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  Team Durbin · [email protected]
February 28, 2020 at 7:22 PM

Let's keep Illinois blue

John, we wanted to make sure you saw this. Dick Durbin is working hard for a victory in this must-win Illinois race, but he needs all of us standing with him right now. Pitch in $5 to keep Illinois blue and help Democrats reclaim the Senate in 2020. Contribute ---Original Message from Dic…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
February 27, 2020 at 10:35 PM

Mitch McConnell is on the ballot in every Senate race in 2020

John, A Mitch McConnell-controlled Senate is guaranteed partisan gridlock for any Democratic President. That’s why we need a Blue Senate and that effort starts with Illinois. Contribute $5 now to help me win and I promise every dollar will be spent wisely and every dollar I don’t need will be…
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
February 27, 2020 at 7:05 PM

Restoring Our Military Priorities

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, Starting in the spring of 2019, the Trump Administration began diverting Congressionally-appropriated military funding - $2.5 billion worth - to be used in the construc…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
February 25, 2020 at 11:51 PM

Three weeks until the Illinois primary

John, Today marks just three more weeks until the Illinois Democratic primary on March 17. Keeping Illinois blue could be make-or-break in our fight for a Democratic Senate majority. With just 21 days until the primary, Dick Durbin needs us standing with him in this critical moment. Will you…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
February 21, 2020 at 8:28 PM

John Hickenlooper needs our help today

John, Last night, President Trump was in Colorado rallying his GOP base and supporting the state’s embattled Republican Senator. And while President Trump is pulling out all the stops to keep Colorado’s Senate seat red, he can’t change the fact that political insiders are calling Colorado one…
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
February 21, 2020 at 7:37 PM

Pres. Trump is Stonewalling Efforts to Get Vietnam Vets Health Care

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, For far too long, the Trump Administration has stonewalled efforts to extend critical health benefits to veterans whose service in Vietnam exposed them to Agent Orange…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
February 18, 2020 at 8:49 PM

Barbara Bollier is tied in Kansas

John, We just got some great news about the Kansas Senate race. Democrat Barbara Bollier is tied in the polls with her likely GOP opponent, Kris Kobach. That’s right: Kansas is a swing state this November. If we’re going to take back the Senate from Mitch McConnell and the GOP, we need to pic…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
February 18, 2020 at 12:19 AM

The Trump budget is unforgivable (add your name)

John, President Trump’s budget proposal is unforgivable. Instead of helping working class Americans and people with pre-existing conditions, he’s demanding billions for his border wall and slashing critical programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. John, we all need to speak out …
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
February 14, 2020 at 6:26 PM

Congress Takes Back the Power to Declare War

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, Congress, and Congress alone, has the power to decide whether to declare war. Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution is clear - as it should be.  We should not…
  DickDurbin.com · [email protected]
February 14, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Donate any amount and receive this limited edition sticker

John, Dick Durbin is fighting to take back the Senate from Mitch McConnell and the GOP this November, but he can’t win this fight without all of us standing by his side. Make a contribution -- of any amount -- and we’ll send you a brand new Durbin 2020 sticker to show your support for Dick Du…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
February 13, 2020 at 7:42 PM

Don't miss your chance for a free sticker

John, we wanted to make sure you saw this before it’s too late! Make a contribution of any amount now to get your free Durbin 2020 sticker! CLAIM YOUR STICKER ---Original Message--- John, We are giving away a free Durbin 2020 sticker to everyone who makes a contribution to this email. …
  Durbin 2020 · [email protected]
February 13, 2020 at 12:03 AM

Free sticker for John

John, We are giving away a free Durbin 2020 sticker to everyone who makes a contribution to this email. Pitch in any amount to our campaign and claim your free sticker right now! We wanted the members of our grassroots team to be the first to know about these new Durbin 2020 stickers so you…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
February 11, 2020 at 12:58 AM

This race could flip the Senate

John, This is big: Rev. Raphael Warnock just announced that he’s running for U.S. Senate in Georgia. Rev. Warnock is a pastor, community leader, and social justice advocate -- and he’s already earned the endorsement of former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams. We can flip the Sena…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
February 7, 2020 at 9:18 PM

