Team Underwood · [email protected]

January 24, 2024 at 12:15 AM

John, are you voting?

  John — This year's elections are crucial, and election season 2024 is officially here.  With Illinois’ primary 56 days away, now is the time to step up and make your voice heard. It's not just about choosing the next president and reelecting Lauren, it's about the upcoming prima…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

January 23, 2024 at 1:00 AM

We’re strengthening our efforts

  John, today we should be celebrating the 51st year of federally guaranteed abortion rights. Instead, it’s the second Roe v. Wade anniversary in a row that we’ve been deprived of our constitutional right to abortion. It's barely been a year and a half since the far-right Supreme …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

January 22, 2024 at 12:01 AM

Where were you?

  John — do you remember where you were on January 21, 2017? It was Donald Trump's first day in office. That same day, hundreds of thousands of people filled Washington streets in a massive protest — the Women’s March, the biggest ever seen in the U.S. at the time. We protested Tr…

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  Pavitra Abraham · [email protected]

January 20, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Three years to the day

  It’s been three years to the day that President Biden and Vice President Harris were inaugurated, marking the start of four years of rebuilding and strengthening our democracy. We fought hard to overcome Trump and for the first time in our nation’s history, we put the first Blac…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

January 19, 2024 at 8:30 PM

Get Out the Vote

  John, we’ll cut to the chase and let you get back to kicking off the weekend. With the Illinois primary election in 60 days, on March 19, it’s critical that we keep our voter outreach program going strong — and your support makes that all possible. Here’s a quick rundown of the …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

January 18, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA

  John, The latest threat in our work to reclaim reproductive freedom comes in the form of yet another abortion access lawsuit to be decided by the Supreme Court this year. In just a matter of months, the Supreme Court will rule on federal approval of the widely prescribed abortio…

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  Emma Benson · [email protected]

January 17, 2024 at 10:01 PM

You should know

  John, As a core part of this grassroots team, you know firsthand that we don’t operate from a place of scarcity, panic, or arbitrary deadlines. Whether you’ve given $1, $10, or $100 during your time on Team Underwood, we know that your donation means you’re placing your trust in…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

January 17, 2024 at 12:31 AM

I need you with me

  John, tonight is our mid-month fundraising deadline. Here’s something I want you to know: The number of people on this team who chip in means so much more to me than the amount of each donation. That’s why I’m asking for just $1 today so we stay on track for this month’s critica…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

January 15, 2024 at 4:02 PM

This day in 1929

  John, On this day in 1929, Martin Luther King, Jr. was born. He was a child of the Great Depression, a time of economic inequality and poverty for so many. Yet he did not let that get in the way of leading a life filled with love and opportunity, as he was a son, a brother, and …

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

January 15, 2024 at 12:01 AM

Before we know it

  We don’t want to take you away from your activities this long weekend, so we’ll keep this quick. We’re already halfway through the month and our first fundraising deadline of the year will be here before we know it. To reach our first deadline, we need a few more grassroots dona…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

January 13, 2024 at 7:31 PM

Pros and Cons

  Sometimes a list of Pros and Cons is useful for decision making or making a point. Here’s one of ours: Pros: House Democrats are working tooth and nail to lower health care costs.  They’re calling on Congress to fully fund the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, …

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  Emma Benson · [email protected]

January 12, 2024 at 8:01 PM

Can you help me win?

  Hey John, Earlier this week, Pavitra, Lauren’s Senior Advisor, sent you our 2024 Election Year Survey. From that email, we received the average number of responses we expect during a non-election year. Now that it’s 2024, we’re working hard to get our number of responses back to…

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  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]

January 12, 2024 at 6:02 PM

Your health care insurance

  Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act health insurance plans is this Monday, 1/15 and families and individuals in 34 states, including Illinois, have until Tuesday, 1/16. Please make sure to check HealthCare.gov to learn more, review your plan, and sign up before the deadline.…

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  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

January 11, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Defending Lauren’s seat

  John — We couldn’t be more proud of the work this grassroots team achieved in 2023. Whether you donated, shared your thoughts on our surveys, or used your voice to strengthen our petitions, you supported Lauren as she implemented real change in Washington and for her community i…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

January 10, 2024 at 7:31 PM

We’ll say it again:

  John, Yet another New York Times article published this week highlights the preventable crisis Black mothers face every day: the extreme risk of pregnancy-related complications that lead to death three times more often than white mothers. Our ongoing calls and unified efforts as…

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  Pavitra Abraham · [email protected]

January 9, 2024 at 12:00 AM

Your needs and concerns:

