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April 1, 2024 at 9:29 PM

Congressman Garamendi Annual BBQ

On April 27th, 2024, I’ll be hosting my Annual Basque BBQ!  It’s time for family fun, great food, good music, and a terrific afternoon in the Gold Country of California; you can get your tickets today by for just $35 a person by visiting https://secure.actblue.com/donate/garamendi4.27.24Dear Friends…

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November 9, 2022 at 6:00 PM

Thank you

Thank you I am deeply grateful and humbled by this vote of confidence from the voters in Contra Costa and Solano Counties. This decisive victory gives us an opportunity to continue the critically important work that’s before us. ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ D…

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June 30, 2022 at 11:04 PM

We're in this Fight

We're in this Fight Right now, Republicans in Congress and on the Supreme Court have one goal: undermine everything, remove all federal protections Americans rely on, and dismantle American democracy. ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Right now, Republicans in Congr…

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June 25, 2022 at 7:31 AM

Roe v. Wade

Roe v. Wade We cannot accept this attack on the right to choose. ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend,A woman’s right to choose is fundamental and must be protected. I am outraged that the Republican-appointed Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade and en…

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June 16, 2022 at 6:30 PM

Fighting for Universal Healthcare

Fighting for Universal Healthcare When I served as California’s first elected Insurance Commissioner I helped design the first universal healthcare plan to pass a legislature anywhere in America. ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend,When I served as Califor…

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June 8, 2022 at 6:30 PM

Thank You for the Vote of Confidence

Thank You for the Vote of Confidence I was honored to secure a strong victory in Primary Election with 67% of the vote ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend, I am deeply grateful and humbled by this 67% vote of confidence from the voters in Contra Costa and …

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June 8, 2022 at 5:47 PM

Thank you for your submission. We look forward to working with you to strengthen America's working families.

Dear John, Thank you for joining our grassroots campaign, committed to strengthening America's working families. Together, we can rebuild our middle class and ensure that all Americans have an equal opportunity to achieving their dreams. Thank you for your support. Sincerely, John Garamendi Cont…

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June 7, 2022 at 6:30 PM

Today is Election Day!

Today is Election Day! The California Primary Election is today. We need your help to Get Out The Vote. ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend,Today is Election Day in California! Right now, millions of Californians are headed to the polls to vote in the June…

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June 2, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Protecting a Woman's Right to Choose

Protecting a Woman's Right to Choose We will not go back, and I will always work in Congress to protect a woman’s right to choose. ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend,It’s just as we feared. Last month, news broke that the Supreme Court of the United State…

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May 31, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Last Week in Texas

Last Week in Texas I am tired of grieving, I am tired of worrying for the well-being of my grandchildren. We must act. Now. ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend, Our nation’s schools should be safe institutions for children to learn, play, and grow in. Inst…

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May 27, 2022 at 9:30 AM

The Ballots Are Out!

The Ballots are out! California’s Primary Election will take place on June 7, and every registered voter has already been mailed a ballot. The future of our democracy depends on your vote, so please fill out and return your ballot as soon as possible. ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ …

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March 31, 2022 at 4:30 PM

Why Tomorrow's Deadline Matters

This Thursday, March 31, at midnight, is the end of our financial quarter—the very first one of 2022 ­ ­ ­ View in browser ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend, This Thursday, March 31, at midnight, is the end of our financial quarter—the very first one of 2022. As you know, th…

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March 16, 2022 at 5:03 PM

Exciting news

The grassroots Democrats have spoken, and I am proud to share that last weekend I was overwhelmingly endorsed by our California Democratic Party. ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend,The grassroots Democrats have spoken, and I am proud to share that I was overwhelmingly endor…

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March 2, 2022 at 6:25 PM

Tonight - Campaign Kick-off with Speaker Pelosi

Please join me and special guests Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senator Alex Padilla, House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn, future Assemblymember Lori Wilson, and Mayor Gabe Quinto at a virtual campaign kick-off at 6PM Wednesday, March 2nd. ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Plea…

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February 20, 2022 at 5:01 PM

You're invited - Campaign Kick-Off

Please join me and special guests Senator Alex Padilla, House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn, future Assemblymember Lori Wilson, and more speakers to come at the virtual campaign kick-off at 6PM Wednesday, March 2nd. ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Thank you for all of…

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February 17, 2022 at 8:25 PM

Today is just the start!

