Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 4, 2025 at 1:32 PM

A more perfect union

John — This Independence Day is a challenging one in the face of Donald Trump’s extreme administration, but it’s more important now than it’s ever been before to reaffirm our commitment to our democracy, independence, and freedom for all. Our democracy isn’t given, John, we must f…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 3, 2025 at 7:26 PM

Ashamed

John: Republicans just rammed through their indefensible tax scam. It’s a shameful, cruel, indefensible bill that will leave millions of Americans without health care coverage and food assistance to give tax cuts to Republicans’ billionaire donors.  It’s a disgrace, and Democrats …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 2, 2025 at 9:17 PM

Here’s what the budget won’t do

Things the Republican budget will do: 🏥 Kick millions of Americans off their health care coverage 💰 Give another tax break to the wealthiest 1% on the backs of everyday taxpayers 🍎 Dismantle food assistance programs that hungry families and kids rely on Things the Republican budge…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 1, 2025 at 6:28 PM

I’ll vote no.

Senate Republicans just rammed through their indefensible tax scam. John: Senate Republicans just rammed through their indefensible tax scam. I want you to hear it from me: I’ll be voting NO when it comes back to the House. Here’s what Republicans don’t want you to know about thei…

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  Lauren's iPhone · [email protected]

June 30, 2025 at 10:49 PM

still short

  Hey there, John — I just got a text from our finance team, we’re still just $180 short of this month’s goal. Our team has just a few hours before we submit our numbers to the FEC, and I would love to see your name on our list of supporters for this quarter, John. Can I count on y…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 30, 2025 at 5:42 PM

John, you’re the solution

We have a problem. Here’s the problem, John: We’re still $3,416 behind on our FEC deadline goal. We’ve still got a few hours to make up ground but we need a boost fast. The solution? If everyone reading this messaging pitched in just $10, we’d hit this goal before you can say, “wi…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM

A transformative tomorrow

John, We're closing in on the end of the quarter deadline, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Missing this crucial goal could derail our summer strategy, and summer is our BEST opportunity to connect with voters across Illinois' 14th. The power to make a difference lies in our han…

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  Emma Benson · [email protected]

June 28, 2025 at 7:15 PM

Good news, bad news

I’ll get straight to the bad news first: we’re a little behind where we expected to be at this point to hit our quarterly goal. But the good news? If everyone on this team reading this message is able to pitch in today, we’ll crush this goal and start July off on a good foot. We’r…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 27, 2025 at 7:46 PM

Anything?

John — is there anything we can say to convince you to match our average contribution before our end-of-quarter deadline passes? PITCH IN $24.65 PITCH IN ANOTHER AMOUNT What if we told you that House Democrats are just a few seats away from gaining a majority in the Ho…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 26, 2025 at 7:15 PM

Did you see Lauren’s email?

We’re forwarding this note from Lauren in case you missed it. This is the first end-of-quarter FEC deadline since a primary opponent entered the race — and we need to show just how strong this grassroots campaign really is. We know this team can rise to the moment. But the truth i…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 25, 2025 at 6:33 PM

Let me explain why this deadline really matters

Hi John,  We’ve just entered the final days of the second quarter — and I hope you’ll give me a moment to explain why this FEC deadline is such a big deal. This is our first public fundraising report since a primary challenger jumped into the race — and it’s more important than ev…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 23, 2025 at 11:03 PM

Wish we could chat over coffee.

Your input is crucial to addressing the real challenges faced by working families in our community. Hey John, how are you doing? I’m not just asking, I really want to know. With all of the chaos coming out of Washington, it’s important to me that I hear from this grassroots team. …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 20, 2025 at 8:01 PM

Six opponents

John — Lauren is now up against SIX opponents in this race who want to unseat her, including two that she’s already beaten in previous cycles. We need your support today, can we count on you? If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go thro…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 19, 2025 at 7:31 PM

160 years later

John, Today, as we commemorate Juneteenth, I am reminded of the profound significance this day holds. It's a moment to reflect on our journey and to celebrate freedom — a journey marked by resilience, strength, and hope. Four years ago, I had the honor of being at the White House …

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM

No kings in America

I’ll make it plain Saturday was an inspiring one, John. Across America, regular, everyday people took to the streets and made their voices clear: we don’t do kings in America. I joined protesters in Yorkville as they called for an end to Trump’s authoritarian rule, and I want to …

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  Mr. Underwood · [email protected]

June 16, 2025 at 10:40 PM

I’m so proud of Lauren, John

Hi John,  It’s Clarence, Lauren’s dad. I still remember the day we brought Lauren home, and watching Lauren’s remarkable growth from a curious Girl Scout to a dedicated congresswoman has been the greatest honor.  Witnessing her passion and tireless work to uplift families in Illi…

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  Lauren’s iPhone · [email protected]

June 15, 2025 at 9:01 PM

last time I’ll reach out

  Hi John — apologies for reaching out on a Saturday. I promise this is the last email you’ll receive from me this weekend. I’m reaching out because tonight is our mid-month fundraising deadline. I’m facing attacks on my record, and we need to secure enough resources to respond and…

