Team Underwood · [email protected]

August 9, 2022 at 6:13 PM

One week ago

  John — One week ago today, Kansas voters showed the nation that women’s rights are not up for debate. After the right-leaning Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Kansans turned out in record numbers and overwhelmingly voted against a constitutional amendment that would have al…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

August 7, 2022 at 7:12 PM

Our work isn’t finished yet

  John — This weekend marks the 57th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) — the historic legislation that outlawed racially discriminatory voting practices. This leap of progress was accomplished through years of advocacy from voting rights champions including Dr. Ma…

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

August 4, 2022 at 3:53 PM

Enough is enough. It’s time to end our gun violence crisis.

News from Representative Lauren Underwood August 4, 2022 Dear Neighbor,   I’ve received an influx of messages from northern Illinoisans expressing concern and fear about the horrific acts of gun violence we witness across the country and recently in Highland Park. On…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

August 2, 2022 at 9:57 PM

Less than 100 days to go

  John — There are less than 100 days until Election Day, and an even shorter amount of time until ballots are in the mail. It’s no secret that we have a tough reelection battle ahead of us. Lauren is running in the newly drawn 14th congressional district with roughly 70% new terr…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 31, 2022 at 8:46 PM

Last time

  Hey John — I promise this is the last time I’ll send you a note before our end-of-month deadline tonight. I’m reaching out because this grassroots team has been instrumental over the last few months in powering our campaign to protect this seat. And my team tells me that since t…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 31, 2022 at 4:46 PM

We messed up

  Our end-of-month deadline expires at midnight tonight and we have some bad news, John — we messed up. We really thought we were on track to meet our goal by midnight — we even told Lauren we’d get there. But with just a few hours to go, it looks like we made a miscalculation in …

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 30, 2022 at 11:21 PM

Can I explain?

  Hi John — In just a moment, I'm going to ask you to pitch in ahead of our important end-of-month fundraising deadline tomorrow. But first, I hope you will give me a chance to explain why this request is so important. It’s no secret that our Democratic House majority is slim. Rep…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 30, 2022 at 5:46 PM

$10

  Hey John, we hate to email on a Saturday, but we want to quickly share an important number with you: $10. That’s our median online donation so far this month. We’re so proud to be a part of a strong people-powered movement. The truth is, we rely on support from hard-working indi…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 29, 2022 at 10:19 PM

Republicans are unfit to lead

  John — We’re seeing firsthand just how extreme the Republican Party has become. Last month, they celebrated the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and wipe out abortion access for millions of Americans. Their decision to put their own self-interests above what the …

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  Ronnie Cho · [email protected]

July 28, 2022 at 9:20 PM

re: introductions

  Hi John — I just wanted to take a moment to reintroduce myself. I’m Ronnie, Lauren’s senior advisor and former campaign manager, and I’m so grateful to have you on this team. I’ll bring you up to speed: Back in 2018, we helped flip the House when Lauren defeated a four-term Repu…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 28, 2022 at 5:45 PM

We’re hiring!

  Hi there, John! We have some exciting news to share with you: Team Underwood is growing our staff for the 2022 election, and we’d love for you to be a part of it. We’re looking for motivated, reliable, and passionate individuals to join our campaign’s communications and organizi…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

July 25, 2022 at 6:48 PM

The “summer slump”

  Hey John — We just had our Monday meeting where we talk through all the great interactions we’ve had with voters over the last few days, our plans for the week ahead and check in on our status toward our monthly fundraising goals. This morning, we noticed that we’re pacing behin…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 21, 2022 at 9:46 PM

A longer email about the work I’ve been doing

  Hi John — I wanted to take a few minutes to share what I’ve been working on in Congress with you. This email is a little longer than what I normally write, but if you have a few moments to spare today, I hope you’ll take the time to read it. I ran for office to be a fearless, ou…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 20, 2022 at 9:26 PM

$215 million

  Hi John — Lauren is back in Washington this week working hard to continue making progress for our communities. Here’s a look at what’s she’s voting on this week alone: The Respect for Marriage Act to protect same-sex marriage Right to Contraception Act to protect access to cont…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 19, 2022 at 10:35 PM

Can we explain?

  Hey John, we’ll cut right to the chase: We’re respectfully asking you to pitch in $5 today to support Lauren’s reelection campaign. We’ll explain more in just a minute. CHIP IN $5 NOW We know we ask you to pitch in to our campaign every so often, but do you know…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 15, 2022 at 7:34 PM

Three weeks ago today

  John — Three weeks ago today, the Supreme Court released their disastrous decision overturning Roe v. Wade and wiping out abortion access for millions of Americans. Like so many of you, I’m devastated by this decision. I want you to know that I’m committed to doing everything I …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 14, 2022 at 5:30 PM

Making progress isn’t quick and easy

  Making progress isn’t quick and easy, John. It’s a long journey that requires patience, perseverance, and passion. Movements don’t happen overnight, and especially not by just a couple of people working loosely together. A grassroots coalition made up of thousands of activists l…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 12, 2022 at 9:21 PM