I am overjoyed to announce I just filed papers to declare my re-election candidacy for Congress in California’s 8th Congressional District. ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend,I am overjoyed to announce I  just filed papers to declare my re-election candidacy for Congress in Califor…

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December 24, 2021 at 9:37 PM

Happy Holidays and Exciting News

From our family to yours we wish you a warm, restful, and safe holiday season. I’m honored to announce I will seek re-election in CA-08. ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend, From our family to yours we wish you a warm, restful, and safe holiday season. I hope you are able to spend ti…

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November 21, 2021 at 11:30 PM

Reconnecting

It has been a while since we connected. I hope this finds you and your loved ones healthy and well. ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Dear Friend, It has been a while since we connected. I hope this finds you and your loved ones healthy and well. Here’s an inside look on what we are do…

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June 5, 2021 at 3:14 PM

Discussing Infrastructure on National TV

  Dear Friend,   I am joining two national television programs soon to discuss the American Jobs Plan—the transformative transportation and infrastructure legislation that will rebuild our crumbling infrastructure with American materials and workers.    As a senior member of the Transportat…

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March 30, 2021 at 4:40 PM

The deadline is almost here

  Dear John,   I’m writing to you ahead of an important deadline. Are you able to pitch in $25, $50, or even $100 by Wednesday, March 31st? A contribution from you will go a long way in helping me in the fight against the National Republican Congressional Committee’s efforts to take my seat.…

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March 26, 2021 at 7:18 PM

Working for you

  Hello John,   My Democratic colleagues and I have joined President Biden in pledging to heal the soul of our nation and move forward into a brighter future, and we’re delivering on our promises. But despite our efforts, we have also experienced several challenging moments this year. Whethe…

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November 4, 2020 at 6:41 AM

Thank you, and let's get to work

    Dear John, Thank you to the voters of the 3rd Congressional District for tonight’s vote of confidence. This victory gives us an opportunity to continue the critically important work that’s before us.    The national election has exposed the reality of a deeply divided nation in r…

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November 3, 2020 at 2:12 AM

What we have done together

    Dear John,   ​Tomorrow is Election Day, and like many other candidates I am on the ballot in hopes of continuing the critical work we have before us. You have heard it many times, but in my 50 years of service I have never meant it more, this is the most important election of our time…

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October 23, 2020 at 12:13 AM

Let's reelect TJ Cox

    Dear John, Please join Speaker Nancy Pelosi and me this Monday in supporting my good friend and close ally Congressman TJ Cox. Congressman Cox is in one of the most competitive races in the nation, and we need to do everything we can to get him reelected. In his two years in Congress,…

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September 22, 2020 at 10:34 PM

Register to Vote Today!

  Dear Friend, Today is National Voter Registration Day! We all know what’s at stake in this critical election. The most powerful thing you can do to push back against President Trump’s attacks on our health care, environment and middle class is to vote. Use this day to check your registratio…

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August 22, 2020 at 2:56 PM

Critical Fire Information

    Dear John,   The destruction and fear caused by the hundreds of fires across the state is devastating. Multiple fires are burning through my Congressional District, including the LNU complex which has claimed 4 lives, nearly 500 homes, and burned over 300,000 acres. For those who hav…

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August 18, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Protecting the Postal Service

    Dear John,   I’m sure you’ve seen the headlines by now — in an attempt to sabotage our election, President Trump has launched an all out attack on the USPS by blocking its funding, removing mail drop boxes, and laying off postal workers. Our mail shouldn’t be involved in these ugly …

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August 11, 2020 at 9:22 PM

Kamala is our VP!

    Dear John, Kamala Harris is a fantastic choice for Vice President. Her experience, compassion and strong moral leadership make her a perfect fit to help Joe Biden unite this country through these turbulent times.  Our country is in the midst of economic collapse, an unprecedented glo…

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July 8, 2020 at 5:05 PM

We Need Strong Leadership

    Dear John,   This week I joined “America’s Newsroom” on Fox News to deliver a simple message: unlike Trump, my friend Joe Biden understands people and their needs. He understands that Americans want strong moral leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, sure that their hard work w…

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June 30, 2020 at 6:07 PM

I Need Your Help

Dear Friend, We’re entering the critical point of the 2020 election. As campaigns ramp up over the summer it is crucial to show a strong base of support to fend off any major opposition. After tonight, my fundraising numbers will go public for the first time this summer. I need your help now t…

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June 29, 2020 at 8:24 PM

Keep up the Fight

  Dear Friend, We’re three-and-a-half years into the Trump Administration and our country is grappling with a global pandemic that’s killed over 120,000 Americans, a devastating unemployment crisis, and historic civil unrest. President Trump has fanned the flames on every issue by minimizing a…

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June 28, 2020 at 8:11 PM

Join me on CNN Tonight

  Dear Friend, The New York Times is reporting that Russia has secretly offered bounties to kill American troops in Afghanistan. It also alleges that President Trump was briefed on the news in March and did nothing. Now, the President is denying that he ever received that briefing. Either he’…

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May 27, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Tonight - Join my Televised Town-Hall

    Dear John, Tomorrow, May 27th at 7:00 p.m. Pacific Time I will be participating in a FOX virtual town hall to discuss the ongoing coronavirus crisis and the work we are doing to overcome this challenging time. The event will be televised state-wide and can be viewed on your local FOX …

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May 26, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Request your delegate ballot today

    Dear John, I look forward to casting my vote this August at the Democratic National Convention to nominate Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States, but who will be voting with me? You can help select the California delegates for the Democratic National C…

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May 25, 2020 at 12:41 AM

Thank you for your submission. We look forward to working with you to strengthen America's working families.

