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  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
December 20, 2024 at 11:53 PM

McCollum News: House Democrats Stop Musk-Trump Republican Government Shutdown

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   DECEMBER 20th, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Happy Holidays With both Hanukkah and Christmas just around the corner, I'm sending my best wishes to you and your family for a warm and joyfu…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
December 14, 2024 at 12:16 AM

McCollum News: Congress Votes on NDAA + Welcoming Minnesota Staff to Washington

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   DECEMBER 13th, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent, This week, the House of Representatives voted on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), legislation which sets annual policy for the Depa…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
December 6, 2024 at 10:10 PM

McCollum News: It's time for Congress to Finish its Work for the American People

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   DECEMBER 6th, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   With only seven legislative days to go until temporary funding expires for the federal government, the House Republican majority has thus far fai…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
November 30, 2024 at 12:02 AM

McCollum News: Touring Innovative East Metro Businesses + Celebrating Hmong New Year

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   NOVEMBER 29, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   It's great to be back in Minnesota this week to celebrate Thanksgiving. I hope you and your family were able to enjoy some quality time together t…
  Betty · [email protected]
November 28, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Happy Thanksgiving

This has been a year filled with hard work, real challenges, and an Election Day outcome that was not what I wanted or expected. Yes, I am disappointed in the national election results, but I will not give up hope and I will never stop working to do the best job I can –at home in Minnesota and in Co…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
November 22, 2024 at 11:05 PM

McCollum News: GOP House Votes to Undermine Due Process and Standing United Against Russian Aggression 1000 Days Since Their Invasion of Ukraine

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   NOVEMBER 22, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   On Thursday, the House passed H.R. 9495, the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act. I voted no on this dangerous legi…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
November 15, 2024 at 9:11 PM

McCollum News: Welcoming Minnesota's Newest Member of Congress

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   NOVEMBER 15, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent, Congress is back in Washington, DC this week for the first time since September. We’re now in what’s known as the “lame duck” session, which is when …
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
November 14, 2024 at 3:18 PM

Thank you John

First, let me say thank you! Thank you for your support for my leadership in Minnesota, my work in Congress, and the strong coordinated campaign I ran to win re-election. John, First, let me say thank you! Thank you for your support for my leadership in Minnesota, my work in Congress, an…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
November 8, 2024 at 11:34 PM

McCollum News: Gratitude for Defenders of Our Democracy

  News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   November 8, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   More than three-quarters of eligible Minnesotans cast a ballot on Tuesday. Thanks in large part to voters of the Fourth District, Minnesota is on…
  Betty · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 4:39 PM

Today is the day, John

Today is Election Day, and the polls are open. I am reaching out directly to make sure you cast your vote. John, Today is Election Day, and the polls are open. I am reaching out directly to make sure you cast your vote.  If you haven’t voted yet, please make a plan to get to the polls b…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 6:42 PM

It comes down to this, John

With Election Day tomorrow, we want to make sure you've either voted early or know exactly where and how to vote. John, With Election Day tomorrow, we want to make sure you've either voted early or know exactly where and how to vote. This election will be a close one here in Minnesota, a…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
November 1, 2024 at 10:00 PM

McCollum News: The North Star State Shows the Way on Participation in Democracy.

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   November 1, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Next Tuesday, November 5th is election day! Among the many reasons we can be proud to be Minnesotans is that we lead the nation in voter turnout. Ye…
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
October 31, 2024 at 11:56 PM

We have a limited window John

I just got off the phone with my finance team. They let me know that we’re still more than $6,000 short of our final end-of-month fundraising goal of the election with hours to go. John, I just got off the phone with my finance team. They let me know that we’re still more than $6,000 sho…
  Ben Brandt · [email protected]
October 30, 2024 at 11:30 PM

We’re falling short, John

Tomorrow marks our FINAL End of Month deadline—and we’re at risk of coming up short when it matters most. I can’t overstate how much we need every single supporter in this fight to get Democrats to the polls by November 5. John, Tomorrow marks our FINAL End of Month deadline—and we’re at…
  Team Betty · [email protected]
October 29, 2024 at 10:45 PM

It’s up to Minnesotans to save our democracy

A new MinnPost-Embold Research poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are neck and neck in Minnesota, and MAGA Republicans are pouring in last-minute money to put themselves over the edge. John, A new MinnPost-Embold Research poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris and …
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
October 25, 2024 at 9:19 PM

McCollum News: Exercise Your Right to Vote

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   October 25, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   We are ten days away from Election Day. Whether you're a Democrat, Republican, or Independent, I strongly encourage you to exercise your right to vo…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
October 18, 2024 at 8:58 PM

McCollum News: Remembering a Champion for Minnesota

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   October 18, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Today, the state of Minnesota mourns the loss of former Congressman Rick Nolan. Congressman Nolan was a champion for Northern Minnesota a…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
October 11, 2024 at 9:22 PM

