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  DerekSGreen.com · [email protected]
June 30, 2022 at 3:45 PM

We have the resources to enact long-awaited change

Derek Green Tonight, Councilmember Derek Green will face his most critical quarterly fundraising deadline of 2022. Meeting this quarterly goal is especially important for Derek because the fight for state budget allocations to our city is urgent. Right now, there’s over $11 billion dollars t…
  DerekSGreen.com · [email protected]
June 29, 2022 at 11:31 PM

John, can we ask you to step up?

Derek Green Supporter: [email protected] Status: INACTIVE Suggested donation amount: $5 Deadline: TOMORROW AT MIDNIGHT DONATE   Tomorrow, the 2023 budget will go into effect. Thanks to Derek’s tireless work, wage and property taxes will be decreasing for residents to help cope with in…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
June 29, 2022 at 12:16 AM

Our children deserve violence-free communities

Derek Green   John, Philadelphia is experiencing a gun violence crisis, and we can no longer wait to enact legislation that will make our city safer for our children. This is why I have offered legislation that would require the reporting of body armor sales by both the vendor and the buyer…
  Councilmember Derek Green · [email protected]
June 25, 2022 at 6:16 PM

Your support right now is crucial

Derek Green   I believe in creating a Philadelphia that works for all of us — that means standing side-by-side with leaders fighting to deliver progress for our city and our state. Josh Shapiro is a dedicated public servant with a proven track record of doing just that. Josh is running for …
  Team Green · [email protected]
June 24, 2022 at 12:03 AM

Working to empower hard-working families and small businesses

Derek Green   John, Councilmember Green has long championed transformative solutions that work for everyone across Philadelphia. This is why, today, we are proud to announce that the City Council has voted unanimously to enact Derek’s FY2023 budget proposal. Residents of Philadelphia have…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
June 19, 2022 at 12:30 PM

What being a dad has taught me

Derek Green   John, Happy Father’s Day! As I watched my son graduate from high school this year, I looked on with pride thinking about all of the ways he has made me a better leader and more compassionate human. My son inspires me to always do better… Today, I am reminded of the work that…
  Councilmember Derek Green · [email protected]
June 18, 2022 at 2:04 PM

Delivering results

Derek Green   John, I ran for City Council because I felt our elected leaders were not making the most of the resources available to them. Driven by my passion for change, I have never missed an opportunity to take bold action to change the lives of Philadelphia residents since taking offic…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
June 17, 2022 at 10:31 PM

Increasing voter turnout in our city

Derek Green   John – I am so pleased to announce that my Civics Agenda package has made significant progress in the Philadelphia City Council. The passage of these bills is crucial in ensuring every resident of our city can access the ballots in this year’s midterm elections. Democrats natio…
  Team Green · [email protected]
June 16, 2022 at 8:11 PM

Addressing the urgent issues that affect you

Derek Green   John – Councilmember Green is working around the clock to introduce and pass legislation to tackle Philadelphia’s public safety crisis and the crumbling infrastructure of our public schools. Derek’s plans to address the policing shortage by waiving the residency requirement, b…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
June 10, 2022 at 10:12 PM

My most important title

Derek Green   John, this week is Phildephia’s tenth-annual Disability Pride Week, and I want to share with you what Disability Pride means to me. Too often when we think about diversity, we don’t think about the full range of diversity, which includes physical and learning differences. Disa…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
June 8, 2022 at 10:22 PM

Prioritizing your voice

Derek Green   John, as the City of Philadelphia faces unprecedented challenges, I am committed to advancing a bold vision for progress. That starts with ensuring every single Philadelphian’s voice is heard and valued. The Philadelphia City Council’s spring session will conclude on June 23rd…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
June 1, 2022 at 12:46 AM

Just around the corner...

Derek Green   John, My team’s fundraising deadline is at midnight tonight, so I wanted to reach out personally one last time and share my vision for progress with you. I’m determined to renew faith in our city’s government by working towards bold, long-term solutions which position Philade…
  Councilmember Derek Green · [email protected]
May 31, 2022 at 7:41 PM

Working together on bold solutions

Derek Green   John, I have always believed in uplifting the voices of every single Philadelphian to work towards effective, long-term solutions that better our city. That takes bold, proven leadership — and that’s why I’m proud to work alongside dedicated public servants like John Fetterman…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 31, 2022 at 3:45 PM

Final Reminder: Please join us for a fundraiser on June 1st!

