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  Adam Kinzinger, Country First · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 8:16 PM

Help Us Reprioritize America - Your Support Matters

As we witness the events of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, we are reminded of the importance of policies that benefit our entire nation. John --As we witness the events of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, we are reminded of the importance of policies that benefit our entire nation…
  Adam Kinzinger, Country First · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 11:32 AM

I’m Speaking at the DNC

I wanted to provide you with a quick update... John --I wanted to provide you with a quick update… I have been offered and I have accepted a speaking role at the Democratic National Convention. Although I’m a Republican, accepting the invitation was an easy choice for me. When we first started Count…
  Adam Kinzinger, Country First · [email protected]
August 19, 2024 at 6:34 PM

Stand for Truth & Democracy - Join Us Today!

As the Democratic National Convention kicks off today, we’re eager to see the bipartisan solutions that Democrat leaders will share with the American people. John --As the Democratic National Convention kicks off today, we’re eager to see the bipartisan solutions that Democrat leaders will share wi…
  Adam Kinzinger, Country First · [email protected]
August 15, 2024 at 7:06 PM

It’s time for new leadership in the GOP

We’re excited to unveil our latest digital ad from Country First...... Dear John --We’re excited to unveil our latest digital ad from Country First, aimed at educating the public on the critical limitations of Donald Trump. While Trump initially attempted to frame this campaign around the issue of …
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
August 4, 2024 at 9:04 PM

Why I'm Endorsing Kamala Harris

John --I believe in democracy; Donald Trump does not. I believe in the constitution; Donald Trump does not.There is nothing more conservative than standing for the constitution and standing for democracy. Donald Trump only believes in gaining power no matter the cost to the constitution and the cos…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
August 1, 2024 at 6:14 PM

Defending Our Elections

John --Donald Trump tried to steal the 2020 Election. We all know that.But what a lot of people don’t know is Steve Bannon, Trump’s disgraced former Chief Strategist, started recruiting election deniers to work in positions of election authority.  When Bannon’s activities were reported, Country Fi…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
July 18, 2024 at 11:48 PM

We Know What Trump Will Say

John --If you told me 4 years ago, a twice Impeached President, who refused the peaceful transfer of power would once again be accepting his party’s nomination for the Presidency of the United States, I wouldn’t have believed you. Any objective individual knows that Donald Trump routinely Lies.  Th…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
July 18, 2024 at 12:16 AM

Who is JD Vance

John --The competition to be Donald J. Trump’s VP. Who would have thought it would come to this.248 years since the forming of our great country, and we’re now selecting a Vice President purely based on their allegiance to one man, not the Constitution. We saw numerous politicians race to the bottom…
  Team Country First · [email protected]
July 15, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Message from Adam: Champions of Hope

John --The convention is about to start - but Adam has an important message. We know what's coming. We know what we are up against. But we won’t let it slow us down. Please watch the new Ad from Country First showing past nominees championing hope as opposed to division.  America is a stronger coun…
  Team Country First · [email protected]
July 15, 2024 at 2:59 PM

Our New Website is Live!

John --In our previous email we did not include the website link.  Our apologies.  We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website,  Country1st.com You heard from Adam - we’re recommitting ourselves to our shared mission, preserving democracy. And, this is just a further extension of that m…
  Team Country First · [email protected]
July 15, 2024 at 2:46 PM

Our New Website is Live!

John --We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website, [Website URL]! You heard from Adam - we’re recommitting ourselves to our shared mission, preserving democracy. And, this is just a further extension of that mission.  Our new website features a modern look, streamlined design and easie…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
July 13, 2024 at 5:03 PM

We Know What's Coming

John --This week won’t be a surprise. The Republican Convention is no longer about setting a vision or building hope - it is going to be all about one man. This convention is about lies, pleading allegiance to Donald Trump, and peddling the same conspiracy theories MAGA thrives on. On the eve of thi…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
July 11, 2024 at 12:16 PM

Video Release: Standing Together

John --Out of the shadows of the January 6th attack on the United States Capitol, "Country First" was born. Launching this movement, I could hardly fathom the strides we would make. In just three years, it has evolved from its nascent stages to becoming a leading force in the pro-democracy arena.But…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
July 11, 2024 at 12:46 AM