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  Emma Benson, Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM

Only 14 more

Hi John — this is Emma, Lauren’s finance director. I just checked ActBlue, and we're pacing way behind our mid-month goal. The deadline expires tomorrow, and falling short will set us back right before the end of the quarter and at a big moment in Lauren’s campaign. That’s why I’m…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 13, 2025 at 5:15 PM

Re: Our mission to flip the House

John,  I'm writing to you with an update on our mission to flip the House and deliver results that truly serve the needs of the American people. This cycle, I’m laser-focused on keeping IL-14 blue, flipping the House, and getting Congress back to work for everyday people. Meanwhil…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Help us show Lauren’s opponents that our community stands united and strong

John, As we near the halfway mark of this month, we wanted to reach out to share this campaign update with you: We’re facing our first fundraising deadline since a new primary opponent jumped into the race to defeat Lauren — and meeting our goal is now more crucial than ever. We’l…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 10, 2025 at 9:05 PM

Happy Pride 🏳️‍🌈

Let’s continue to support, uplift, and stand together for equality and inclusion for all. John, happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 This month, we celebrate love, diversity, and unity. I’m joining supporters across Illinois’ 14th district to do just that — we marched, we danced, and we celebr…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

June 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Lauren + Maxwell = the future of our party

This is what the future of the Democratic Party looks like John, last week, Maxwell Frost came to town! Take a look: Lauren and Maxwell both represent the future of the Democratic Party — they’re young, bold, and deeply committed to building a country that works for all of us. Th…

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  Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

June 6, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Urgent Campaign Update →

We have an urgent campaign update for you, John. An extreme GOP opponent just jumped into the race to defeat Lauren — and he’s already launching attacks on Lauren and her record.  Please rush in any amount right now to help us send a clear message that we’re not backing down → …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Tanning beds over hospital beds?

It shouldn’t be up for debate, John: Your ZIP code should not determine your health care. Yet Republicans beholden to Trump’s agenda would rather shut down rural hospitals than expand access to care. They’re slashing and burning the safety nets that new moms, families with disabl…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 2, 2025 at 9:46 PM

What do you want me to know right now?

Hi John, do you have a minute or two to catch up? My goal in Congress will always be to address the real challenges faced by working families in our community. Your input is crucial to reaching that goal.  So I’m asking you: what do you want me to know right now? I’m not just aski…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 1, 2025 at 5:38 PM

URGENT: Lauren’s facing attacks from a primary challenger — help us respond >>

Urgent update, John: Lauren is facing attacks from a fellow Democrat who is mounting a primary challenge against her.  He even said “Lauren Underwood built her brand on healthcare, but when Republicans moved to gut Medicare and Medicaid, she stayed silent." Girl, please. These att…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 31, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Just shy

Hey John, I just got off the phone with my team, and we’re just $1,274 shy of hitting this month’s goal. If we’re going to lead the way to a Democratic majority, we have to hit every single fundraising goal through 2026. Can I personally ask you to pitch in today? We have to put a…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

May 30, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Our best bet

Delivering a House majority that is standing up to the chaos is at the forefront of Lauren’s focus in 2026 — it’s our best bet to put a stop to this dangerous agenda. We’ll be supporting Democrats in tough races across the country, working to flip a few battleground seats, and inc…

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  Emma Benson · [email protected]

May 29, 2025 at 10:16 PM

We have to right the ship

John — I’ll be upfront; this isn’t good. That’s a live look at our fundraising. Those blue bars? Those are our grassroots contributions, and I don’t have to tell you that they’re heading in the wrong direction. This team has to be strong enough to not just protect Lauren’s seat a…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 28, 2025 at 8:45 PM

If you can’t call

John, I was recently in DeKalb and laid out the reality clearly for the people in attendance: Now is the time we need supporters in your community to stand up. We must raise our voices as advocates and stand up for the families and people who are at risk of paying for Trump’s han…

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 27, 2025 at 9:13 PM

Rep. Maxwell Frost is joining us in Joliet and you are invited!

News from Representative Lauren Underwood La versión en español está a continuación May 27, 2025 Dear Neighbor, This Saturday, May 31, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT my friend Representative Maxwell Frost is joining us in Joliet for a community listening session, and y…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

May 27, 2025 at 5:23 PM

Lauren won’t stop fighting

Trump Is Already Obsessed With the Midterms — Politico, May 2025 “Not even three months into his second term, the president is already hyper-engaged in the fight to keep the GOP’s majorities in Congress. Far from writing off the House or Senate, he’s bullish about defying …

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  Emma Benson · [email protected]

May 25, 2025 at 5:17 PM

I’m a little worried…

Hey team, Emma here — tomorrow is a holiday, and I know that folks will be away from their phones and computers, so it was important I reach out now. We’re just a few days out from closing the books on the month of May, and I’ll be honest, I’m a little worried we won’t hit this mo…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 24, 2025 at 2:41 PM

The fabric and culture of our society

John,  Every May, we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It’s a time to honor the impactful contributions and vibrant cultures from Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities nationwide. From trailblazing discoveri…

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 23, 2025 at 10:57 PM

Rep. Maxwell Frost is joining us in Joliet and you’re invited!