I'll never stop fighting to hold President Trump accountable

John, There’s no way around it -- this has been a trying week for our democracy. But I wanted to send you a quick message at this pivotal moment to let you know something important: I will never stop fighting to hold President Trump accountable for his reckless actions. I will keep working t…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
February 6, 2020 at 10:45 PM

Doug Jones

John, Yesterday, during the final votes in President Trump’s impeachment trial, every Senate Democrat stood strong and voted to convict and remove the President from office. That includes my friend and colleague Doug Jones, a red-state Democrat from Alabama, who faced pressure from Republican…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
February 5, 2020 at 5:32 PM

Ready to take back the White House and the Senate?

Did you see Senator Durbin's note last night, John? We can hold President Trump and the GOP accountable -- but the fight starts now. Contribute $5 now if you're ready to take back the White House and the Senate this November. CONTRIBUTE ---Original Message from Dick Durbin--- John, Pre…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
February 5, 2020 at 3:57 AM

The State of the Union

John, President Trump just gave his State of the Union address. While he continued to push for his divisive and reckless agenda, one thing was clearer than ever -- 2020 is a defining moment for our nation, and we must take back the White House and the Senate in November. From cruel, anti-immi…
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
February 4, 2020 at 7:29 PM

How to Save the Lake Michigan Shoreline

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, Like most Illinoisans, there is a special place in my heart for Lake Michigan.  But more recently, extreme weather & flooding in Illinois has had a major impact o…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
January 20, 2020 at 9:28 PM

This is our final opportunity

John, Quick update on Senator Durbin’s goal: we only need to raise another $2,104 to cross the finish line. We’ve made incredible progress -- and we can’t slow down now when we’re almost there. This is our final opportunity to hit this important mid-month goal and ensure that our January fund…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
January 20, 2020 at 2:03 AM

Our goal is within reach, John

We’re more than halfway there, John! Since Senator Durbin set this goal earlier today, this team has really stepped up. With your help, we can reach this crucial goal before tomorrow night. Our goal is within reach, but if we want to take back the Senate, we need to dig deep to get this done…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
January 19, 2020 at 8:17 PM

Will you stand with me?

John, In the Senate, I am fighting to hold President Trump accountable, lower drug prices and defend access to affordable health care, raise wages for working families, and fight climate change. But as long as Mitch McConnell is the Senate Majority Leader, we can’t make progress on these issu…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
January 17, 2020 at 8:05 PM

Here's how we're going to flip the Senate

John, Iowa. Kentucky. Texas. Dick Durbin is supporting exceptional Democratic Senate candidates in each of these states -- and he’s asking you to join him. Will you show your support for MJ Hegar in Texas, Theresa Greenfield in Iowa, and Amy McGrath in Kentucky as they fight to take back the …
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
January 16, 2020 at 4:07 PM

The USMCA Is a Win for Illinois

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, Last week, I was proud to announce my support for the United States Mexico Canada Agreement, or USMCA, which updates the North American Free Trade Agreement, or NAFTA.…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
January 15, 2020 at 8:31 PM

Vote now on our new Durbin 2020 sticker design

John, As Dick Durbin’s re-election campaign kicks into gear, we’re getting ready to roll out some new bumper stickers exclusively for our supporters. Will you help us pick the design? Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Soon, you’ll be able to get one of these stickers of your own to show y…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
January 13, 2020 at 8:05 PM

Jim Oberweis is back again

John, You might remember Republican Jim Oberweis -- he ran against me in 2014 and lost. Now, he’s back, and he’s challenging my friend, Democrat Lauren Underwood, for her seat in Congress. And he just launched $30,000 worth of dishonest attack ads against her. John, Lauren needs us standing …
  [email protected] · [email protected]
January 13, 2020 at 3:07 AM