Are You With Me

John --Out of the shadows of the January 6th attack on the United States Capitol, "Country First" was born. Launching this movement, I could hardly fathom the strides we would make. In just three years, it has evolved from its nascent stages to becoming a leading force in the pro-democracy arena. If…
  Team Country First · [email protected]
July 8, 2024 at 3:31 PM

Will you Join Us

John -- Join host Congressman Adam Kinzinger for our LIVE July virtual campfire to get exciting new updates on Country First's plans, and how you can take action alongside Congressman Kinzinger to defend democracy this year. There are many new updates from Country First that will carry us through No…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
July 4, 2024 at 2:17 PM

Our Independence

John --This July 4th, let’s remember and honor what our founding fathers were striving for: freedom from tyranny and dictatorship. Our founding fathers recognized something that still carries on today: Democracy works. Almost 250 years since our founding, we find ourselves once again in a battle ove…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
June 30, 2024 at 8:24 PM

Zoe Lofgren

John --My friend Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren is an unsung hero for our Democracy and the Constitution. Zoe served as a Trump impeachment manager and wrote bills to protect voting rights and curtail big money in politics. After the insurrection, Zoe served with me on the January 6th Committee to find t…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
June 26, 2024 at 9:30 AM

It's Official

John --All my life, I have stood firm in my conservative values. These values are what guide me in putting Democracy and our Constitution above all else.These values guide me in putting Country First! Today, we face an election about a singular, monumental issue: the very essence of our democracy. T…
  Team Country First · [email protected]
June 21, 2024 at 4:33 PM

Day of Action

John --Happy Friday!Colorado primary is 5 days away! Join our Phone Bank to remind voters to VOTE!Have a great weekend and let’s make a difference together! Team Country First, Help Fuel the Mission      Each week, Country First will highlight a key member who has demonstrated placing Country over P…
  Country First Team · [email protected]
June 12, 2024 at 4:01 PM

All Hands on Deck

John --I’m sure you saw the news - Trump wants to indict Adam for standing for truth, calling out lies, and defending democracy.  We need all hands on deck to help us hold Trump accountable, defend Adam, and protect democracy. That’s why we just released this field guide, equipping you with everythi…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
June 7, 2024 at 1:10 AM

We Must Defeat Trump

John --You read that right! Donald Trump, a man devoid of morals, a man who routinely lies, commits crimes, and dreams of being a dictator, went on the record today (Reported by The Hill)  and wants to indict me and my colleagues on the January 6th Committee. I’ll be honest—I’m not surprised. On the…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
June 6, 2024 at 4:35 PM

The Greatest Generation

John --My Grandfather served in World War II. As a child, I would often ask him about his experiences during the war, and I can still vividly picture him becoming awash with emotion as he reminisced about his service to our nation. His generation has been rightfully labeled The Greatest Generation. …
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
May 31, 2024 at 3:45 PM

We Must Defeat Trump

John --Since Donald Trump was convicted on all counts, he and his allies have flooded the airwaves with outrageous claims:1. He is a Political Prisoner2. Justice Is Dead in America.3. His conviction was the darkest day in America’s history. Trump is a perpetual victim who thrives on deceit. In just …
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
May 30, 2024 at 9:44 PM

Trump Is Guilty

John -- Donald Trump has been found guilty on all counts.  We are a nation of laws, and no one is above the law.  Today, the Jury in Donald Trump’s New York Trial highlighted that solemn truth.  Make no mistake, there are still many crimes Donald Trump must be held accountable for, especially the ma…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
May 26, 2024 at 4:06 PM

The Ultimate Sacrifice

John -- This Memorial Day Weekend, let's honor those that gave the Ultimate Sacrifice. Below, Adam Kinzinger shares the following video highlighting what this hollowed day means.Country First  Watch Now          Get Involved       Support the Mission     Wear the Cause       Country FirstPO Box…
  Team Country First · [email protected]
May 17, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Quick Update

