asking...       I emailed you Sunday. I emailed you Tuesday. I have to email one last time today. That is how pivotal this moment is. I need 1,200 supporters to sign on before midnight to get my campaign off the ground. If…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 18, 2022 at 7:38 PM

Not asking for money:

I was just added to the NewDem Watch List...       John, I am thrilled to announce that I was just added to the NewDem Watch List as a candidate to look out for in 2022! NewDems advocate within the Democratic Party and in Congress for new approaches to move America forwar…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 16, 2022 at 9:00 PM

humbly asking

      I asked Wednesday. My wife Lauren asked Friday. And now I’m asking once more before my first deadline of 2022 in just 12 hours. I need just one more donor from 19125 to pitch in by midnight to reach my very first goal of 2022. This deadline is so critical. >>…

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  Lauren Micek Vargas · [email protected]

January 14, 2022 at 10:45 PM

truly;

      Usually you hear from my husband Tony – but today his hands are literally full. You’ll have to forgive me for asking, but will you pitch in $10 before Tony’s FIRST fundraising deadline of 2022 in just 48 hours? It’s a really important deadline, and your gift will m…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 12, 2022 at 11:28 PM

Omaha World Herald just announced:

This race is "too close to call"       Omaha World Herald Projection:  Tony’s election is "a squeaker... that’s too close to call" John, I’m personally asking you to become a 2022 Member of my campaign. I’m up against my first fundraising deadline in 96 hours. I cannot le…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 10, 2022 at 3:37 PM

I wish I had better news...

I hope you’ll understand why this request is so important       John, I wish I was coming to you with better news but: I missed my end of week fundraising goal yesterday. I’m 58 donations short of where I need to be right now. If I can close this gap by midnight, I’ll be …

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

January 8, 2022 at 6:02 PM

I'm asking for your endorsement, John

Will you add your name?       If 1,000 supporters sign on, I’ll show everyone that I have the momentum to win this important race for Democrats. But if I miss my goal, it’ll be that much harder to get my campaign off the ground. Can I count on your endorsement at this pi…

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  Tony Vargas (iPhone) · [email protected]

January 3, 2022 at 7:38 PM

John -- a few quick notes on 2021

A few reflections as we begin the new year.       Hey, John -- as we begin the new year, I wanted to take a moment and look back. (And this note will probably be a little longer than most, but it's been a big year!) First -- thank you for being with us on this …

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  Tony (personal) · [email protected]

December 31, 2021 at 8:01 PM

please understand, John

      John, I’m sure you’re busy trying to enjoy your New Year’s Eve, so I will make this short! I’m trailing *just* behind my End-of-Year goal. If I can get 1 more gift from 19125 before the clock strikes midnight, my team will get to go home early and enjoy their New…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 30, 2021 at 10:55 PM

John, this is tough

It’s going to be a battle of inches       John, this is tough to write: I’m falling seriously short of my End-of-Year Goal. If I can’t raise $15,053 in 24 hours, I’ll have to make huge budget cuts to my campaign. Having to make cuts at this point in the race will be the …

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 29, 2021 at 7:46 PM

please read, John

      John, let me make something clear: When I launched my campaign to challenge Republican Don Bacon, he already had a warchest of over $800,000 built up. It’s been obvious from day one that Republican special interests think they can buy his seat. And it’s been my mis…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 28, 2021 at 8:31 PM

an explanation:

      I’ll be blunt, John. I don’t come from money. (Not even close.) I am the son of immigrants. My parents worked multiple jobs just to make ends meet. So believe me when I say: I know what it’s like to struggle. That’s why this election is personal. I’m up against Don…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 27, 2021 at 10:03 PM

John, this is tough

It’s going to be a battle of inches       John, this is tough to write: I’m falling seriously short of my End-of-Year Goal. If I can’t raise $15,053 before my End-of-Year Deadline, I’ll have to make huge budget cuts to my campaign. Having to make cuts at this point in th…

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  Tony Vargas (Personal) · [email protected]

December 23, 2021 at 9:23 PM

Happy Holidays from my family to yours

Before signing off for the weekend, I wanted to make sure to send a note of thanks...       Friends -  Before signing off for a few days to enjoy the holidays with my family, I wanted to send a quick note of thanks. Your support means the world to me and I'm so…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 22, 2021 at 10:35 PM

Not asking for money

I need your input on this       John, I’m taking a quick break from my End-Of-Year fundraising push to make an equally important request: Will you take 30 seconds to complete my 2022 Strategy Survey? >> From Day 1, my campaign has been focused on one thing: Building…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 21, 2021 at 10:55 PM