Cook Political Report: Senate majority is in play

John, We know that Democrats can win the Senate this November -- and the experts agree. The Cook Political Report’s most recent 2020 electoral analysis is clear about our prospects: "Democrats appear to have expanded the playing field enough to put Republicans’ majority at risk." Dick Durbin …
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
January 10, 2020 at 7:36 PM

Only Congress Can Declare War With Iran

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, This week, Iran fired more than a dozen ballistic missiles at two military bases in Iraq where American troops are based. Fortunately, no one was harmed. As tensions …
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
January 9, 2020 at 2:44 AM

Barbara Bollier

John, This week, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced that he would not be running for the U.S. Senate in Kansas. That means that extreme conservative Kris Kobach will likely be the next nominee -- and Democrats have a better chance than ever of flipping this critical Senate seat. Barbara…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
January 6, 2020 at 6:27 PM

Thank you, John

John, I wanted to share the good news about our year-end goal. My team just told me that we surpassed all expectations and we’re starting 2020 ready to win this race and take back the Senate. I am thankful for your support. I’m fighting every day to keep Illinois blue and remove Mitch McConne…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
December 31, 2019 at 10:44 PM

My last email of the year

John, First, I want to thank all of you for the support and friendship you’ve given me over the last year. I am proud to have all of you behind me as I fight for our families and values in the Senate. Despite President Trump’s reckless actions and Mitch McConnell’s obstruction in the Senate, …
  Durbin 2020 · [email protected]
December 31, 2019 at 2:06 PM

Asking for your support on New Year's Eve

John, It’s New Year’s Eve and we are just a few hours away from the FEC fundraising deadline. That’s why we’re emailing you now and asking for your support for Dick Durbin before midnight. If we’re going to win this race and keep Illinois blue, we simply can’t afford to come up short on our e…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
December 31, 2019 at 2:41 AM

Closing the books on 2019

John, Dick Durbin is all in when it comes to 2020. He’s ready to fight to keep Illinois blue, elect a new Democratic president, and take back the Senate from Mitch McConnell. Are you with him? As we get ready to close the books on 2019, now is the time to invest in the 2020 fight. That’s why …
  Durbin HQ · [email protected]
December 30, 2019 at 7:31 PM

Falling behind

John, We wanted to send you a quick note to let you know that Senator Durbin is still a bit short of meeting his December fundraising goal ahead of the December 31 FEC deadline. Why is it so important for our campaign to meet this end-of-quarter goal? Because this public fundraising report is…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
December 29, 2019 at 8:04 PM

We're counting on you, John

John, Senator Durbin needs our support before the December 31 FEC deadline. He’s counting on grassroots supporters like you to get him over the finish line. Contribute $5 toward our end-of-quarter goal before the deadline and join us in the fight to re-elect Senator Durbin and take back the …
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
December 29, 2019 at 3:22 AM

Need your support before the end of the year

We’re gearing up for Democratic victory in 2020, but first we need to meet our final fundraising goal of 2019. Will you contribute $5 now to support my campaign? John, In 2020, the fight to elect a new president and a Democratic Senate majority are essential to the future of this country. I’m…
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
December 20, 2019 at 9:06 PM

The First Step Act, One Year Later

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, One year ago this month, Congress came together on a bipartisan basis to tackle one of the toughest political issues of our day—criminal justice reform—and pass the land…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
December 20, 2019 at 1:38 AM

The health care fight isn't over, John

John, With the Fifth Circuit’s decision overturning part of the Affordable Care Act yesterday, we just got a stark reminder that the health care fight isn’t over -- and if Republicans get their way, Illinoisans and people across this country will be at risk of losing their health insurance. H…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
December 18, 2019 at 6:26 PM

We can't afford to fall behind on this goal

John, My team just shared an update with me on our mid-month fundraising goal. The good news is we are nearly halfway there -- but we still need to raise $6,893 before tomorrow to meet this benchmark and keep our campaign on track. Can I count on you to make a contribution now? Pitch in $5 be…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
December 17, 2019 at 11:10 PM

Can you take a look at this, John?