Asking for your endorsement

  Hi John — Representing our community in Congress has truly been the honor of my life — and I am incredibly grateful for this team, and your support over the last few years that has made it all possible. In 2018, this team did what many told us was impossible. We overcame mountai…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

July 11, 2022 at 9:38 PM

Our opponent’s dangerous agenda

  Lauren’s new opponent, Scott Gryder, would actively work against everything we advocate for — here are a few important things you should know him: Scott Gryder not only supports the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, but if elected, he’s made it clear he’d vote i…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

July 8, 2022 at 6:51 PM

FiveThirtyEight reports

  “Republicans are favored to win the House” — FiveThirtyEight Did you catch this, John? Nate Silver’s FiveThirtyEight just released their forecasts for this year’s midterm election, and their analysts believe Republicans are in a good position to flip the House majority. This is …

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 7, 2022 at 8:54 PM

Protecting our communities from gun violence

News from Representative Lauren Underwood July 7, 2022 Dear Friend,   I am grieving with our neighbors in Highland Park, who experienced senseless murders and terror earlier this week. These tragedies have touched too many communities in Illinois and across the count…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

July 6, 2022 at 9:45 PM

Thank you

  John, “thank you” doesn’t even begin to express the gratitude I’m feeling right now. There’s so much to be grateful for over the last month — from meeting so many of you at our campaign office opening in Joliet, to getting folks out to vote in the primary, to meeting our FEC fun…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 30, 2022 at 10:09 PM

Tonight

  Hi John — Tonight, we’ll close the books on our end-of-quarter fundraising deadline and tomorrow, our team will start compiling a report of our campaign’s finances to send to the Federal Election Commission. Shortly after, that report will be made public. You know, I’m always so…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

June 30, 2022 at 5:54 PM

Scott Gryder has shown us just how extreme he is

  John, it’s official: Scott Gryder will be Lauren’s Republican opponent this November. From supporting a federal abortion ban to opposing any restrictions on assault weapon purchases and denying climate change, our opponent has shown us just how extreme he really is. Scott Gryder…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 29, 2022 at 11:48 PM

I’m so grateful

  Hi John, I have some exciting news to share with you: Last night, I officially became the Democratic nominee to continue representing Illinois’ 14th district in Congress. I’m filled with gratitude for this team, and for your support which has made this moment possible. Serving o…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 29, 2022 at 8:10 PM

BREAKING NEWS

  Lauren Underwood for Congress13400 S. Route 59Suite 116 Box 248Plainfield, IL 60585United States www.underwoodforcongress.com | [email protected] PAID FOR BY LAUREN UNDERWOOD FOR CONGRESS This email was sent to [email protected]. Check out our campaign'…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 28, 2022 at 9:20 PM

Here’s the situation

  This is a big month for our campaign, John. June 28th (today!) is the last day to cast a ballot in the primary election — and our team has been working around the clock to get our message out in front of voters and make sure everyone in our district knows how to make their voice…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 27, 2022 at 9:31 PM

Five Republicans are fighting for a chance to defeat Lauren this November

  Tomorrow is Primary Election Day here in Illinois, John, so we wanted to send you a quick explanation of why your support is so important right now. Five right-wing candidates are fighting for a spot on the ballot to challenge Lauren this November — the group includes a far-righ…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

June 26, 2022 at 11:16 PM

Have you seen this?

  Hey John, have you seen the digital ads we’re running right now? With the primary election just two days away, we’re running targeted ads like this one to reach Illinois voters where they are, share Lauren’s message, and encourage them to vote on or before June 28th. Following …

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 25, 2022 at 5:44 PM

Re: Donald Trump

  Just 24 hours after the Supreme Court’s conservative majority overturned Roe v. Wade, Donald Trump is on his way to Illinois to shore up support for right-wing candidates and help them reclaim the majorities in Congress. There’s no doubt in my mind that Trump will celebrate the …

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 6:25 PM

A Dark Day for America

News from Representative Lauren Underwood June 24, 2022 Dear Neighbor,   Everyone should have the freedom to make decisions about their own body. I am horrified that today, the Supreme Court reversed nearly 50 years of precedent and overturned our constitutional right …

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 24, 2022 at 3:49 PM

The Supreme Court just officially overturned Roe v. Wade

  Breaking news, John: The Supreme Court just officially overturned Roe v. Wade. We knew this was coming, but it doesn’t make this moment any less painful. Republicans have spent decades attacking reproductive rights — from defunding Planned Parenthood to even setting bounties for…

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  Mark Kelly · [email protected]

June 23, 2022 at 10:41 PM

I really need you if we’re going to hold this seat

  John — I’ll be honest with you. I never thought this is how it’d go. When Gabby and I got married, I never thought this is the way things would turn out. I never thought I’d run for public office. She was the elected official in the family, and on the International Space Station…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 22, 2022 at 10:17 PM