John --Happy Friday, Team Country First! We're thrilled to share some exciting news: our Founder, Adam Kinzinger, has been chosen as a Co-Chair for Power the Polls! This initiative is crucial in recruiting dedicated poll workers and election judges to uphold free and fair elections. In a time when…
  Country First Team · [email protected]
May 3, 2024 at 8:47 PM

Civic Action

John -- This past Tuesday, Country First held the Civic Duty Campfire, if you were able to attend, thank you for being a part of it. I wanted to personally reach out because like Congressman Kinzinger said, we need your support. We need you.  Volunteers like you are needed to help us stand on the …
  Country First Team · [email protected]
April 30, 2024 at 9:50 PM

Reminder: Join Adam Kinzinger TONIGHT

Hi John, just a friendly reminder that our event with Congressman Adam Kinzinger is getting started in at 8pm ET. Just a friendly reminder that our Civic Duty Campfire hosted by Congressman Adam Kinzinger is happening tonight! We'll be giving an update on the pro-democracy initiatives Mr. Kinzinge…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
April 26, 2024 at 8:46 PM

History Marked Together

John -- Last week marked a historic moment as we witnessed a pivotal vote on Ukrainian aid. Democrats and Republicans joined forces to stand in solidarity with Ukraine against Vladimir Putin's illegal war. Undoubtedly, reaching this milestone was no easy feat, and the lack of leadership for too lo…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
April 16, 2024 at 5:20 PM

Victory Will Come

John -- Recently, we urged you to stay tuned for more critical updates. Here they are. Our latest data has Country First confident, that the upcoming election will pivot crucially around two states: Michigan and Pennsylvania. We are preparing to roll out an aggressive, unparalleled grassroots camp…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
March 27, 2024 at 3:36 PM

This is our chance

John -- Five months ago, Country First issued a call to action for the formation of a unity governing coalition within the House of Representatives. At that juncture, staunch hardliners were actively seeking to unseat Kevin McCarthy, who sold his soul for a fleeting nine month tenure as Speaker o…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
March 14, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Mission: Defeat Trump

John -- When Country First was initially launched, its cornerstone objective was to dismantle Donald Trump’s stranglehold on the Republican Party. Unfortunately, three years on, the majority of Republicans have shown little interest in loosening that grip, and now Donald Trump has secured the Rep…
  Country First Team · [email protected]
February 28, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Reminder: Join Adam Kinzinger TONIGHT

Hi John, just a friendly reminder that our event with Congressman Adam Kinzinger is getting started in at 8pm ET. Just a friendly reminder that our Front Lines of Freedom Virtual Campfire hosted by Congressman Adam Kinzinger is happening tonight! We'll be mobilzing around the dire need for immedia…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
February 24, 2024 at 1:11 PM

2 years 🇺🇦

John -- Today marks two years since Putin attacked freedom and invaded the nation of Ukraine. And in those two years, hundreds of thousands have died and millions have been displaced. Yet, amid the death and despair, the Ukrainian people have inspired us with their fighting spirit, resilience, an…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
February 9, 2024 at 1:49 AM

emergency

John --In these challenging times, the spirit of democracy and the fate of freedom are being tested on the front lines in Ukraine. As Vladimir Putin's unjust war rages on, the Ukrainian people continue to embody courage and resilience in the face of adversity. It's inspiring!Now, more than ever, Ukr…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
February 1, 2024 at 1:50 AM

3rd birthday! 🎂

John -- If you thought this email might include cute photos from my son's birthday party, you will not be disappointed! However, while he did turn TWO this month (still hard to believe), the big THREE we're celebrating today belongs to Country First, which launched on this day in 2021.3 ACTIONS y…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
January 26, 2024 at 4:41 PM

we have lift off! [Replay enclosed]

John -- We had a fantastic, invigorating virtual campfire last night -- our first of the year -- and it was a great way for our movement to start 2024! We talked about the state of the presidential race, addressing the immigration crisis, taking on MAGA through our Primary First initiative, and o…
  Country First Team · [email protected]
January 26, 2024 at 12:08 AM

