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  Team Scholten · [email protected]
September 7, 2024 at 5:02 PM

the finish line is in sight, John

From now until Election Day, we'll keep beating the drum and fighting until we reach victory. We're not slowing down because we're not going back.   The countdown has officially started John. We’re just 59 days away from Election Day, and we need all hands on deck to win th…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
September 6, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Hudson's Extreme Anti-Abortion Agenda

Hudson is aligning himself with extremists who want to take us back decades.   John, We just got some shocking news: My opponent, Paul Hudson, was endorsed by a radical anti-abortion group with a dangerous agenda. We’ve got the details below, but I’m setting up a rapid “Pr…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
September 5, 2024 at 9:31 PM

John, check out my newest ad!

This November, we’re fighting for a second term to keep delivering for West Michigan and to help secure a Democratic majority in Congress.   John, Excited to share our newest ad with you today! WATCH + DONATE Let me be clear: I’m not just running for re-…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 31, 2024 at 10:02 PM

just a few hours

We must keep pushing forward to stay ahead of our opponents and ensure our message reaches every voter.   John, Just wanted to reach out ahead of tonight’s fundraising deadline. Tonight is the final night of our August fundraising deadline, and the excitement on the ground here in Michig…
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
August 31, 2024 at 2:02 PM

3 reasons

This race is one of the most crucial in the country.   We hate to bother you on a Saturday, John, but this is important. Our August fundraising deadline is tonight, and we need your help to keep up our momentum. Will you chip in $5 or $10 to our campaign right now? …
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
August 30, 2024 at 11:02 PM

fired up and ready to go!

We’re not backed by big corporations or special interests. We’re backed by you—every supporter who believes in our vision for West Michigan.   John, Our August deadline is tomorrow, and we’re fired up and ready to defend this seat and Michigan in November! Our incredible vo…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 30, 2024 at 3:22 PM

we’re still the underdog

I’m fired up and excited by the energy we’re seeing across Michigan, but we can’t ignore the reality.   We’re still the underdog John. I’m fired up and excited by the energy we’re seeing across Michigan, but we can’t ignore the reality. Trump and JD Vance are campaigning he…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 29, 2024 at 11:02 PM

saying one thing and doing another

To me, family values mean, first and foremost, recognizing that families come in all shapes and sizes.   John, Extreme Republicans love to talk about "family values," but their actions tell a different story. They’re fighting to defund programs like Head Start that provide…
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
August 29, 2024 at 12:00 AM

turning energy into action

Michigan is a must-win state for Democrats and Republicans, and the fight is going to be hard.   John, Hillary is back in Michigan after attending the DNC last week. While she was there, she talked to the New York Times about the electric atmosphere and how we need to translate…
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
August 27, 2024 at 9:46 PM

just a few days out

We’ve been hard at work reaching voters, expanding our outreach efforts, and making sure that our message resonates across West Michigan.   John, Our monthly deadline is just a few short days away, and we're falling short of our fundraising goal. This race is one of the mo…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 24, 2024 at 6:01 PM

the enthusiasm is palpable

As Republicans run a campaign filled with inflammatory rhetoric, we’re fighting for a more prosperous future for our children – always looking forward.   John, We’re in the swing of election season, and the enthusiasm on the ground is palpable. Keeping up our momentum is c…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 23, 2024 at 1:11 AM

witnessing history

The energy is undeniable–folks are fired up and ready to elect Kamala Harris and Democrats up and down the ballot this November.   We are about to witness history tonight, John! Vice President Kamala Harris will officially accept the Democratic nomination for the next Presiden…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 22, 2024 at 9:02 PM

this is HUGE

While Republicans work to roll back healthcare affordability, I’m fighting every day to lower costs for West Michiganders.   This is HUGE, John — One of the biggest concerns I hear from West Michiganders is the steep cost of prescription drugs. The latest move by th…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 9:32 PM

neck and neck

A new report by the Cook Political Report shows Vice President Kamala Harris neck and neck in battleground states, including Michigan!   Did you see this, John? A new report by the Cook Political Report shows Vice President Kamala Harris neck and neck in battleground…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 19, 2024 at 10:01 PM

School is back in session, John!

It’s not just students who are gearing up for a busy season—we are too!   School is back in session, John! But it’s not just students who are gearing up for a busy season—we are too! With Election Day fast approaching, our campaign is in full swing. Just like preparing for a …
  Alessia M. · [email protected]
August 15, 2024 at 10:12 PM

halfway through August →

Our opponent is pouring millions into this race, and we can't afford to slow down.   Hey John, It’s Alessia here, Hillary’s Campaign Manager. We are halfway through the month, and we could use your help. I’ll explain more in a moment, but first, will you chip in $10 to Hill…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 14, 2024 at 10:42 PM

Bring it on, JD Vance

My district was Trump and Vance’s very first stop after the RNC. This is JD Vance’s second visit in a month.   John, JD Vance is making another pit stop in my district today. We’re taking this moment to show him West Michigan wants nothing to do with his and Trump’s anti-ab…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 13, 2024 at 11:02 PM

exciting news, John!