John, We are emailing today to ask you to contribute $5 to support Dick Durbin’s re-election campaign and help him meet his $10,000 mid-month fundraising goal. Why is this so important? Because if we’re going to keep Illinois blue and flip the Senate in 2020, every dollar counts as we work to…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
December 17, 2019 at 3:42 AM

It's time for President Trump to stop undermining the conclusions in the FBI's Russia investigation

John, Last week in the Senate Judiciary Committee, I questioned the Department of Justice’s Inspector General Michael Horowitz about his nonpartisan report on the FBI’s investigation into Russia’s interference in our 2016 elections. He made it clear that the Russia investigation was not influe…
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
December 12, 2019 at 7:14 PM

The Republican Tax Results Are In

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, It’s hard to believe that it has been two years since Republicans in Congress gave out more than $1 trillion in tax cuts to billionaires and corporations, leaving midd…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
December 11, 2019 at 9:40 PM

Here's how we'll flip the Senate, John

We can flip the Senate in 2020, but we’ve got to defend Democratic champions like Jeanne Shaheen and Gary Peters. Contribute $5 to support their campaigns now. John, Taking back the Senate from Mitch McConnell and the GOP in 2020 is just as important as defeating President Trump. And Republic…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
December 11, 2019 at 12:18 AM

Holiday deadline: Order Durbin 2020 gear now

  Paid for by Friends of Dick Durbin   This email was sent to [email protected]. Should you want to unsubscribe, you can click here. Join Senator Durbin in taking on powerful special interests on behalf of hard-working middle class families by making a contribution to our campaign here. …
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
December 6, 2019 at 8:44 PM

These Democratic Senate candidates need our support

Will you make a $5 contribution to support Democrats Cal Cunningham in North Carolina, Theresa Greenfield in Iowa, and John Hickenlooper in Colorado? John, We know how important keeping Illinois blue is in the fight to take back the Senate. But if we’re going to reclaim a Democratic majority,…
  The Durbin Report · [email protected]
December 5, 2019 at 7:42 PM

Defrauded Student Borrowers Deserve Relief

The Durbin Report: A message from Senator Richard J. Durbin Fellow Illinoisan, The for-profit college industry - which enrolls just nine percent of students but accounts for 33 percent of all federal student loan defaults - has defrauded hundreds…
  Team Durbin · [email protected]
December 4, 2019 at 9:18 PM

Available now: Durbin 2020 t-shirts, mugs, buttons, and more

  Paid for by Friends of Dick Durbin   This email was sent to [email protected]. Should you want to unsubscribe, you can click here. Join Senator Durbin in taking on powerful special interests on behalf of hard-working middle class families by making a contribution to our campaign here. F…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
December 1, 2019 at 2:02 AM

Can't do this without you, John

Make a $5 contribution before midnight to help me meet my end-of-month goal. John, This week, I filed petitions to officially put my name on the ballot for re-election in 2020. I’m ready to fight as hard as I can to keep Illinois blue and elect a Democratic Senate majority. We need a strong …
  Durbin HQ · [email protected]
November 30, 2019 at 7:49 PM

Our end-of-month goal

John, Dick Durbin just launched his re-election campaign this week and he needs our support! We need 100 new donations before midnight to meet our November goal. Will you pitch in $5 right now and join the fight to re-elect Dick Durbin to the Senate in 2020? This race is critical because peo…
  Dick Durbin · [email protected]
November 27, 2019 at 7:54 PM

Thank you

John, Since I launched my 2020 campaign this week, the outpouring of support from people in Illinois and across the nation has been inspiring. I’m proud to be in this fight with all of you. We all have a part to play in the fights ahead: keeping Illinois blue, flipping the Senate, and defeati…
  Durbin 2020 · [email protected]
November 26, 2019 at 1:02 AM

This is a must-win race, John

John, we wanted to make sure you saw this. Dick Durbin launched his re-election campaign today and he needs your support to win this crucial 2020 race.Pitch in $5 right now to help launch Dick Durbin’s 2020 campaign. CONTRIBUTE  ---Original Message from Senator Dick Durbin--- It’s official…