LySaundra Campbell · [email protected]

January 28, 2021 at 4:53 PM

Wait. What just happened?

NWLC We’re gonna keep fighting like my Ficus.     Hi John— Happy New Year! We can still say that, right? It feels like the new year has only begun. In one month, our country has gone from insurrection to impeachment to inauguration—sometimes alliterations jus…

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  Arvia Walker · [email protected]

January 27, 2021 at 5:57 PM

Take Action: 100 Wins, 100 Days

NWLC It’s time for bold, decisive action.     Dear John, It's time for change. It’s time for justice. It’s time for action. It’s time to win. As mother Audre Lorde said, “Revolution is not a one-time event.” That’s why we are calling on President Biden, Vice …

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

January 19, 2021 at 5:16 PM

A note before tomorrow.

NWLC Joy and anger. Fear and hope.     Dear John, Tomorrow, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be sworn into office as our next president and vice president. I’m approaching the day with a huge mix of emotions. There is true joy in the history about to be made—w…

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  Uma Iyer · [email protected]

January 11, 2021 at 10:04 PM

Remove Trump NOW.

NWLC If this isn’t the line—then what is?     Dear John, Today, five days after President Trump’s supporters attempted a coup at the U.S. Capitol, the House of Representatives introduced an article of impeachment charging President Trump with “incitement of in…

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

January 4, 2021 at 4:46 PM

Welcome to 2021.

NWLC This new year holds so much promise.     Dear John, 2021 is finally here—and I am so hopeful about what this new year will bring. So much of that is thanks to your commitment to driving forward gender justice as a member of this community in the year to…

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  Jodi · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Out with the old: triple what we can achieve for gender justice in 2021

NWLC Imagine what we can achieve in 2021. Now triple it.     Dear John, Just a few hours left until 2020 is over and we enter a new year. I’m excited to work with you and everyone in our community to advance gender justice in 2021: what happens now can help …

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  Giselle · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 5:01 PM

3x the power for working women, parents, survivors, and students

NWLC Byeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 2020!   Real quick: I just wanted to make sure you saw—today only, your impact can be TRIPLED up to $50,000 thanks to a generous last-minute match to help us hit our $150,000 goal! We’re so close to our $150,000 end of year fundraising goal. Your TRIPLED dona…

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  Fatima Goss · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 5:01 AM

Today only: TRIPLE match for gender justice

NWLC Byeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 2020!     John, Here it is: 2020 is finally coming to a close. I know a lot of us are glad to see it go, but I’m writing today to ask you to do one more thing before the clock strikes midnight: Invest in gender justice for 2021 …

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 29, 2020 at 8:03 PM

FWD: Gifts matched to support the National Women’s Law Center

NWLC Double your impact to protect the rights of women and girls in 2021.   Year-end goal: $150,000 | Match: ACTIVE for John xxxxxx | GIVE NOW Hi, I wanted to make sure you got this note—our goal is to raise $150,000 as a community by midnight on December 31 to fuel the fight for ge…

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  Jane · [email protected]

December 26, 2020 at 1:01 PM

Who’s actually matching your donation?

NWLC You can double your impact, and here’s how it works.     Dear John, You’ve probably seen some emails from us recently, highlighting that a group of donors is willing to match your gift, dollar for dollar. If you have ever wondered who those donors are, w…

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  Gretchen Borchelt · [email protected]

December 16, 2020 at 4:14 PM

MATCH: 2021 is going to be hard work—are you ready?

NWLC We’re taking the fight for gender justice to 2021.     John, 2021 is going to be a big year. The year when we undo the damage of the Trump administration, make change and build a future that’s in line with our values. We‘re ready to be relentless in the …

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  Shiwali Patel, National · [email protected]

December 13, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Update on our Title IX lawsuit

NWLC Where we go from here     Hi John, I’m Shiwali, one of the attorneys suing Betsy DeVos over her proposed Title IX rule—a rule that would make it harder for students facing sexual assault on campus to get the justice they deserve. We recently finished oral…

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  Hilary Woodward · [email protected]

December 12, 2020 at 4:04 PM

Last-minute gifts for the badass feminists in your life

NWLC Support gender justice & get your holiday shopping done!   John—this is a special message from the National Women’s Law Center Action Fund. We just relaunched the Action Fund because it’s clear as many people as possible must join the fight to protect gender justice and our f…

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  Jodi Michael · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 1:08 PM

For true gender justice

NWLC Together, we're going to keep pushing hard for progress.     John, After four long years, we have an opportunity to undo some of the damage and get to work building the future we want to see. But kicking President Trump out of office just isn’t enough—we…

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  [email protected] · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 9:04 PM

Did you see?