  John — Your engagement and perspective are integral to our campaign and importantly, our democratic process. And as your advocate in Congress, Lauren is eager to ensure your voice is heard in shaping our priorities. The political landscape is rapidly changing, and our issues sur…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

January 6, 2024 at 8:31 PM

We’ll say it again:

  John — As we mark the third anniversary of the violent insurrection at our nation’s capitol, it’s infuriating that 1,095 days later, Donald Trump and his right-wing cronies insist on promoting unfounded conspiracy theories about our elections. In response, Lauren has not stopped…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

January 5, 2024 at 7:01 PM

10 months until Election Day

  John — Today marks exactly 10 months until Election Day, John, and the perfect opportunity to become a sustaining supporter for Lauren’s reelection campaign. We have three right-wing opponents who are all fighting for a spot on the ballot this November. We’re sure they’ll spend …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

January 3, 2024 at 11:31 PM

All thanks to you, John

  Happy New Year, John! Our end-of-quarter fundraising deadline ended on Sunday, and we want to thank you for supporting Lauren and our campaign during our big end-of-quarter push.  Not only did we reach our goal — we also received more online donations in December than any other …

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  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

January 3, 2024 at 10:05 PM

John, I want you to know this >>>

News from Representative Lauren Underwood January 3, 2024 Hi John, I hope you and your loved ones had a safe and wonderful holiday season! As we enter 2024, I’m thinking back on everything we achieved for our community. I came to Congress in 2018 with a mission: to…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

January 1, 2024 at 2:02 AM

Incredibly important

  Hi John — I’m sure you’re receiving quite a few emails right now, so I’ll make this one short. Our end-of-quarter fundraising deadline expires at midnight meaning our report to the Federal Election Committee is due very soon. Then it will become public for political pundits, Rep…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 9:31 PM

Making sure you saw the news, John

  John, we want to make sure you saw the recent incredible news: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Lauren for reelection in 2024! To take the House back from MAGA Republicans and reelect Lauren for a fourth term in Congress, we’ll need to start the new year with a competitive edge. …

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  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 3:31 PM

We’ll wrap this up quickly

  John, You know better than anyone that at Team Underwood, we don’t use scare tactics or inflated reports when we ask you to contribute to Lauren’s campaign. That’s why we’re sharing this ActBlue screenshot with you today. This is an honest look at our fundraising right now — and…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 12:30 AM

$9 million

  John, Before you close this email, there’s just one number we want you to know. $9 million. That’s how much the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) raised last month to keep their grip on the House majority. This tops their previous record raised during an off yea…

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  Lauren Underwood Finance Team · [email protected]

December 30, 2023 at 9:03 PM

Update on our goal

  John, This week, we introduced our ambitious end-of-year goal of adding 500 individual contributions by our FEC fundraising deadline on December 31. We’re incredibly grateful that folks on this grassroots team have stepped up for Lauren — but we still have a ways to go before we…

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  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

December 29, 2023 at 5:01 PM

Abortion rights are human rights

  John, When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year, we knew anti-abortion politicians would do everything in their power to build on that catastrophic decision and work to erode abortion access entirely. State legislatures across the country began to introduce and pas…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

December 28, 2023 at 8:31 PM

I’m “unbought and unbossed”

We’re tracking behind on our FEC fundraising goal.   John, Every day, I’m reminded of the spirit, career, and legacy of the late Shirley Chisholm, who taught me an invaluable lesson: If you’re not invited to the table, you bring your own folding chair. In 1968, Shirley Chisholm bec…

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  Emma Benson · [email protected]

December 28, 2023 at 12:31 AM

This one's about you

  John, As part of Lauren’s grassroots team, you know firsthand that authenticity drives our fundraising work. To us, you’re not just a name on our email list or a donation on ActBlue. The person behind the contribution matters — and you’re a valuable part of our work whether that…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

December 26, 2023 at 10:15 PM

Reflecting

  John, back when I first decided to run for Congress, I knew it was going to be an uphill battle. I knew that by championing what I believe in and being an unapologetic devotee to my community, I would become an easy target for extremist, far-right groups. I also knew that as a B…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

December 24, 2023 at 6:31 PM

Joyful holiday wishes!

  Hi John — Warmest thoughts for a joyous holiday season, and a happy New Year! Happy Holidays, Lauren Underwood Lauren Underwood for Congress13400 S. Route 59Suite 116 Box 248Plainfield, IL 60585United States www.underwoodforcongress.com | [email protected] …

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

December 23, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Good or bad

  The bad news: We’re in the midst of a holiday slump, meaning our progress to our fundraising goal has slowed significantly. This puts us at risk of missing the final and most important FEC deadline of the year. The good news: This team has a record of keeping our campaign ahead …

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  Pavitra Abraham · [email protected]

December 21, 2023 at 8:00 PM

Can we count on you, John?