Dear John, Thank you for joining our grassroots campaign, committed to strengthening America's working families. Together, we can rebuild our middle class and ensure that all Americans have an equal opportunity to achieving their dreams. Thank you for your support. Sincerely, John Garamendi Cont…

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April 22, 2020 at 2:30 PM

My legislation to beat the virus

    Dear John, To beat COVID-19, we must establish a robust testing and contact tracing program that helps us track and ultimately contain the virus. The former head of the CDC, Tom Frieden, argued that it is the only way that we can control this pandemic in an op-ed you can read here. Th…

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April 11, 2020 at 10:38 PM

We celebrate together

    Dear John,   As many of us celebrate Passover and Easter this week under unprecedented circumstances, it gives us a new opportunity to reflect on their teachings and lessons. These holidays remind us that people have struggled throughout our history, but because they cared for each oth…

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March 20, 2020 at 1:08 AM

POSTPONED: 43rd Annual Garamendi Basque BBQ

    Dear John,   The annual barbecue has long been a family affair, young children, grandparents and everybody in between enjoying a spring day at our Touch the Earth Ranch. As the  COVID-19 pandemic rolls across America, all of us share a common challenge to slow the spread of the virus…

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March 10, 2020 at 5:01 PM

Coronavirus update today on CNN Newsroom with Brooke Baldwin at 3:30pm ET/12:30pm PT

  Dear Friend,   Today I am going on CNN Newsroom with Brooke Baldwin to update you on the coronavirus and the steps we should take to protect ourselves from contracting and spreading the virus. Please tune in to CNN at 3:30pm ET/12:30pm PT. I hope you will join me for this important discussi…

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March 4, 2020 at 8:02 AM

Thank you

    Dear John,   Thank you to voters across the 3rd District for your strong show of support in the Primary Election. Serving as your Representative in Congress is the highest honor that I could ask for, and I will continue to fight for our community every day.  In the last year alone, the…

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March 2, 2020 at 9:10 PM

Tune in to CNN at 6:00pm ET/3:00pm PT

    Dear Friend, Tonight I will be on CNN at 6:00pm ET/3:00am PT to give my opinion on Super Tuesday, and update you on the coronavirus situation.  Both topics have the potential to greatly impact our future. I hope you will join me for this important discussion. Thank you, John Garamendi …

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March 1, 2020 at 3:56 PM

Speaking up on national tv today

  Dear Friend, Today I will be on national TV to speak about the coronavirus and the steps we can all take to protect ourselves from contracting and spreading the virus. I will be on Fox News at 12 pm ET/9 am PT, MSNBC at 1 pm ET/10 am PT, and CNN at 2 pm ET/11 am PT. I hope you will join me f…

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March 1, 2020 at 1:21 AM

Register today to be a delegate at the Democratic National Convention

  Dear Friend, Democrats are fighting for better health care, a stronger middle class, and for Washington to work for the people. This election will define the future of our nation, and we need a steady hand and unifying leader to unite our country and fight for every American. That’s why I’ve…

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February 28, 2020 at 7:31 PM

I joined MSNBC to discuss coronavirus response

    Dear John,   I joined The Last Word With Lawrence O'Donnell to discuss my constituent who contracted the COVIN-19 strain of Coronavirus without a known source, as well as the disturbingly inadequate response from the CDC, which won't allow the State of California to use its own labs to…

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February 27, 2020 at 2:42 AM

TONIGHT - join me on CNN and Fox News to discuss coronavirus

    Dear John,   Tonight I will appear on Fox News and CNN at 8:00 PM Pacific/11:00 Eastern to discuss the United States' preparations for Coronavirus at home and abroad and what you can do to protect your community. I hope you will join me for this important discussion. I also encourage yo…

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February 22, 2020 at 9:07 PM

Speaking up on National TV Tonight

  Dear Friend, Heads up! I’ll be discussing the Nevada Caucus with Bret Baier on Fox News tonight at 5 pm ET/2 pm PT. Democrats are fighting for better health care, a stronger middle class, and for Washington to work for the people. This election will define the future of our nation, and we ne…

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February 22, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Getting out the Vote in Reno Today

  Dear Friend, Today is the Nevada Caucus, and I’m spending my morning in Reno getting out the vote for Joe Biden. I’m supporting Joe because I want somebody that comes from the middle class to be our President. Someone who understands what it is to try to make it in America as a family, worki…

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February 18, 2020 at 5:20 PM

Today - Voter Registration Deadline!

    Dear John, Today is the final day you can register online to vote in California’s March 3rd primary election. Head to RegisterToVote.ca.gov to register online, it only takes a few minutes. Forward this email to your children, grandchildren, and friends and make sure they’re registered to v…

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February 14, 2020 at 11:18 PM

Raiding Our Defenses - CNN

    Dear John, As Chairman of the Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, I take my role seriously.  Once again, the Trump Administration plans to raid $3.8 billion of funding for critical ships, vehicles, aircraft  and other equipment necessary for our national defense to pay for the Presi…

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February 14, 2020 at 5:01 PM

Fighting to Protect Our Service Members

      Dear John,     As Chairman of the Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, I work to ensure our service members have the support and training necessary to defend our nation. Sadly, in the last 5 years more than three times as many service members died in training-related incidents…

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