Phil Ehr · [email protected]

July 6, 2023 at 4:02 PM

What’s next for GWI →

My main priority will always be to defend our democracy, and I am prepared to fight back against those who propagate disinformation.   John, Phil here. I’m gearing up for a big announcement in the coming days, and I want you to be the first to know. But first, I’d like to giv…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

June 30, 2023 at 9:02 PM

We are on shaky ground.

January 6th was our breaking point. And just 17 months away from the 2024 election, we are on increasingly shakier ground.   “YouTube will no longer take down false claims about U.S. elections” - NPR “Big Tech rolls back misinformation measures ahead of 2024” - Axios “AI-gene…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

June 29, 2023 at 10:04 PM

we know you’re busy

GWI is on a mission to deploy an army of experts to target and combat dis- and misinformation before it can impact critical legislation.   Fundraising Deadline Tomorrow John, Our June fundraising deadline is tomorrow, and we are in need of serious resources to hit our …

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

June 28, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Bumping our previous message →

We would not be in this work if their lies didn’t have consequences.   John, Bad faith actors like Ron Desantis and Marjorie Taylor Greene are weaponizing disinformation to antagonize the LGBTQ+ community and further their hateful, discriminatory agenda. We would not be in th…

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  🚨Fundraising Update 🚨 · [email protected]

June 28, 2023 at 2:55 PM

$15.48

As we enter the 2024 election season, our work is more important than ever.   John, We have a crucial fundraising update to share with you: Our June fundraising deadline is this Friday, and we are still far from our goal. We know we can get back on track, but we need enough d…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

June 23, 2023 at 6:41 PM

We're at the frontlines of the fight against disinformation.

The George Washington Initiative is committed to being on the frontlines of the fight against disinformation. And at the core of this fight are people-driven solutions.   John, At the root of our culture of disinformation is our lack of accountability for the people that spread…

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  MAGA Watch · [email protected]

June 22, 2023 at 9:27 PM

The Party of Disinformants

GWI is committed to stopping disinformation in its tracks, and that includes holding bad-faith actors accountable.   John, The Republican party has embraced the same divisive, inflammatory rhetoric Donald Trump used to drive the January 6th insurrection. And these Republican …

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

June 14, 2023 at 10:11 PM

a critical time for disinformation

With the upcoming election season just around the corner, the George Washington Initiative needs your help now more than ever.   John, Phil Ehr here. I want to explain the importance of combating misinformation at this critical time. But first, I’d like to ask you to support th…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

June 13, 2023 at 10:02 PM

spreads like wildfire

The George Washington Initiative is committed to being on the frontlines of the fight against disinformation. And at the core of this fight are people-driven solutions.   John, At the root of our culture of disinformation is our lack of accountability for the people that spread…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

June 12, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Big Tech is rolling back election integrity policies

YouTube’s decision to reverse its election integrity policy comes at a critical time for combatting election disinformation.   YouTube reverses misinformation policy to allow U.S. election denialism - Axios FIGHT BACK John, In case you missed i…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

June 9, 2023 at 9:32 PM

combating disinformation has never been more critical

With the upcoming election season just around the corner, the George Washington Initiative needs your help now more than ever.   John, Phil Ehr here. I want to explain the importance of combating misinformation at this critical time. But first, I’d like to ask you to support th…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

June 8, 2023 at 7:20 PM

We're at a crossroads.

As AI and ChatGPT usher in new waves of disinformation, we can either watch or take action.   John, We’re at a crossroads. As AI and ChatGPT usher in new waves of disinformation, we can either watch or take action. At the George Washington Initiative, we choose to take actio…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

June 7, 2023 at 8:20 PM

YouTube Reverses its election integrity policy

YouTube’s decision to reverse its election integrity policy comes at a critical time for combatting election disinformation.   YouTube reverses misinformation policy to allow U.S. election denialism - Axios FIGHT BACK John, Last week, YouTube r…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

May 31, 2023 at 8:02 PM

Open before midnight →

I wanted to reach out personally to remind you of our initiative’s May deadline in a few hours.   John, I wanted to reach out personally to remind you of our initiative’s May deadline in a few hours. January 6th put us in entirely new territory for dis- and misinformation. Mo…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 31, 2023 at 2:51 PM

Disinformation is driving harmful legislation.

Having a strong network of supporters is vital in ensuring we have the resources to combat new waves of disinformation.   John, Disinformation is leading a flurry of legislation attacking already marginalized communities in the US. And as far-right groups ramp up their efforts…

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  The George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 30, 2023 at 9:20 PM

tomorrow →

As Republicans and Democrats alike launch their 2024 campaigns, we’re already seeing a huge influx of misinformation on social media.   End of Month Deadline Tomorrow We need [50] contributions by tomorrow to put us on track of our goal. FIGHT BACK …

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  The George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 28, 2023 at 4:01 PM

The threat of disinformation is right in front of us

We know Election Day may seem far ahead, but the threat of disinformation is right in front of us.   May Fundraising Deadline in 3 Days Can you be [1] of [30] donors we need to get back on track to meet our end-of-month goal? Without donations from supporters like you,…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 26, 2023 at 8:31 PM

Disinformation is driving critical legislation across the country.