NWLC Urgent midnight goal to secure $50,000 to fuel the fight for gender justice.   John, As we approach the end of Giving Tuesday, I wanted to make sure you saw Anita Hill’s note. She’s been such a champion for the Law Center, and today she’s joining us to help secure a $50,000 gift …

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  Giselle Pole · [email protected]

December 1, 2020 at 5:03 PM

Add gender justice to your Giving Tuesday list:

NWLC This time of the year is critical for what lies ahead. Help unlock $50,000 today.     Dear John, It’s been just a few short hours since we announced our Giving Tuesday challenge, and already 103 supporters have answered the call to help us unlock a FIFTY …

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  Jodi Michael · [email protected]

November 30, 2020 at 5:51 PM

Ready?

NWLC We’re not letting up.     Dear John, The election is finally behind us. We’ve had some time to celebrate and to breathe sighs of relief. But the fact is that no matter who’s in office, the National Women’s Law Center is not going to let up in the fight fo…

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  LySaundra Campbell · [email protected]

November 19, 2020 at 10:11 PM

The future we're fighting for is the future we deserve.

NWLC We've been busy!     Hi John— We have had a whirlwind few weeks! Between historic wins, court arguments, and releasing new reports, we’re thankful we also had a moment last Thursday to pause for joy, gather virtually, and celebrate the progress we’ve made…

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

November 7, 2020 at 5:36 PM

The people have spoken.

NWLC !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!     Dear John, They told us we had no power, that our votes didn't count. But they were counted, and our democracy worked. Our organizing and toiling and marching and demanding worked. The people…

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

November 4, 2020 at 7:02 PM

Every vote counts.

NWLC Democracy is working.     Dear John, Repeat after me: It’s OK. Breathe, and then let’s say it again. We knew the election wasn’t going to be decided last night. We were prepared for it. But I get it—feeling unsteady as the results of an election roll in c…

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  Uma Iyer · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 2:24 PM

Three thoughts for today

NWLC Reminder: patience is key   Dear John, I know the polls just opened on the East Coast, so I wanted to send you a quick reminder of what to expect today and how you can help make sure every vote is counted: The presidential race probably won’t be called tonight, and that’s OK. A …

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  Uma Iyer · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 10:07 PM

No matter what happens tomorrow, we fight for gender justice.

NWLC Until—and beyond—every last vote is counted, our mission remains the same.     Dear John, It is anyone's guess what the election will bring us tomorrow. But while those results are still uncertain, here’s something I know for sure—everyone at the National…

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  Anna Chu · [email protected]

October 31, 2020 at 4:10 PM

You can help protect this election

NWLC If you don’t know where to start, here’s something you can do for election integrity in 2020.   Dear John, Election night is going to look a little different this year. Every eligible voter should have their voice heard and their vote counted, but it is going to take longer to cou…

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  LySaundra Campbell · [email protected]

October 30, 2020 at 6:52 PM

The Election Survival Guide You Didn’t Know You Needed

NWLC  I’m interrupting your regular content for much-needed wellness.     Hi John— Hey y’all! I’m interrupting typical announcements and updates to tell you about a much-needed election survival guide. Considering the year we’ve had so far, including the rece…

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  Anna Chu · [email protected]

October 29, 2020 at 5:36 PM

5 days. Here’s what to expect.

NWLC Voters deserve a free, fair, safe election.     Dear John, Five days. That’s all that’s left between today and Election Day. But this year, “Election Day” has been much more than one day—already more than 70 million votes have been cast through early and…

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

October 27, 2020 at 12:13 AM

We will not cede our democracy.