Michigan’s 3rd District is one of the most competitive districts in the nation, and in battleground Michigan, it could make or break this election. We can’t let our foot off the gas.    I have exciting news to share with you, John — Today, we launched our first TV ad of the…
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
August 12, 2024 at 7:32 PM

John, we’re counting on you

Your support helps us lay the groundwork for a winning campaign by allowing us to reach more voters, share our message, and build the infrastructure we need to win.   John, Now that we’re past the primary, voter outreach is one of our top priorities. We can’t be effective …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 9, 2024 at 10:23 PM

A sincere thank you!

We have just 88 days left until Election Day, and my Republican opponent is pouring millions into this race.   John, Now that we’re past the primary, I am thrilled to announce I am once again the Democratic nominee for Michigan’s 3rd District! This milestone would not have …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 10:10 PM

I just got off the stage at the Harris Walz rally

This energy is electric and our state could not be more energized to take on Trump and JD Vance this November.   John, I just got off the stage here in Michigan for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz! This energy is electric, and our state could not be more energized to take on Tr…
  Elissa Slotkin · [email protected]
August 7, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Oh, it’s on

This will be one of the most competitive and expensive races in the country.   John- I was just officially declared the winner of the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Michigan. And Trump-endorsed Mike Rogers was declared the winner of the Republican primary. That means we have our…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 6, 2024 at 7:51 PM

ready to win in November

The pathway to the House, Senate, and White House runs through the heartland. And I’m feeling energized to take on Trump this November, but I need your help.   John, Today, Vice President Kamala Harris announced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her pick for Vice President! Wa…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 6, 2024 at 1:31 PM

All eyes on Michigan today

Michigan is a battleground state, and our district is key to determining control of the House and the direction of our country.   John, Today is a critical day for Michigan as voters head to the polls for the primary. This is a pivotal moment for our campaign and the futur…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 5, 2024 at 10:11 PM

tomorrow’s critical election

Republicans are pouring millions into this district and races across Michigan to secure a Republican-controlled House and presidency. With reproductive rights and our democracy on the line, we can’t afford to let that happen.   John, Michigan’s 3rd District is one of the most …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 3, 2024 at 6:00 PM

the road ahead

This achievement is a testament to the strength and dedication of our grassroots movement. I cannot express how grateful I am for your belief in our campaign.   John, Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve exceeded our monthly fundraising goal! This achievement is a testame…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
August 3, 2024 at 12:29 AM

we’re standing in their way →

I’m one of the 12 Democratic congresswomen they’re targeting for defeat. And none of us can overcome that kind of spending unless we get help from grassroots supporters like you.   John, I'm reaching out to you today with an urgent message. One of the biggest Republican super…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 31, 2024 at 11:01 PM

John, is this a good time?

As one of the most competitive districts in the nation, MI-03 will decide control of the presidency and the House.   Hey John, Reaching out one last time ahead of tonight’s midnight deadline to ask if you can spare $5 or whatever you can to my campaign. Link to donate: hillar…
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
July 31, 2024 at 3:01 PM

tonight’s deadline >>

In 2022, we made history in West Michigan by flipping a 50-year Republican stronghold and electing the first pro-choice woman to represent Michigan’s 3rd District.   John, Our monthly fundraising deadline is tonight! Michigan’s 3rd District will be ground zero this electio…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 30, 2024 at 10:32 PM

what Trump said in Grand Rapids this month

Democracy is on the line. Whether or not we win the presidency and take back the House will rely on the work we do now.   John, Republicans are not hiding their intentions. In Grand Rapids last week, Trump praised autocrats abroad for “control[ing] 1.4 billion people with…
  Alessia M. · [email protected]
July 30, 2024 at 7:16 PM

less than 100 days until Election Day!

We’re entering a pivotal – and expensive! – time in our campaign.   Hey John — It’s Alessia, Hillary’s campaign manager. We’ve seen a surge of enthusiasm in the past week. Now, less than 100 days until Election Day, our job is to keep that momentum going. Will you chip in …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 29, 2024 at 10:02 PM

feeling energized

MI-03 is one of the most competitive races in the nation and in battleground Michigan and it will decide control of the House and presidency.   John, Hard to believe we’re already at the end of the month! I’m feeling more energized than ever to take back the House in November,…
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
July 26, 2024 at 10:26 PM

ramping up our voter outreach

We can’t win the presidency without Michigan, and we can’t win Michigan without MI-03.     John, The race is heating up in Michigan, and we’ve been stepping up our organizing. We can’t win the presidency without Michigan, and we can’t win Michigan without MI-03. It’s why …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 25, 2024 at 10:21 PM

taking back the House is more important than ever

A Democratic-controlled House could be a barrier to preventing flagrant abuses of power.   John, The recent SCOTUS decision granting presidential immunity from prosecution is an incredibly alarming development to the already worrisome state of our democracy. That’s why takin…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 24, 2024 at 10:22 PM

our monthly deadline is next week

Trump’s pick for VP highlights the urgency of flipping the House in November.   John, Trump’s pick for VP highlights the urgency of flipping the House in November. He opposed efforts to codify contraceptive access in Ohio and was endorsed by an extremist group opposed to e…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 23, 2024 at 8:22 PM