McCollum News: Remembering Victims of October 7th & Renewing Calls for Ceasefire

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   October 11, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week marked one year since the Hamas terrorist attacks on October 7th, 2023 that killed 1200 innocent Israelis, injured thousands m…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
October 4, 2024 at 8:33 PM

McCollum News: Funding our Schools, Building More Homes, and Celebrating Jimmy Carter’s 100th Birthday

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   October 4, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent, This past weekend, Hurricane Helene devastated the Southeastern United States, bringing historic flooding to Appalachia. As those communit…
  Betty · [email protected]
October 3, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Tim Walz is the leader we need

Did you see the VP debate? John, Did you see the VP debate?  It showcased two starkly different visions for our country – one that honors our democracy and one that honors Donald Trump. Governor Tim Walz stood firm on reproductive rights, stronger gun laws to protect our kids, and pr…
  Betty · [email protected]
September 30, 2024 at 11:30 PM

We’re SO CLOSE

Sorry for the late email, I’ll keep this brief. John, Sorry for the late email, I’ll keep this brief.  I just wrapped up a meeting with my finance team, and with just hours left before the final public FEC deadline of this election, we’re SO CLOSE to reaching our goal. But we’re still…
  Ben · [email protected]
September 30, 2024 at 2:16 PM

Betty needs you to read this, John

Tonight is our FINAL public FEC deadline of this election, and I can't stress enough how much we need you in this critical moment. John, Tonight is our FINAL public FEC deadline of this election, and I can't stress enough how much we need you in this critical moment. We're just 34 day…
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
September 28, 2024 at 3:22 PM

One more chance

This is the most critical moment of this election. John, This is the most critical moment of this election.  With just 36 days until Election Day, MAGA Republicans are closer than ever to flipping Minnesota red for the first time since 1972. And if they succeed, they’ll retake the Wh…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
September 27, 2024 at 9:35 PM

McCollum News: Congress Passes 3-Month Government Funding Bill, Ukraine’s President Lays Out Points to Victory

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   September 27, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Ukrainian President Zelenskyy returned to Washington, DC on Wednesday for a meeting with Congress to lay out his key Points to Victory…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
September 26, 2024 at 9:23 PM

Rep. McCollum: Virtual Update Reminder

Virtual Update from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   September 26, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   I invite you to join me for my next Virtual Update TOMORROW, Friday, September 27th at 11 am. I’ll be discussing the newly-…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
September 20, 2024 at 8:56 PM

McCollum News: GOP Chaos Moves Us Closer to a Shutdown

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   September 20, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   It was another chaotic week in Washington. Unfortunately, it was not a productive one.  With just 10 days before funding for the feder…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
September 13, 2024 at 10:07 PM

McCollum News: It's Time for Congress to Finish the Work of Funding the Government

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   September 13, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, we observed the 23rd anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks. The United States endured an unimaginable tragedy…
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
September 12, 2024 at 3:35 PM

A clear victory

On Tuesday night I watched Kamala Harris perform on the debate stage with dignity, power, and intellect. Her mastery of both the issues and her opponent made it absolutely clear that she is extraordinarily ready to lead our country into a better future as the next President of the United States. …
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
September 6, 2024 at 9:12 PM

McCollum News: Minnesota Students Head Back to School & Congress Prepares to Return to DC

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   September 6, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent, As a parent and former teacher, the first day of school is always special to me. As most Minnesota students head back to class this week, t…
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
August 31, 2024 at 11:00 PM

We need one final push John

I just got off the phone with my finance team, and I need your help. We’re still $3,600 short of our August goal, and we need one final push to get across the finish line. John, I just got off the phone with my finance team, and I need your help. We’re still $3,600 short of our August…
  Ben Brandt · [email protected]
August 31, 2024 at 3:11 PM

I have to be honest with you John

I took a look at our budget this morning, and our fundraising has taken a big dip since last month. 📉 John, I took a look at our budget this morning, and our fundraising has taken a big dip since last month. 📉 I have to be honest with you John, this is a BIG problem. With Election Da…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
August 30, 2024 at 11:35 PM

It’s on us John

So much is at stake on November 5th. If Donald Trump and JD Vance win, they’ll devote their term to advancing their awful Project 2025 agenda, gutting Social Security and Medicare, rolling back reproductive rights, and undermining our democracy to exact political vengeance. John, So much…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
August 30, 2024 at 8:45 PM

McCollum News: Celebrating the Labor Movement & Minnesota’s State Fair

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   August 30, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   As we approach Labor Day weekend, I want to celebrate the workers who built our country and who power our economy every day. The labor m…
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
August 29, 2024 at 11:31 PM

We’ve got the momentum, but we need your help

The energy coming out of the DNC last week was nothing short of extraordinary. I’ve witnessed plenty of enthusiasm over the years, but the excitement we’re seeing now — especially here in Minnesota — is truly remarkable. This is the momentum we need to drive us to victory on November 5th. …
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
August 23, 2024 at 9:55 PM