NWLC Amy Coney Barrett Confirmed     Dear John, Amy Coney Barrett was just confirmed as a Supreme Court Justice, and I am angry. I am disheartened. But I am fired up. The anti-democratic priorities of Senate leadership have never been more clear. While million…

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  Anna Chu · [email protected]

October 21, 2020 at 6:30 PM

No backing down, no giving up.

NWLC Together, we are ready.     Dear John, Watching the Amy Coney Barrett confirmation process steamroll forward, it feels easy to edge into despair. It seems almost unbelievable that Senator Mitch McConnell and Senate leaders are willing to rush through a …

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  Anna Chu · [email protected]

October 20, 2020 at 11:01 PM

New merch 😍

NWLC You've got to see this, John.   John—this is a special message from the National Women’s Law Center Action Fund. We just relaunched the Action Fund because it’s clear as many people as possible must get out and vote to protect gender justice and our fundamental rights. The NWLC Ac…

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  Hilary Woodward · [email protected]

October 19, 2020 at 4:07 PM

WE DISSENT: Sign the letter.

NWLC Add your name before the deadline!     Dear John, Are you angry? Because I’m angry. I’m angry that leaders in the Senate were just fine delaying financial relief for families who lost their livelihoods in the pandemic and can’t afford food right now, but …

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  LySaundra Campbell · [email protected]

October 16, 2020 at 8:39 PM

My Therapist Told Me It Isn’t Wise to Make Big Decisions During a Crisis

NWLC Meanwhile, These SCOTUS Hearings…     Hi John— These wise words came from my therapist long before the pandemic, but the words are ringing true as I think about the rush this week to hold hearings and confirm a new Supreme Court justice, who will be anyth…

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  Anna Chu · [email protected]

September 29, 2020 at 8:09 PM

Your debate input needed before tonight:

NWLC Your feedback is needed, John.   John—this is a special action alert from the National Women’s Law Center Action Fund. We just relaunched the Action Fund because it’s clear as many people as possible must get out and vote to protect gender justice and our fundamental rights. We ho…

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

September 26, 2020 at 4:05 PM

FW: Ready to fight

NWLC Everything is on the line.   Dear John, We know that as a D.C. resident you still don't have representation in the Senate. But this is a crucial moment for our future, our rights, and our democracy. Can you forward this email to your friends in other states around the country? Tel…

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  Anna Chu · [email protected]

September 25, 2020 at 5:01 PM

SCOTUS: Hold the line

NWLC Fight Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s plan to vote on a new Supreme Court Justice before the inauguration.     URGENT: Fight back against Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s plan to force through a Supreme Court nominee. …

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  LySaundra Campbell · [email protected]

September 24, 2020 at 8:16 PM

Lessons From RBG and Autumn Leaves

NWLC Dissent, Change, Grow, Repeat.     Hi John— I’ll get right to it and encourage you to give yourself space to grieve and honor both Justice Ginsburg and Breonna Taylor. RBG fought tirelessly for gender justice and her legacy will be cherished and remember…

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  Arvia Walker · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 7:46 PM

Have you registered for the Survivors’ Summit?

NWLC Building Survivor Power. Register TODAY!     Dear John, On Thursday, we’ll be launching the first-ever Survivors’ Summit, and we hope you’ll join us, even during these hard times—especially during these hard times. Like everyone, we’re grappling with …

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

September 19, 2020 at 3:11 AM

Mourning RBG

NWLC “I ask no favor for my sex; all I ask of our brethren is that they take their feet off our necks.”      Dear John, Years ago, when I decided to become a lawyer, I did so because I believed in justice. But I became a women’s rights lawyer because of Ruth …

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  Fatima Goss Graves · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 7:06 PM

Tell ICE: Close the Irwin County Detention Center and all ICE facilities.

NWLC Content warning: forced sterilization.     Dear John, A horrifying whistleblower report out of the Irwin County Detention Center, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Georgia, alleges staff and officials knowingly ignored medical comp…

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  Sarah Hassmer · [email protected]

September 16, 2020 at 7:48 PM

FW: Tell Trump: Sex Discrimination Housing Has No Home Here

NWLC We need to protect trans people from discrimination in housing.   Dear John, I’ll keep it short, we are less than a week away from the close of the public comment period to oppose Trump’s proposed discriminatory housing rule that would put trans people seeking shelter at risk. An…

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  Sarah David Heydemann · [email protected]

September 14, 2020 at 4:50 PM

Tell Your Rep. to Vote to Support Pregnant Workers

NWLC No one should be forced to choose between a paycheck and a healthy pregnancy.     Dear John, Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, pregnant workers were often denied the simplest of accommodations, such as a stool to sit on during a long shift, a bottle of …

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  Theresa Lau · [email protected]

September 12, 2020 at 9:03 PM

Ted Cruz on the Supreme Court?!