Derek Green   Dear John, Please join me on Wednesday, June 1st from 5:30 to 7:00 PM for a cocktail reception in support of my campaign at Spice Finch (220 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103). RSVP Your support now is crucial in helping me to build on the work we've done together to build an …
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 30, 2022 at 2:00 PM

In honor of Memorial Day

Derek Green   Hi John, This Memorial Day, please join me in honoring all of the brave American men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Today is a somber day of reflection, but I hope that you find time to relax and hold your loved ones close. This has …
  Team Green · [email protected]
May 29, 2022 at 6:05 PM

Your support is critical in building a Philadelphia that works for all of us

Derek Green   John, Philadelphia is facing unprecedented challenges, and Councilmember Green has a bold, effective vision for progress. As you know, our city continues to face a public safety crisis, and the infrastructure of our public schools are in need of repair. The Mayor recently ado…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 28, 2022 at 9:08 PM

Strong voter turnout is critical for our democracy

Derek Green   John, voting is the cornerstone of our democracy. Uplifting diverse voices and perspectives to shape the policies which define our future make us stronger, and moves us forward. However, in last week’s primary election, voter turnout across Philadelphia was only 23.14%. That …
  Sam Bolno · [email protected]
May 26, 2022 at 3:15 PM

Another reminder: Please join us for a fundraiser on June 1st!

Derek Green   Dear John, Please join me on Wednesday, June 1st from 5:30 to 7:00 PM for a cocktail reception in support of Derek Green's campaign at Spice Finch (220 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103). RSVP To RSVP, please click here or contact me at (215) 251-0585 or reply to this email. …
  Derek Green (personal) · [email protected]
May 20, 2022 at 6:31 PM

Your help is needed

Derek Green   John, I wanted to reach out to you personally. As we head into the summer months, I will be traveling all across our great city, connecting with voters and gathering support for the vision I have for Philadelphia. As the pandemic’s end draws closer, I want to be sure that Phil…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 19, 2022 at 9:45 PM

Reminder: Please join me for a fundraiser on June 1st!

Derek Green   Dear John, Please join me on Wednesday, June 1st from 5:30 to 7:00 PM for a cocktail reception in support of my campaign at Spice Finch (220 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103). RSVP Your support now is crucial in helping me to build on the work we've done together to build an …
  Councilmember Derek Green · [email protected]
May 19, 2022 at 6:18 PM

Using our funding wisely

Derek Green   John, I’m determined to not only help Philadelphia build back from the unprecedented events of the past several years, but build back better. Our city received generous and significant funding from the federal government through the passage of the American Rescue Plan, and it…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 18, 2022 at 7:16 PM

Renewing faith in our city’s future

Derek Green     Hi John, president Biden recently expressed his support for cities across the country to use pandemic-related relief funds on enhancing public safety, and here in Philadelphia, this is no greater issue than our public safety. As you may or may not know, the City of Philadel…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 14, 2022 at 1:40 PM

Before primary day...

Derek Green   John, the Pennsylvania Primary election is on Tuesday, and it is imperative that every single Philadelphian casts an informed vote to ensure we have the honest, proven leadership to move us forward. That’s why I wanted to reach out and ensure you saw this news: The Philadelph…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 13, 2022 at 4:40 PM

Please join me for a fundraiser on June 1st!

Derek Green   Dear John, Join me on Wednesday, June 1st from 5:30 to 7:00 PM for a cocktail reception in support of my campaign at Spice Finch (220 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103). RSVP Your support now is crucial in helping me to build on the work we've done together to build an equitab…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 10, 2022 at 12:11 AM

Important PA election deadline: request your ballot by May 10th

Derek Green   John, I'm reaching out with some important information regarding Pennsylvania’s upcoming primary election. The deadline to request a mail-in ballot or an absentee ballot is TOMORROW, May 10th at 5:00 p.m. ET — click here to request your ballot online: Get Your Ballot The pr…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 8, 2022 at 1:40 PM

