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  Ruth's List HQ · [email protected]
June 27, 2025 at 3:59 PM

The Supreme Court Just Took Away Critical Health Care Access

Here’s How We Fight Back.  Dear John,The Supreme Court just made it harder for millions of Americans to access essential health care. In a 6-3 decision, the Court ruled that states can block Medicaid funding from going to Planned Parenthood. This cuts off access to contraception, cancer screenings, …
  Ruth’s List HQ · [email protected]
June 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM

This is the Reality of Florida’s Abortion Ban

What Happened to Congresswoman Cammack Should Never Happen to Any Woman  Dear John, In May 2024, Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack went to the emergency room facing a life-threatening ectopic pregnancy. Doctors knew what needed to be done. She needed immediate medication to save her life. But they h…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
June 24, 2025 at 10:05 PM

3 Years Without Roe. It's Time to Fight Back.

Women Are Suffering. We’re Fighting Back.  Dear John, Three years ago today, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade - stripping away a fundamental right that generations of women fought to protect. Since then, women across the country, including here in Florida have paid the price. Doctors and nur…
  Ruth's List HQ · [email protected]
June 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM

Happy Juneteenth!

Honoring black women who continue to lead the way.  Dear John, On Juneteenth, while we celebrate the progress made in the fight for freedom, dignity, and justice for Black Americans since Emancipation Day- we also recognize that this fight is far from over.Here at Ruth’s List, we are proud to stand …
  Ruth's List HQ · [email protected]
June 18, 2025 at 1:16 PM

The Sunshine State is heating up 🔥🔥🔥

And so is our candidate recruitment season! BECOME A MEMBER HELP US REACH OUR GOAL   Paid for by Ruth's List Florida Incorporated. Contributions are not tax deductible.  P.O. Box 7368St Petersburg, FL 33734 If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from…
  Ruth's List HQ · [email protected]
June 12, 2025 at 1:21 PM

Happy Pride Month! 🌈

 Dear John, Our team at Ruth's List is PROUD to stand with the LGBTQ+ community in Florida and beyond. We are fighting for a future where queer people are not only free to be who they are and to love who they love, but are also well-represented and respected.  So let’s take this opportunity to cele…
  Ruth's List HQ · [email protected]
June 11, 2025 at 1:26 PM

We’re running out of time.

It’s now Day 100 of Florida’s Legislative Session.  John, It’s been over a month since Florida’s Legislative Session was supposed to end, and despite having an overwhelming majority in both the House and Senate, as of today Republicans have still failed to pass a state budget. Meanwhile, school dis…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
June 10, 2025 at 12:56 PM

SAVE-THE-DATE: We’re coming to Orlando!

Presenting She’s Ready to Run this September… Dear John, We are excited to announce a two-part weekend of action in the Orlando area this September! Our She’s Ready to Run weekend on September 5th and 6th will feature a welcome reception for supporters on Friday evening, followed by a full day of tr…
  Ruth's List HQ · [email protected]
May 28, 2025 at 1:09 PM

74 Reasons to Believe in the Power of Pro-Choice Women

 John,While extremists in Tallahassee pushed an agenda that threatens our freedoms, Ruth’s List endorsed women were hard at work — delivering real results for Florida families.This legislative session, our endorsed women passed 74 bills as sponsors or co-sponsors.That’s not just leadership — that’s…
  Jadyn Gonzales, Development Director at Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
May 27, 2025 at 12:59 PM

Closing out AAPI Heritage Month

And my first-ever message to Ruth’s List supporters!  Hi John,On behalf of our team at Ruth’s List, Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! My name is Jadyn, and I am a proud Filipina-American woman serving as the Development Director at Ruth’s List Florida. As a lifelong Floridia…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
May 21, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Introducing Haleigh

Meet our new Political Director!  Dear John,We have exciting news to share: this month, Haleigh Hutchison officially joined the Ruth’s List Florida team as statewide Political Director! CONGRATULATE HALEIGH Her experience in both policy and political work makes her an incredible asset as we expan…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
March 24, 2025 at 11:14 PM

TAKE ACTION: Help us stop a bad bill

 John, Tomorrow, SB 1288 will be read and discussed in committee for the first time this session. This bill, like many filed by the Republican majority in Tallahassee, will have dangerous and disastrous consequences if it passes into law– and that’s why we need your help. John, we just need one min…
  Ruth's List HQ · [email protected]
March 17, 2025 at 5:11 PM

Is it our lucky day?