NWLC Cruzing to judicial disaster.     Dear John, Did you see this? Trump just released a new short list of people he’d consider nominating for the next Supreme Court opening, and it’s horrifying. Vocal anti-abortion extremists like Senator Tom Cotton were on…

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  Sarah Hassmer · [email protected]

September 1, 2020 at 1:54 PM

Tell Trump: Sex Discrimination in Housing Has No Home Here

NWLC We need to protect trans people from discrimination in housing.     Dear John, In June, the Trump administration moved to gut health care protections for trans people. And now, the Trump administration is yet again going after critical protections meant …

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  LySaundra Campbell · [email protected]

August 25, 2020 at 8:53 PM

Whoa! She’s a tough act to follow.

NWLC  I’ve got your new NWLC newsletter right here.     *taps mic* Is this thing on? Hey, John, I’m LySaundra—writer and editor at NWLC, and the person tasked with following Hannah’s incredible run as newsletter writer extraordinaire. I don’t have witty puns,…

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  Arvia Walker · [email protected]

August 13, 2020 at 4:36 PM

Pay Me What You Owe Me

NWLC Take Action: It’s Black Women’s Equal Pay Day     Dear John, Today is Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, when Black women’s pay catches up to what white men were paid in 2019—a whole eight extra months of work later. But it’s also Black Women’s Equal Pay Day d…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

August 4, 2020 at 6:16 PM

What’s that one *NSYNC song?

NWLC 👋👋 That’s right, bye bye bye 👋👋     Hi John, I’ve put off writing this newsletter for as long as possible, but I’ve gotten to the point where I either sit down and write this or it won’t get sent out. So, here goes: this will be my last newsletter for the…

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  Melissa Boteach · [email protected]

July 31, 2020 at 6:32 PM

Don’t ignore this email

NWLC Women on the front lines of COVID-19 need help NOW   John, I know you get a lot of emails. But I hope you’ll take just a few minutes to read this one, and if you can, make an emergency gift to support our work right now. Every gift we receive before midnight tonight will be matche…

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  Laura Narefsky · [email protected]

July 28, 2020 at 5:16 PM

MATCH for women on the front lines of the pandemic

NWLC Women are disproportionately represented in front-line jobs during the COVID-19 crisis. They deserve our support.     Dear John, From the very beginning, the COVID-19 crisis has laid bare the disastrous consequences of long-standing racial and gender ineq…

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  Gretchen Borchelt · [email protected]

July 27, 2020 at 6:16 PM

Tell Congress: End the Hyde Amendment.

NWLC It’s past time.     Dear John, We don’t have to tell you that we’re in the midst of a national reckoning with our nation’s legacy of racism—and how systemic racism is still embedded in our institutions, our laws, and our society. But we do want to talk to…

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  Catherine White · [email protected]

July 23, 2020 at 9:16 PM

Tell Congress: It's Past Time to Fund Child Care

NWLC Our leaders must do more.     Dear John, At the beginning of this year, Monday mornings felt like Monday mornings, and every day was normal. Smelling fresh coffee outside of the local coffee shop, picking up dry cleaning, and dropping off children with …

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

July 22, 2020 at 4:46 PM

Darren’s story.

NWLC Discrimination shouldn’t dictate your health care.     Hi John, Earlier this month we sued the Trump administration to stop its cruel rule that attempts to undermine patient protections and embolden health care providers, insurance companies, and hospital…

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  Hannah Finnie · [email protected]

July 15, 2020 at 9:20 PM

Supreme Court, Supremely Busy

NWLC All the cases you need to know.     Hi John, Here at the National Women’s Law Center, we’ve spent much of the last few weeks anxiously refreshing the Supreme Court website as we awaited critical decisions. Apart from our own website, it’s probably the web…

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