McCollum News: State Fair is here, Remembering George Latimer, Riding the Amtrak Borealis

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   August 23, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   The Great Minnesota Get-Together has begun! It’s exciting to welcome Minnesotans from across the state and other visitors from all over…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
August 16, 2024 at 10:08 PM

McCollum News: Lower Costs Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act & Celebrating Social Security

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   August 16, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent, This week marks the anniversaries of two monumental laws: the Social Security Act and the Inflation Reduction Act.  While they were passed nearl…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
August 9, 2024 at 8:33 PM

McCollum News: Protecting the Mississippi and Celebrating Minnesotans at the Olympics

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   August 9, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Amidst a busy summer, it has been inspiring to watch the world’s greatest athletes compete at the Paris Olympics. Team USA, including Sai…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
August 2, 2024 at 9:28 PM

McCollum News: Suni Lee and Team USA Dazzle at the Olympics, Americans Return Home from Russian Captivity

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   August 2nd, 2024   Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week brought much joy to Americans as President Biden announced the release of 16 people unjustly held as political prisoners in R…
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
August 1, 2024 at 12:49 AM

If Trump wins

My finance team just gave me an update on tonight’s public end-of-quarter fundraising deadline, and I really need your help. Right now, we’re still $2,000 away from reaching our goal, and we’re counting on one final push to get us across the finish line. John, My finance team just gav…
  Ben · [email protected]
July 31, 2024 at 8:46 PM

An avalanche of attack ads, lies, and misinformation

Trump's rally with JD Vance in St. Cloud this past weekend was a bold declaration: They’re determined to flip Minnesota red in November because they see it as their golden ticket to the White House. Got a moment, John? Trump's rally with JD Vance in St. Cloud this past weekend was a b…
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
July 30, 2024 at 11:01 PM

I could use your help John

My campaign team just gave me an update on our critical end-of-month fundraising deadline tomorrow, and I could use your help. John, My campaign team just gave me an update on our critical end-of-month fundraising deadline tomorrow, and I could use your help.  With about 24 hours to g…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
July 26, 2024 at 10:07 PM

McCollum News: House Republicans Fail to Complete Funding Bills Before August & President Biden Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   July 26, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, President Biden announced that he is not seeking a second term.  I deeply respect him for making this incredibly difficult decisio…
  Betty · [email protected]
July 21, 2024 at 10:46 PM

Recalibrating, refocusing, and mobilizing

Defeating Trump’s dangerous, hate-filled agenda and winning the White House, Congress, and the Minnesota House this November must be Democrats’ sole focus. John, Defeating Trump’s dangerous, hate-filled agenda and winning the White House, Congress, and the Minnesota House this Novembe…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
July 19, 2024 at 9:28 PM

McCollum News: America’s gun violence epidemic is a threat to our democracy

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   July 19, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   Americans are struggling to understand the appalling act of political violence at a Trump campaign rally last weekend.  This attempted assassi…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
July 12, 2024 at 8:42 PM

McCollum News: NATO Summit and Appropriations Committee in Washington, DC

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   July 12, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, President Biden convened our North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Allies in Washington, D.C. for the 2024 NATO Summit.  This …
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
July 3, 2024 at 8:11 PM

McCollum News: Defending Freedom at Home and Around the World This 4th of July

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   June 28, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, I visited Kyiv as part of a bipartisan Congressional delegation to Ukraine.  As the Ranking Member of the Defense Appropriations S…
  Betty McCollum · [email protected]
July 1, 2024 at 12:05 AM

They’ll do whatever it takes John,

My finance team just gave me an update on tonight’s public end-of-quarter fundraising deadline, and I really need your help. Right now, we’re still $2,500 away from reaching our goal, and we’re counting on one final push to get us across the finish line. John, I know it’s getting late…
  Ben Brandt · [email protected]
June 30, 2024 at 7:26 PM

An outpouring of support

There has been a groundswell of support since our last message, but we haven’t reached our goal yet. I just ran the numbers again, and in order to hit our critical public fundraising goal by midnight, we still need to bring in $6,127. Got a moment, John? There has been a groundswell o…
  Team Betty · [email protected]
June 29, 2024 at 5:58 PM

Immediate Attention Needed: [email protected]

With one day remaining, we’re dangerously close to missing our critical public fundraising goal. MAGA Republicans are gearing up to spend big in Minnesota, and it is up to us to fight back, keep Trump out of the White House, and secure a better future for our state and country. John,…
  Congresswoman Betty McCollum · [email protected]
June 28, 2024 at 8:38 PM

McCollum News: Defense Appropriations Bill

News from Representative Betty McCollum SUBSCRIBE   CONTACT ME   June 28, 2024 Dear Fourth District Constituent,   This week, I led Democrats on the House floor in opposing the Republican written Defense Appropriations bill for the next fiscal year. Instea…