Happy St. Patrick's Day from our team!  John, Did you know that in the United States, there are over 19,500 municipalities, or towns and cities? Of those tens of thousands of cities, only 27 lucky city councils have a female majority. Of those 27, there are only 5 even luckier all-female city counci…
  Ruth's List HQ · [email protected]
March 12, 2025 at 8:49 PM

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Bills we’re watching this Session  John, Florida’s 2025 Legislative Session is in full swing, and we want to share with you the bills that we are currently tracking in our State House and Senate. Check out below the good, bad, and ugly bills of this Session, and find out how you can take action!   T…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
March 12, 2025 at 3:58 PM

Our Women Won Last Night!

 Dear John, Please join me in congratulating Gulfport Councilmember-Elect Marlene Shaw and Boynton Beach Mayor-Elect Rebecca Shelton on their victories last night! Marlene’s win was a red-to-blue flip, as she defeated a Republican incumbent. Rebecca won with a resounding 56% of the vote, defeating …
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
March 8, 2025 at 1:03 PM

Happy International Women’s Day!

 Dear John,My team and I at Ruth’s List Florida wish you a meaningful day of celebration and resistance on this International Women’s Day.  SUPPORT OUR MISSION It is no exaggeration to say that women, specifically our rights and freedoms, are under attack. From our state government, to Washington …
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
March 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Spring into Action

Become a member today!  Hi John,It’s time to spring into action and become an official member of Ruth’s List Florida.  We’re offering a new 2025 Spring Membership Special: give $25 every month (or $300 once a year) and gain access to exclusive member benefits!  BECOME A MEMBER  Membership benefits…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
March 4, 2025 at 4:40 PM

Day 1

Standing with our pro-choice legislators  Dear John, Right now our endorsed, pro-choice women legislators that Ruth’s List helped to elect are in Tallahassee. The State House and Senate are convening for the 2025 Regular Legislative Session, and it’s important that our women know that we have their …
  Cassidy Whitaker, Political Director of Ruth’s List Florida · [email protected]
February 26, 2025 at 5:55 PM

Our first endorsements of 2025

Meet three local leaders on the ballot in March!  Dear John, The fight for our rights and for the future we deserve is a year-round endeavor, and women are on the front lines. I am excited to introduce you to three women who are on the ballot in their cities on March 11, 2025: Kerri-Ann Nesbeth, Ma…
  Senator Arthenia Joyner, Board Member, Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
February 24, 2025 at 1:47 PM

Our Past, Present, and Future

 Dear John, As we enter the last week of Black History Month, I’m reflecting on why we dedicate a month in our year to acknowledge, learn, and celebrate Black history. This month is not just about reckoning with our past, full of both injustice and perseverance, but reckoning with our present and f…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
February 11, 2025 at 9:58 PM

Beyond Abortion Bans

 Dear John,Ruth’s List focuses on a distinct mission: elect pro-choice women at the state and local level in Florida.  We know that with fair representation, we can restore our right to choose in Florida. Just months ago, 57% of Floridians voted to overturn our state’s extreme 6-week abortion ban. I…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
February 7, 2025 at 2:38 PM

Resources Matter

 Dear John, Elections have consequences. As our reproductive rights bear the brunt of these consequences, our ability to fight back often boils down to resources: information, funds, and helping hands.  If these resources didn’t matter, Republicans wouldn’t be working so hard to take them away. As s…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
January 16, 2025 at 6:55 PM

Local Leader Highlights: Sarasota County

 Dear John, We’re back with another Local Leader Highlight! This time, we’re featuring two Liz’s, Commissioner Liz Alpert and School Board Member Liz Barker, from Sarasota County. Even though Donald Trump won this county by 18-points, these two Democratic women survived the red wave and are leading …
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
January 10, 2025 at 6:39 PM

Local Leader Highlights: Orange County

 Dear John, While it’s easy to feel discouraged by the results of this year’s General Election nationally and statewide, our work here at Ruth’s List must continue. Florida women at the local and state level still managed to run strong, winning campaigns this year.   As we chart our path forward in …
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
January 6, 2025 at 4:59 PM

Taking on 2025

 Dear John,I hope that you have found rest and reflection over the holiday season, and are enjoying these first few days of the new year. Ruth’s List Florida is ready to take on 2025 and all that this year will bring. Our mission is to elect more pro-choice women leaders in a state where abortion is…
  Christina Diamond, CEO of Ruth's List Florida · [email protected]
December 3, 2024 at 3:36 PM

A special #GivingTuesday gift for John

Sign-up to give monthly and get a free gift!  Dear John, It’s Giving Tuesday, and we have a special offer for friends of Ruth’s List Florida like yourself. Supporters who donate to our mission on a recurring monthly basis will receive a FREE logo decal from our team. It’s just a small token of our a…