News from Representative Lauren Underwood La versión en español está a continuación May 23, 2025 Dear Neighbor, Next Saturday, May 31, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT my friend Representative Maxwell Frost is joining us in Joliet for a community listening session, and …

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  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]

May 23, 2025 at 9:25 PM

300 days at the golf course! 🏌️

May is special for the Trump administration — it’s National Golf Month! Source: The New York Times We know that Trump likes to spend more time on the golf course than he does running the country. Will you sign the card to wish Donald Trump a Happy National Golf Month? SIGN ON …

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 23, 2025 at 2:23 PM

We have to hold this lawless president accountable

John, Republicans have been silent 😶 as Trump and his unqualified appointees shred our democracy and ignore our Constitution 📜. That’s why, last week, I held DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s feet to the fire to answer for the illegal actions this administration has taken. We are clearl…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 22, 2025 at 3:10 PM

The largest cuts to health care and food assistance in history

Breaking News, John: Early this morning, while Americans were just waking up to get ready for work, Republicans passed their shameful budget — voting to slash funding for health care and food assistance from American families during a cost-of-living crisis, all to provide tax brea…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

May 21, 2025 at 4:17 PM

Lauren’s decision

Did you see Lauren’s announcement on CNN, John? Lauren won’t be seeking Illinois’ open Senate seat, because there is still work left to be done for the 14th District. Lauren ran and won on a promise to do everything she can to fix the broken healthcare system in this country that…

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 20, 2025 at 4:29 PM

Due Process

News from Representative Lauren Underwood La versión en español está a continuación May 20, 2025 Dear Neighbor, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem appeared before my committee and I asked her a simple question: “Do you believe every person in Ame…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM

My decision

John,  In 2018, I was elected to protect health care for people with pre-existing conditions. Since then we’ve gotten 19 pieces of legislation signed into law – bringing home billions of dollars and expanding access to high quality affordable health care for every American.  Now, …

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  Emma Benson · [email protected]

May 18, 2025 at 4:31 PM

$29.03

John — There’s something I have to tell you: Our ability to keep Lauren fighting for Illinois and take back the Democratic House majority depends on our campaign’s fundraising strength. While Lauren remains laser-focused on achieving lasting solutions for working families and defe…

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  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]

May 16, 2025 at 9:01 PM

What grassroots actually means, John

We’ve got some news to share, John. We were scouring through our fundraising numbers this morning, and unfortunately, we missed last night’s fundraising goal by just $1,032! When we talk to Lauren later today, we’d rather tell her our grassroots team came through when we needed th…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 15, 2025 at 10:01 PM

The foundation

John — I’m reaching out again because the team just updated me on our fundraising goal. (This is the last time I’ll reach out before midnight, I promise!)  We’ve made some progress toward our goal, but we still need about 27 people to join our team. Your support lays the foundatio…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 14, 2025 at 9:31 PM

This won’t ever change

John, if Trump and extreme MAGA republicans had their way, they’d continue dismantling our democracy without a second thought. Just 114 days into his administration, Trump’s attacks on working people are only ramping up. That’s why I’m dead set on holding the Trump administration …

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

May 13, 2025 at 8:31 PM

This is no secret:

Did you see Lauren grilling DHS Secretary Kristi Noem about the Constitution, John? “America is a democracy, NOT a dictatorship.” If you agree, chip in to our campaign to win Democratic majorities and power Lauren’s work to help hold the Trump administration accountable → …

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  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

May 12, 2025 at 8:31 PM

Mary and Mike have joined our campaign — will you, John?

John, we’re over 100 days into the Trump administration, and we’re already seeing the effects of their disastrous right-wing agenda. From cutting critical government services to defying the Supreme Court, it’s been an all-out war on our democracy. That’s why Lauren sent a strong m…

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  Darla Underwood · [email protected]

May 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Pride and gratitude.

💐Happy Mother’s Day to all of the wonderful moms in our community. I am so happy that Lauren and I will be spending some quality time together today, dining and relaxing! I’m sure many of you understand the pride parents sometimes feel for their child’s accomplishments. For me, w…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

May 10, 2025 at 4:10 PM

divide and disenfranchise

John, In just over 100 days, the Trump administration has done nothing but divide and disenfranchise the American people. Everything from health care to public education to voting rights is currently under attack. Every executive action thus far has proven that enriching the top 1…

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 9, 2025 at 9:02 PM

Sign up for Congresswoman Underwood’s Congressional Reader Program

News from Representative Lauren Underwood La versión en español está a continuación May 9, 2025 Dear Neighbor, One of my favorite things to do when I was a kid was to read. Some of my favorite memories growing up were the trips I took to my local library to pick ou…

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