Reminder: Adam Kinzinger starts in 1 hr

Hi John, just a friendly reminder that our event with Congressman Adam Kinzinger is getting started in 1 hour at 8pm ET. Just a friendly reminder that our Lift Off! '24 Virtual Campfire hosted by Congressman Adam Kinzinger is getting started in 1 hour. We'll be talking about the state of the presi…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
January 14, 2024 at 1:15 AM

ready for launch 🚀

John -- Among the worst corrosive effects of Donald Trump and the MAGA movement is the numbness he inspires. For many, he's made unethical, criminal, and treasonous behavior seem normal. Seemingly every day a new piece of information drops that, by itself, would sink just about anyone else... yet…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
January 6, 2024 at 1:15 PM

He lit the fuse

John --On January 6th 2021, the lies of Donald J. Trump metastasized into one of the darkest days in American history.I was there. Watch Now I felt the evil in the air; I heard the calls to hang the Vice President. I watched the brave men and women of the Capitol Police and DC Metro Police engag…
  Country First Team · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 4:15 PM

Don't miss out

John -- Did you know that Country First has a shop with great items for the holiday season and beyond? With Christmas fast approaching, don't miss your chance to order from our Holiday Shop! All proceeds fuel our movement! Holiday Shop Together,Country First TeamPS: Did you know Country First vol…
  Country First Team · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 8:43 PM

Giving away 100 books

John -- Our friends at With Honor, a great group working to elect more veterans to Congress, are hosting Congressman Adam Kinzinger this Thursday afternoon for a virtual Q&A. And they'll be giving away free copies of his new book Renegade to 100 attendees (your choice of hardcover or audio bo…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
November 10, 2023 at 3:13 PM

Keep the truth on stage

John -- Right now, if the polls are to be believed, the GOP nominee for PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES is going to be Donald Trump -- by a landslide. And I know I'm singing to the choir when I say that is just too grave and unacceptable a threat to democracy.That man should never again be anywhere…
  Country First Team · [email protected]
November 4, 2023 at 7:34 PM

tough spot

John -- America is in a tough spot, with division many of us haven't seen in our lifetimes. And when you trace it back to the source, we can credit so much of it to the extremes that make up a tiny fraction of our country, yet dominate politics.How do they manage to do it? Why do otherwise reasona…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
October 31, 2023 at 5:18 PM

I wrote a book, it launched today 🚀

John --Our love of country is the inspiration for my new book, Renegade, which launched TODAY and chronicles how I found myself labeled a traitor by my own party as I upheld my oath to the Constitution to stop Trump from destroying our republic and American democracy. As someone who has been watc…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
October 30, 2023 at 3:09 PM

Join me in Manhattan tonight?

Hi John, The tour for my forthcoming book Renegade (coming out tomorrow, October 31st) is bringing me to Lennox Hill tonight, and our records show you that may not be too far from you. In the event you're interested and available tonight, Monday, October 30th, I hope you'll make it out to join us at…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
October 19, 2023 at 5:57 PM

this weighs on me

Hi John, I know you just heard from me yesterday, but something has been weighing on me for a long time, and I'm sharing about it today on my Substack. Check it out and let me know your thoughts. Hope you're having a good week,Adam  Country FirstPO Box 2385Ottawa, IL 61350United States If you believ…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
October 19, 2023 at 1:37 AM

they figured out we're right

John --Two weeks ago, Country First called for the House of Representatives to elect a Consensus Speaker. And now, the media, pundits, and a growing number of legislators have figured out we're right! America's founders did not set up our system to operate the way it is now. The current dysfunctio…
  Adam Kinzinger · [email protected]
October 13, 2023 at 4:36 PM

Israel

John -- All of us at Country First have watched with horror as Hamas has unleashed terror on Israel and the Jewish people. It is heartbreaking and stomach churning; words feel wholly inadequate.As shocking as the stories have been, the violence and hatred are recognizable. This barbarism is the ve…
  Dave Rapids, Country First · [email protected]
October 7, 2023 at 4:00 AM

Grassroots Update

John -- Our world is full of distractions, noise, division, and extremism. This week's chaos in the House of Representatives was sure a testament to that. But in the midst of it all, there are so many examples of reasonable people of goodwill coming together to make a difference. And Country First…