Trump is on his way to Illinois

  John, we have some alarming news to share: Donald Trump is coming to Illinois this Saturday to rally his far-right base. We don’t know exactly what Trump will say when he takes the stage at his MAGA rally this weekend, but if it’s anything like his last rallies, he’ll continue t…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 21, 2022 at 9:47 PM

One week

  John — Today marks just one week until Primary Election Day here in Illinois, and here at Underwood HQ, we’re running on all cylinders. We’re running digital ads, knocking on doors, and talking with voters from across the district to make sure they know how to make their voice h…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 19, 2022 at 6:44 PM

Today is Juneteenth

  John, Today is Juneteenth — otherwise known as Freedom Day. This day commemorates the day the last enslaved Americans learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. As we celebrate 157 years of freedom today, we must reaffirm our comm…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 17, 2022 at 6:49 PM

The best part of my job

  John — When I think about some of my favorite memories on the campaign trail, there are so many that stand out. I think back to Election Day in 2018 when this incredible team defeated a four-term Republican incumbent and helped me make history by becoming the youngest Black woma…

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 17, 2022 at 6:39 PM

Lowering Cost for Illinois Families and Farmers

News from Representative Lauren Underwood June 17, 2022 Dear Friend, Every day, I hear from constituents about how rising prices, from groceries to gas bills, are impacting their families and I understand the worry this creates. Putin’s unjust invasion of Ukraine and…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 15, 2022 at 11:06 PM

Re: the January 6 committee hearings

  John — We’ve been tuning into the January 6 committee hearings, and they’ve been nothing short of shocking. Donald Trump’s closest advisors and allies testified that they knew Trump lost the election. But still, Trump and his cronies continued to peddle the Big Lie, ultimately l…

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 15, 2022 at 4:00 PM

Meet my Youth Transportation Advisor!

News from Representative Lauren Underwood June 15, 2022 Dear Friend, Climate change is one of the most important issues for young people. That’s why I invited Secretary Pete Buttigieg to meet with my trusted Youth Transportation Advisor, Rowan, a 3rd grader from Nort…

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  Ashley Elders · [email protected]

June 14, 2022 at 11:26 PM

re: campaign update

  Hey John! Ashley here, Lauren’s Deputy Campaign Manager. We have a lot going on here at Underwood HQ this month — let me bring you up to speed: In just two weeks, Illinois voters will head to the polls to cast their vote in our primary election. After the votes are tallied, we’l…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 10, 2022 at 7:04 PM

We must pass the Equality Act now

  Happy Pride, John! I hope this Pride Month has been a good one for you so far. I wanted to reach out because the Equality Act, which I proudly helped pass in the House, has been in limbo for months due to Senate Republicans refusing to support fundamental human rights. And as th…

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  Emma Benson, Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 8, 2022 at 10:36 PM

I’ll keep this short

  I’ll keep this short, John. We are so close to hitting our pre-primary FEC goal, so I told the team I’d reach out one last time before the deadline expires at midnight. It’s critical we knock this goal out of the park because in a few short days, our fundraising numbers for the …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 8, 2022 at 6:39 PM

We’ll cut to the chase

  John — Our pre-primary FEC deadline expires at midnight, so we’ll cut right to the chase: Will you pitch in $5 to help us hit our goal? We’ll explain more in just a moment. If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: …

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 7, 2022 at 11:10 PM

Can I explain something?

  Hi John — In a moment, I’m going to ask you to make a donation to our campaign ahead of tomorrow’s pre-primary FEC deadline. But first, I hope you will give me a chance to explain why it’s so important that we hit our goal. Tomorrow night, our team will close the books on our fu…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

June 6, 2022 at 5:01 PM

This number is really important to us

  Hey John — We wanted to quickly share an important number with you: $20. That’s our median donation to emails like this one this quarter. We’re really proud of this number and what it says about our team. It says that we’re fueled by hard-working grassroots donors who chip in $5…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

June 2, 2022 at 9:47 PM

great news

  I have some great news to share, John: Thanks to your incredible support over the last few weeks, we closed the gap in our fundraising and hit our May end-of-month target. I want to personally thank you for your continued support. Thanks to you, we’re starting this month in a st…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 31, 2022 at 10:07 PM

I’ll keep this short

  I hope you had a great holiday weekend, John. I don’t want to take up too much of your valuable time today, so I’ll keep this short. Tonight, my team will close the books on our May end-of-month deadline, and it’s incredibly important to me that we hit our goal. With the primary…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

May 29, 2022 at 5:31 PM

I hate these pesky emails

  I know these fundraising emails can be a little pesky at times, John — and trust me, the last thing I want to do is ask you to chip in to our campaign. But the truth is, these messages make a significant difference for our team. Your $5 here and $10 there helps our team fund yea…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

May 28, 2022 at 8:32 PM

We’ll cut to the chase

  Hey John — We don’t want to take up too much time out of your weekend, so we’ll cut right to the chase: We’re reaching out to ask for your support ahead of our critical end-of-month fundraising deadline. But first, let us explain why your donation matters so much: We need Laure…

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