The importance of the House in a contested election

Control of the House rests on our ability to reach out to as many voters as possible because here’s the truth: Republicans are wasting no time doing so.   Hey John, The change at the top of the ticket has brought incredible enthusiasm to the 2024 election, and that’s a gre…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 22, 2024 at 11:16 PM

we cannot win the presidency without West Michigan

Now is the time to continue building on President Biden’s progress on the issues that matter most.   John, We have 106 days until Election Day. 106 Days to defend MI-03. 106 Days to take back the House. And 106 Days to elect Kamala Harris as the next President of the Uni…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 21, 2024 at 11:27 PM

United for our future

I am grateful for his courage and legacy of American leadership.   John, Today, Joe Biden announced he is dropping out of the presidential race. I’ve been clear about my deep respect and admiration for President Biden’s service before. His life of public service is a foun…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 20, 2024 at 4:02 PM

Trump and JD Vance are making Grand Rapids their FIRST STOP after the convention

By prioritizing West Michigan, they’re showing what we know–how pivotal our district and Michigan will be for the House, Senate, AND the presidency.   John, Donald Trump and his VP pick, JD Vance, are making a stop in Grand Rapids today, their very first stop on their campaign…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 19, 2024 at 9:41 PM

nothing is set in stone

With FOUR competitive congressional seats in Michigan and the state being called a TOSS-UP, we must keep our focus on keeping Michigan BLUE and preventing another Trump presidency.   John, I know there’s a lot of anxiety about the upcoming elections. When predictions about the…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 18, 2024 at 9:31 PM

the stakes of the election

Securing enough resources will be key to reaching out to as many people as possible and ensuring they’re aware of the stakes of this election.   John, Michigan’s role in this election is undisputed. As a battleground state, what happens here will significantly impact the o…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 17, 2024 at 10:22 PM

today, I’m asking for $3

I don’t come from money or a political dynasty. The outcome of this election will rely on the strength of our grassroots team.   John, Today, I'm asking for just $3. In 2022, we made history by electing the first Democrat to lead this district in 50 years and the first pro…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 16, 2024 at 9:51 PM

focused on what matters most

Michigan is the center of our upcoming elections.   John, My focus is keeping Michigan BLUE and working tirelessly on the issues that matter most. Protecting Reproductive Rights: As the first pro-choice woman to represent West Michigan, I am committed to defending reproduc…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 12, 2024 at 9:37 PM

This was not an easy decision, John

To build on that progress, we must ensure the viability of the Democratic ticket.   John, Yesterday, I took the tough but important step of becoming the first member of a battleground presidential state to call on President Biden to step aside. This decision wasn’t made l…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 9, 2024 at 10:31 PM

I need to know you have my back.

My Republican opponent’s family is funding a SuperPAC against me aimed at rolling back the progress we’ve made.   John, In 2022, I became the first Democrat to represent MI-03 in 50 years and the first pro-choice woman ever to represent West Michigan. Now, I need your suppo…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 5, 2024 at 8:02 PM

Michigan Rating Change: Now a TOSS UP

My district is being called one of the most geographically important regions in the country.   John, ICYMI–The UVA's Center for Politics has recently changed its forecast for Michigan in the presidential race, moving it from a Dem-Leaning State to a complete Toss-Up. These rati…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 4, 2024 at 9:03 PM

Independence Day

Today, I’m honored to represent my home district in Congress, and remain committed to ensuring that every family has the opportunity to achieve the American dream.     John, On behalf of myself and my family, Happy Fourth of July! Though this July 4th certainly feels…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 2, 2024 at 7:01 PM

thank you for your support!

My team and I are so grateful for your support and hope you’ll continue to support this campaign in the coming months.   Another FEC deadline in the books, John! I wanted to reach out and thank you for your support of my campaign. Grassroots support made history in Michiga…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
July 1, 2024 at 12:03 AM

before Midnight–It’s time to show them we’re not panicked, we’re prepared

My opponent's family has already poured $1 million into his campaign, and Republicans looking to flip this seat are following suit.   Hey John, I’m reaching out personally here because this matters—It matters enough to reach out on a Sunday night. Our LAST quarterly FEC deadli…
  Alessia M. · [email protected]
June 30, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Putting in the work

Republicans have been pouring millions into races across Michigan this quarter in attempts to take back the House.   Hi John, It’s Alessia, Hillary’s Campaign Manager. Our team has been hard at work all weekend: knocking on doors, delivering yard signs, raising money, and …