Celebrating Mother’s Day

Derek Green   Hi John, and Happy Mother’s Day! Although Teacher Appreciation Week just ended, I’m continuing the celebration today — and every day — as I honor the woman who has taught me the most and shaped me into the committed public servant I am today. My mom taught at Olney High Schoo…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
May 4, 2022 at 12:05 AM

We need Congress to protect abortion rights

Derek Green   John, here's a fact: an overwhelming majority of Americans support safe and legal access to abortion. But despite that fact, the U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to overturn Roe v. Wade. This will immediately make abortion illegal in 13 states with “trigger laws,” and will like…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
April 30, 2022 at 11:19 PM

One last ask this month

Derek Green   John, my campaign’s April fundraising deadline is tonight at midnight, and I’m asking for your support before then — please let me explain why. Right now I’m working hard to strengthen voter participation in Philadelphia, address our public safety crisis, make our public schoo…
  UPDATE via Team Green · [email protected]
April 30, 2022 at 5:52 PM

Addressing our city’s biggest challenges with bold, long term solutions

Derek Green   John, Councilmember Derek Green is advancing bold solutions to move Philadelphia forward. Our April fundraising deadline is Saturday, and Derek needs your help to continue advancing transformative progress in Philadelphia. Can you donate $10 now? He successfully fought to wai…
  Team Green · [email protected]
April 29, 2022 at 8:11 PM

Making sure you saw this from Derek Green ↘↘↘

Derek Green   John, Derek Green is advocating for bold, long-term solutions that move Philadelphia forward — and he is committed to delivering real results. Please see below for an important update from Derek about the bold policy agenda he’s advancing. With a critical fundraising deadline …
  Derek Green · [email protected]
April 28, 2022 at 10:56 PM

We know what Philadelphia can be

Derek Green   Hi John, now that we’ve entered the final two months of the Philadelphia City Council’s spring session, I want to give you an update on some of the issues I’ll be working on in the weeks ahead. I hope you will read my important update below. But first, I have to ask for your h…
  Team Green · [email protected]
April 18, 2022 at 11:30 PM

Philadelphia deserves a budget which moves our city forward

Derek Green   John, Councilmember Derek Green has long championed transformative solutions that work for everyone across Philadelphia. That’s why our team wanted to reach out in regard to Mayor Kenney’s recent budget proposal. Given the unprecedented challenges our city is facing, Derek bel…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
April 10, 2022 at 1:30 PM

a quick note on Ketanji Brown Jackson

Derek Green   Hi John, I hope you’re having a great weekend. Last week was a very busy week, but I wanted to make sure that I reached out with a quick message about how proud I am of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. Justice Jackson is a brilliant legal mind with the utmost character and inte…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
April 8, 2022 at 9:30 PM

Where is the sense of urgency from Mayor Kenney?

Derek Green   Hi John, I want to connect with you about Mayor Kenney’s recent budget proposal — please watch this short video I recorded for you: Here’s a summary: I don’t see a sense of urgency in the Mayor’s budget proposal on Philadelphia’s ongoing gun violence epidemic, public safety cr…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
April 1, 2022 at 4:02 PM

John, thank you

Derek Green   John, I want to take this moment to thank you for our outpouring of support ahead of my first quarterly fundraising deadline of the year. Because of supporters like you I now have a strong start to my fundraising for this year. Philadelphians deserve nothing less than bold, tr…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
March 31, 2022 at 9:37 PM

My last email of the month

Derek Green   John, we’re approaching my first quarterly fundraising deadline of the year in just a few hours, and we’re still not quite where we need to be. This is the first critical test my campaign is facing this year, and we can’t fall short, especially as we begin the work to ensure a…
  UPDATE via Team Green · [email protected]
March 31, 2022 at 4:11 PM

John, you’re one of Derek’s top supporters

Derek Green   John, Councilmember Derek Green is facing his first quarterly fundraising deadline of the year tonight, and he needs your help. Derek has so much planned this year to improve the city of Philadelphia, and he’s also gathering the resources he will need to help support and get o…
  Team Green · [email protected]
March 30, 2022 at 3:23 PM

Councilmember Derek Green is giving everything

Derek Green   Councilmember Derek Green is working hard to keep our city safe, fix our city’s infrastructure, and expand voting rights. Tomorrow is Derek’s first quarterly fundraising deadline of the year, as well as the Mayor’s budget address, and Derek needs your help to ensure he has the…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
March 29, 2022 at 5:14 PM