Access to the ballot, LGBTQ+ rights, and reproductive access are being impacted by disinformation online.May Newsletter May 26, 2023 The George Washington Initiative is committed to locating and dismantling disinformation ecosystems. As our initiative grows, we also want to make sure we keep you inf…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 23, 2023 at 11:21 PM

We’re setting the record straight.

Having a strong network of supporters is vital in ensuring we have the resources to combat new waves of disinformation.   John, Disinformation is leading a flurry of legislation attacking already marginalized communities in the US. And as far-right groups ramp up their efforts…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 22, 2023 at 9:31 PM

The Big Lie's impact on our voting rights →

Millions of voters will be disenfranchised as a result of the lingering distrust brought on by the Big Lie.   John, More than two years after the insurrection, the Big Lie continues to have a resounding impact on election distrust and voting rights. 🚨 In North Carolina, the n…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

May 20, 2023 at 5:20 PM

let's stop the next January 6th

It’s pivotal that we remain alert and ready to combat this dangerous threat across the country.   John, Phil here. I don't have to tell you how dangerous the new waves of disinformation are for our democracy. The "Big Lie" nearly toppled our democracy in 2021. And more than …

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 18, 2023 at 9:24 PM

sweeping voting restrictions across the nation →

Millions of voters will be disenfranchised as a result of the lingering distrust brought on by the Big Lie.   John, More than two years after the insurrection, the Big Lie continues to have a resounding impact on election distrust and voting rights. 🚨 In North Carolina, the n…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

May 16, 2023 at 8:17 PM

lie after lie

As the 2024 election comes into focus, it’s vital we hold the media accountable for giving bad-faith actors a platform.   John, Last week’s CNN town hall with former President Trump was a complete disaster. In one night, Trump once again spread lie after lie. He claimed the …

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

May 14, 2023 at 6:01 PM

We're at a crossroads.

As AI and ChatGPT usher in new waves of disinformation, we can either watch or take action.   John, We’re at a crossroads. As AI and ChatGPT usher in new waves of disinformation, we can either watch or take action. At the George Washington Initiative, we choose to take actio…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

May 12, 2023 at 10:02 PM

preventing another January 6th

It’s pivotal that we remain alert and ready to combat this dangerous threat across the country.   John, Phil here. I don't have to tell you how dangerous the new waves of disinformation are for our democracy. The "Big Lie" nearly toppled our democracy in 2021. And more than …

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 11, 2023 at 4:00 PM

combating DisMis ahead of the 2024 election

Your support is pivotal in helping us combat the coming waves of disinformation about the 2024 election.   Republicans counter Biden announcement with dystopian, AI-aided video The Washington Post FIGHT BACK John, As we encounter new waves of di…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

May 10, 2023 at 9:16 PM

Volunteer with us!

With AI quickly on the rise and social media accelerating the culture of dis- and misinformation, it’s imperative we take action as soon as possible.   John, Last month, our volunteers helped us get the word out about rising disinformation about Trump’s legal battles. This is …

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

May 9, 2023 at 11:01 PM

combating DisMis ahead of the 2024 election

Your support is pivotal in helping us combat the coming waves of disinformation about the 2024 election.   Republicans counter Biden announcement with dystopian, AI-aided video The Washington Post FIGHT BACK John, As we encounter new waves of di…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

March 28, 2023 at 10:31 PM

join our efforts to combat disinformation

With your support, we were able to get the word out about these dangerous narratives.   John, With only a few days until our first quarter deadline, we need your support to keep up with growing disinformation narratives. Can we count on your support to help us combat dis- and …

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  Brooke Ledesma · [email protected]

March 24, 2023 at 8:41 PM

we need to hear from you

Your support helped us get the word out about growing online threats by far right-wing groups to “run on banks.”   John, Central to our initiative is our network of our supporters committed to combating dis- and misinformation. Your support helped us get the word out about gro…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

March 20, 2023 at 10:31 PM

ICYMI: Trump supporters are prepping

If you haven’t heard yet, former President Donald Trump says he expects to be arrested this week and he’s called on his supporters to protest.   If you haven’t heard yet, former President Donald Trump says he expects to be arrested this week and he’s called on his supporters to…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

March 18, 2023 at 10:28 PM

This is urgent- plz read

If you haven’t heard yet, former President Donald Trump says he expects to be arrested this week and he’s called on his supporters to protest.   If you haven’t heard yet, former President Donald Trump says he expects to be arrested this week and he’s called on his supporters to…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

March 8, 2023 at 11:45 PM

Landscape Report: A Rise in Anti-Trans Hate Speech

Identifying disinformation is only the beginning of our work.   John, The rapid spread of disinformation is an unfortunate reality of our current political environment. While we react to the latest conspiracy theory to hit the mainstream, another false narrative is already formi…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

