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  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 …
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
June 29, 2024 at 10:21 PM

Last quarterly deadline before the primary

We cannot let them find any weak spots.   John, We’ll try to make this quick. Next month, we’ll have to open up our campaign books, and everyone from pundits to our Republican opponents will be able to see if our campaign has the strength to power through this election se…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 29, 2024 at 2:21 PM

our FEC quarterly deadline is tomorrow →

Trump and his Republican allies have been preparing for a full takeover of the House, Senate, and Presidency, and the path to doing so runs through this district.   John, I know you’ve been receiving a ton of emails from Democratic campaigns this week reminding folks about …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 28, 2024 at 11:32 PM

in case you missed it →

After what we saw from Donald Trump in yesterday’s debate, it’s more clear than ever that the MAGA agenda must be stopped.     John, Before you log off, I wanted to reach out to remind you of our critical FEC quarterly deadline this Sunday. We’re falling behind our $20,000 …
  ElissaSlotkin.Org · [email protected]
June 27, 2024 at 8:41 PM

If you knew…

Democrats can't hold the Senate if Elissa doesn't win Michigan. And if Elissa loses in Michigan, Biden probably loses in the state as well.     $3. If you knew you could contribute $3 to a campaign and it'd mean Democrats would hold the Senate in 2024, wouldn't you do it, lickety-split?…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 26, 2024 at 10:52 PM

the race is heating up!

In our house, we try to keep campaigning interesting for the boys by organizing mini-road trips across the district.   John, As a busy mom, juggling family responsibilities with the demands of campaigning during this busy election season is no small feat. SUPPORT HI…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 25, 2024 at 7:22 PM

we’ve been here before…

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]
June 24, 2024 at 6:22 PM

Two years without Roe v. Wade

Republicans nationwide have relentlessly attacked reproductive rights, passing bills that target abortion providers, criminalize women seeking abortions, and make reproductive healthcare even less accessible.   John, This week marks two years since the Supreme Court overturne…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 21, 2024 at 9:46 PM

support our yard sign fund!

One of the best ways to demonstrate broad support for our campaign is to send yard signs to our loyal supporters!   John, It’s yard sign season in West Michigan, and the boys have been keeping busy! SUPPORT HILLARY! One of the clearest signs that election se…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 20, 2024 at 8:41 PM

a turning point for our campaign

Republicans have been racking up MILLIONS of dollars in support this quarter.   John, I wanted to give you an early heads-up–our BIG FEC quarterly fundraising deadline is in just 10 days. This upcoming deadline is pivotal. This is the fundraising total that folks will use…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 19, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Juneteenth

On this Juneteenth, let’s recommit ourselves to fighting for fair representation, justice, and equity for Black Americans.   John, Today, my team is commemorating Juneteenth, a significant day in our nation’s history that marks the end of slavery in the United States. On …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 17, 2024 at 8:21 PM

Democracy Summer is back!

Our campaign fellows will receive training in phone banking, text banking, canvassing, fundraising, and voter registration.   John, I am thrilled to announce that we’ll be participating in Congressman Jamie Raskin’s Democracy Summer program! Hillary and Democracy Summer…
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
June 15, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Did you hear what Trump said last week?

MI-03 will be key in winning Michigan, taking back the House, and preventing a second Trump term.   John, Trump is in Michigan this weekend, rallying his base. Last week he said this: “I don’t care about you, I just want your vote.” MI-03 will be key in winning Michigan, ta…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 14, 2024 at 9:41 PM

If it wasn’t clear before >>

If it wasn’t clear before how crucial Michigan will be in the outcome of November’s elections, it should be clear now.   This is URGENT, John — Trump is once again rallying voters in Michigan this weekend. My team has set up an emergency $10,000 fundraising goal for today …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 13, 2024 at 8:02 PM

Republicans are furious.

The Republicans are furious. They want to stop me before I gain even more momentum and keep me as a one-term Congresswoman. But we won’t let them.   John, My opponents are backed by the deepest pockets in Michigan, and they’re hellbent on flipping Michigan RED. In 2022, we…
  Team Scholten · [email protected]
June 12, 2024 at 8:01 PM

our district could make the difference

Republicans are hellbent on flipping this state RED in November and handing control of the White House to Trump – a 34-times convicted felon.   John, This is not hyperbole: Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District could determine control of the House, Senate, and Presidency. …
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 10, 2024 at 8:01 PM

June is Gun Violence Awareness Month

This month, I reaffirm my commitment to creating a safer environment for our children and communities.   John, June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the urgent need to protect our communities from gun violence. As West Michigan’s representative a…
  Hillary Scholten · [email protected]
June 9, 2024 at 4:31 PM

I came to Congress to work

I didn’t come to Congress for profit or to get involved in partisan drama – I came here to do the work a 50-year Republican stronghold failed to do for West Michiganders.   John, A lot gets lost amidst Republican attacks on this district. But, I didn’t come to Congress for p…
  Elissa Slotkin · [email protected]
June 7, 2024 at 8:47 PM

“If he wins”

Time Magazine interviewed Trump for a story they used for the cover and titled “If he wins.”   Did you see this? Time Magazine interviewed Trump for a story they used for the cover and titled “If he wins.” Let's go over the things Trump said would happen if he wins. First, he said…