This is quick --

This isn’t just any deadline.       John, I know my team and I have reached out to you a lot this week. So I promise to keep this one short: I am just inches away from my final 2021 fundraising deadline. But this isn’t just any deadline. My final numbers will be announced…

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  Tony, Lauren (2) · [email protected]

December 19, 2021 at 9:00 PM

We can’t settle for this

This request is different       John, I’m sure your inbox is full of end-of-year fundraising requests -- but this one is different. I’m not running for Congress out of personal ambition. I’m not running for Congress to play partisan political games. I’m not running for Co…

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  Bob Kerrey · [email protected]

December 17, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Let me explain --

John, I know a thing or two about tough races.       I’m proud to support Tony in his race for Congress. Will you join me in supporting him by chipping in $15 now? Chip in $15 >> John, electing a Democrat to represent Nebraskans living in the Second Con…

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  Meg Mandy · [email protected]

December 16, 2021 at 10:02 PM

As of 4pm

      John, we’re in a real time crunch, so I’ll cut right to it: As of 4pm, Tony’s behind on his final fundraising goal. As his campaign manager, it’s my job to get him over the finish line. He needs 39 more supporters to chip in before midnight, or his chances of flipp…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 13, 2021 at 10:45 PM

I wish I had better news...

I hope you’ll understand why this request is so important       John, I wish I was coming to you with better news but: I missed my fundraising goal yesterday. I’m 58 donations short of where I need to be right now. If I can close this gap by midnight, I’ll be on track to …

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  Tony Vargas for Congress HQ · [email protected]

December 12, 2021 at 8:24 PM

We'll keep this quick --

We hope you'll understand how important this is...         $15 $25 $50 $100 $250 OTHER Thanks so much, Team Tony            Tony Vargas is a State Senator, public school teacher, and Dad r…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 9, 2021 at 10:45 PM

I wish I didn't have to ask --

We have to at least try...       John, I wish I didn’t have to ask you for money. But I’m running for one of the most flippable seats in the country. Winning hinges on having the resources to reach as many voters as possible, and right now I’m trailing behind my Republica…

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  Lauren Micek Vargas · [email protected]

December 7, 2021 at 10:05 PM

My husband

I told him I'd be the one to ask this time.       John, I know it’s usually my husband Tony asking you for money. But today, I told Tony I’d be the one to ask, and explain what this campaign means to us.   So, yes -- I’m about to ask for $10 before midnight. Let me expl…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 3, 2021 at 9:01 PM

John, this is unacceptable.

This isn't the first time either...       John, this is unacceptable. Republican Don Bacon just voted to shut down the government. Our communities are struggling and Don Bacon is playing politics. We deserve better, but I need an overwhelming grassroots response to ramp u…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

December 2, 2021 at 11:03 PM

I need your endorsement, John

I’m sincerely asking: will you add your name?       If 1,000 supporters sign on, I’ll show everyone that I have the momentum to win this important race for Democrats. But if I miss my goal, it’ll be that much harder to get my campaign off the ground. Can I count on your …

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

November 30, 2021 at 11:17 PM

Just 1 supporter from 19125

I just checked in with my team...       John, I know me and my team have sent you a lot of emails this week. But I just checked in with them and I knew I had to reach out immediately. They told me I only need 1 more gift from 19125 to hit my End-of-Month Goal! I’m goin…

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  Tony Vargas · [email protected]

November 29, 2021 at 9:51 PM

John, this is tough

It’s going to be a battle of inches       John, this is tough to write: I’m falling seriously short of my End-of-Month Goal. If I can’t raise $10,053 in 24 hours, I’ll have to make huge budget cuts to my campaign. Having to make cuts at this point in the race will be the…

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  Lauren Micek Vargas · [email protected]

November 27, 2021 at 6:46 PM

My husband, Tony

      John, I promise I won’t keep you long. My husband, Tony, is $12,883 short of his important End-of-Month Goal, so I told him I’d lend him a hand. I’m sure you’d rather spend time with your loved ones than read through fundraising emails so, if you can spare a few b…

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  Tony Vargas for Congress HQ · [email protected]

November 26, 2021 at 9:05 PM

Need your eyes on this --

      $15 $25 $50 $100 $250 OTHER Thanks so much, Team Tony            Tony Vargas is a State Senator, public school teacher, and Dad running to represent Nebraska’s Second Congressional Dist…

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  Tony Vargas (Personal) · [email protected]

November 24, 2021 at 10:32 PM

a note of thanks before tomorrow

Before signing off for the weekend, I wanted to make sure to ...       Friends, As we're getting ready for time as a family this Thanksgiving, I couldn't let the holiday pass without a note of thanks for your support and encouragement. This year has been one f…

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