John, we have the power to change our city thanks to President Biden’s agenda

Derek Green   John, Thanks to President Biden’s agenda, Philadelphia has received millions of dollars to improve our city’s infrastructure. I’m committed to working with the Mayor to ensure we are using this federal funding to improve our city’s infrastructure. I’m also working to make our …
  DerekSGreen.com · [email protected]
March 28, 2022 at 8:24 PM

The Mayor’s budget address is approaching quickly

Derek Green Three Days. Two Important Events. One Goal. This Thursday, the Mayor will be giving his budget address, and Councilmember Derek Green will face his first quarterly fundraising deadline of 2022. This quarterly deadline is extremely important, because we need to make sure we …
  Derek Green · [email protected]
March 27, 2022 at 3:01 PM

John, I have big plans for Philly this year

Derek Green   John, I’ll get straight to it: my first quarterly fundraising deadline of the year is this Thursday at midnight, and I need your support. I’ve got so much planned this year to pave the way for better civic engagement and voting rights in Philadelphia, to establish a public ban…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
March 23, 2022 at 10:11 PM

Public safety in Philly will not happen without accountability

Derek Green   John, Philadelphia has a violence problem. Kids are dying, and Philadelphians are afraid to visit parts of our city where they’ve never been afraid of before. As the father of a child on the autism spectrum, I worry that if he tries to take a card out of his pocket to share hi…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
March 14, 2022 at 4:03 PM

Will you sign on to support the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson?

Derek Green   John, just a few weeks ago, President Biden nominated Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to be the first Black woman to ever sit on the Supreme Court of the United States. I’m glad that President Biden fulfilled his campaign promise of appointing a Black woman to the Supreme Court. W…
  DerekSGreen.com · [email protected]
March 9, 2022 at 7:19 PM

Derek is calling on you, John

Derek Green   John, Councilmember Derek Green has worked diligently to establish the Philadelphia Public Financial Authority in Philadelphia, the first step towards a public bank in our City. Now he’s calling on you to help fuel the work that lies ahead to make public banking a reality. Wil…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
March 8, 2022 at 6:12 PM

A huge first step towards public banking in Philadelphia

Derek Green   John, in case you missed it, last week the Philadelphia City Council voted to establish the Philadelphia Public Financial Authority, which is the first step towards creating a public banking system in our city. While this is an exciting start, there’s still a lot more work tha…
  Team Green · [email protected]
March 4, 2022 at 11:22 PM

🚨 PUBLIC BANKING ALERT 🚨

Derek Green   BREAKING NEWS: The Philadelphia City Council just voted to establish the Philadelphia Public Financial Authority, which lays the foundation for establishing a public bank in our city. John: Derek has been working for years to make his public banking vision a reality! Will …
  Derek Green · [email protected]
March 1, 2022 at 12:31 AM

re: my big plans to move Philadelphia forward

Derek Green   Hi John, I won’t take too much of your time, but I wanted to reach out one last time before my February end of month deadline passes. Will you chip in here to help me reach my fundraising goal? I’m proud to work for you on the Philadelphia City Council, and I couldn’t do this…
  Team Green · [email protected]
February 28, 2022 at 7:32 PM

re: Derek’s public banking momentum

Derek Green   Hi John, just bumping Derek’s message from this weekend! The first step to establishing a public bank in Philadelphia is nearly a reality, and Derek needs your help keeping up his fundraising momentum before the end of the month. Chip in here to support Derek, and keep scrolli…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
February 27, 2022 at 3:32 PM

A pivotal moment for Philadelphia

Derek Green   John, in just days, City Council will be voting on the first step to establish a public bank in Philadelphia. This is a moment I’ve been working toward for years, and I’m so proud to finally see it coming to fruition. A public bank will open up new possibilities for so many Ph…
  Derek Green · [email protected]
February 23, 2022 at 10:40 PM

Read my op-ed on making public banking a reality in Philly

Derek Green   John, The Philadelphia Citizen’s co-founder wrote a critique on my public banking legislation last week. The Citizen allowed me to write my own op-ed in response, which I would like to share with you below. I’m glad I had the opportunity to explain how important a public bank …