March 1, 2023 at 12:01 AM

quick note 🖊️

Our team at the George Washington Initiative has been working tirelessly to create a strong initiative that delivers on our mission.   John, Phil here. Before tonight’s deadline, I wanted to leave a quick note. But before I do that, will you contribute anything you can to our i…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

February 28, 2023 at 11:10 PM

quick note 🖊️

Our team at the George Washington Initiative has been working tirelessly to create a strong initiative that delivers on our mission.   John, Phil here. Before tonight’s deadline, I wanted to leave a quick note. But before I do that, will you contribute anything you can to our i…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

February 26, 2023 at 5:15 PM

Ohio

The Ohio train derailment is yet another devastating incident generating conspiracy theories online.   The Ohio Train Derailment Created a Perfect TikTok Storm The social media platform helped push the story into the mainstream while also fueling misinformation and cons…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

February 26, 2023 at 4:10 PM

"perfect TikTok storm"

The Ohio train derailment is yet another devastating incident generating conspiracy theories online.   The Ohio Train Derailment Created a Perfect TikTok Storm The social media platform helped push the story into the mainstream while also fueling misinformation and cons…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

February 24, 2023 at 12:01 AM

an update on our progress

Our tech is now patent pending and we couldn’t have done it without your support!   John, The George Washington Initiative was founded to take decisive action against dis- and misinformation. And nearly a year after our launch, we continue to make strides in developing our inno…

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  Keith Presley · [email protected]

February 23, 2023 at 10:50 PM

a brief update

Our tech is now patent pending and we couldn’t have done it without your support!   John, The George Washington Initiative was founded to take decisive action against dis- and misinformation. And nearly a year after our launch, we continue to make strides in developing our inno…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

February 21, 2023 at 9:33 PM

📚Book Bans and 🗞️ Media Literacy

As we work to combat disinformation, we must continue to stress the importance of media and news literacy.   John, Media literacy is one of the greatest tools at our disposal to combat dis- and misinformation. But far-right politicians like Ron DeSantis are actively working t…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

February 20, 2023 at 4:40 PM

Presidents' Day

This day calls on us to reflect on our first president, our nation’s founding, and our nation’s values.   John, Presidents' Day calls on us to reflect on our first president, our nation’s founding, and our nation’s values. In a letter to James Lloyd in 1799, George Washington …

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

February 20, 2023 at 4:37 PM

Presidents' Day

This day calls on us to reflect on our first president, our nation’s founding, and our nation’s values.   John, Presidents' Day calls on us to reflect on our first president, our nation’s founding, and our nation’s values. In a letter to James Lloyd in 1799, George Washington …

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

February 18, 2023 at 6:35 PM

📚Book Bans and 🗞️ Media Literacy

As we work to combat disinformation, we must continue to stress the importance of media and news literacy.   John, Media literacy is one of the greatest tools at our disposal to combat dis- and misinformation. But far-right politicians like Ron DeSantis are actively working t…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

February 16, 2023 at 9:33 PM

reaching out personally

It's essential we take action to fight misinformation.   John, According to analysis, if you tallied up all the unvaccinated people who lost their lives to COVID after vaccines were available to all adults, it would total around 319,000. This is a heartbreaking metric give…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

February 16, 2023 at 9:31 PM

reaching out personally

It's essential we take action to fight misinformation.   John, According to analysis, if you tallied up all the unvaccinated people who lost their lives to COVID after vaccines were available to all adults, it would total around 319,000. This is a heartbreaking metric give…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

February 15, 2023 at 11:46 PM

Tell us: What do you think of AI?

People are already finding new uses for AI language tools every day, it likely isn’t going away any time soon.   John, People are already finding new uses for AI language tools every day, it likely isn’t going away any time soon. And as disinformation becomes more and more unfe…

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  George Washington Initiative · [email protected]

February 15, 2023 at 10:50 PM

Tell us: What do you think of AI?

People are already finding new uses for AI language tools every day, it likely isn’t going away any time soon.   John, People are already finding new uses for AI language tools every day, it likely isn’t going away any time soon. And as disinformation becomes more and more unfe…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

February 13, 2023 at 11:15 PM

Links to disinformation 🔗

As Election Day draws closer, DisMis will only intensify.   John, Coordinated link sharing is one of the most prominent ways disinformation spreads. It’s the culprit behind disinformation around the overturn of Roe v. Wade and what has motivated calls for violence against gover…

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  Phil Ehr · [email protected]

February 13, 2023 at 10:40 PM

Links to disinformation 🔗

As Election Day draws closer, DisMis will only intensify.   John, Coordinated link sharing is one of the most prominent ways disinformation spreads. It’s the culprit behind disinformation around the overturn of Roe v. Wade and what has motivated calls for violence against gover…

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  Brooke Ledesma · [email protected]

February 11, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Fwd: This email was written by AI.

Now that we’ve got your attention, you’ve probably heard about chatbots by now.   John, Ok. Now that we’ve got your attention, you’ve probably heard about chatbots by now. If you haven’t, here’s a quick summary: Chatbots are a language model tool that gathers data to respond to your pro…

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