  John, As someone who has been with Lauren every step of the way, you know that the size of this grassroots team is more important than the size of the contributions we receive. Knowing we have your support means everything to Lauren and our entire campaign team. Lauren’s success…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

December 20, 2023 at 8:02 PM

The act

  John,  We’re getting a jump on our end-of-year fundraising. Here’s why: With the GOP’s hold on the House majority — reproductive rights, accessible health care, our right to vote, and so much more are on the line.  Nearly one year into this term, we’ve witnessed the party of obs…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

December 18, 2023 at 9:01 PM

What’s next?

  Hi team, First: We reached out last week to ask for your support toward our mid-month fundraising goal. Then: Supporters like you began donating $5, $10, and $25 to help us reach our target. Now: There are less than two weeks until our end-of-quarter deadline, and we need to tak…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

December 17, 2023 at 10:31 PM

No stranger

  Hi John, I’m no stranger to working across the aisle to get things accomplished. Since I was first elected, I’ve had 14 bills signed into law — eight under President Biden over the last two years! But I’ll be honest, it will be a lot tougher to get our priorities across the fini…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

December 16, 2023 at 5:31 PM

I’ll ask you directly, John

Your support is so appreciated as we reach our end-of-year FEC deadline.   John, as we approach the end of the year, I’m reflecting on just how special it is to have you as part of this incredible grassroots team. You’ve supported me and been by my side every step of the way in 202…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

December 15, 2023 at 8:31 PM

$4 for Lauren’s 4th term

  John, what does $4 mean to you? A cup of coffee? A newspaper? A midday snack? What if that same $4 could also help reelect Lauren to her fourth term in Congress? When you donate to support Lauren’s reelection, that $4 goes a long way because of you. You are a crucial part of thi…

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  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]

December 15, 2023 at 12:01 AM

Merch to keep you cozy all winter long

  John, are you looking for the perfect present for your favorite Democrat this holiday season? Look no further than our Lauren Underwood Merch Store which has gifts to keep you and your loved ones warm and cozy all winter long, like: Our maroon Illinois beanie to sport your U…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

December 14, 2023 at 8:02 PM

Your time is valuable

  Dear John, Did you know that we closely review every response we receive from our supporters through our surveys? It’s true. We're specifically reaching out because we haven't received a response from you on our final survey of 2023. Your voice is a vital part of our team's stre…

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  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

December 13, 2023 at 8:31 PM

Two important dates in less than three weeks:

  We’ll be honest with you, John. We know we’re emailing you at an incredibly busy time — the holidays are in full swing, and you’re probably in the midst of making memories with your loved ones. But we hope you’ll take just three minutes to read this short message, because it’s t…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

December 11, 2023 at 9:31 PM

Election Year 2024 is just 3 weeks out

What’s at stake next November.   John, Election Year 2024 is just three weeks away, and we wanted to take a few moments today to explain to you what’s at stake next November. But before we do, will you consider chipping into Team Underwood to help our campaign head into 2024 in as …

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  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

December 10, 2023 at 7:00 PM

Your honest feedback

Our End-of-Year Survey   Hi John, While folks are winding down for the new year, we’re working hard to ramp up our operations and plan our 2024 strategy. Our top priority is putting working families in IL-14 first, that’s why Lauren listens to you and folks in our communities who w…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

December 8, 2023 at 8:31 PM

Let me take a moment to explain

Our fundraising numbers have dipped recently, but we can’t let up now.   My finance team informed me that we’ve been seeing a dip in our fundraising numbers recently — and we could fall short of our final FEC goal of 2023 if we don’t pick up the pace. John, I want to be honest wit…

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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]

December 7, 2023 at 9:32 PM

Asking for $4 — here’s why:

We came up short.   John, unfortunately, we came up short on our November fundraising goal last week. We hoped we’d make up for it in the first few days of December, but things have gotten off to a bit of a slow start. The good news is that by chipping in just $4 today, you can hel…

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  Nikki Budzinski · [email protected]

December 6, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Lauren and I are just getting started

  Hey John, My name is Nikki Budzinski. Lauren asked me to reach out to you to share my story. I’m a proud labor advocate and trade unionist, and last year, I won a competitive race and became the first Democratic woman elected to represent Illinois’ 13th Congressional District. I…

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  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]

December 6, 2023 at 1:31 AM

Thanks for your help

Climate Action, Gun Safety, Reproductive Freedom, Voting Rights   John, In last month’s priorities survey, the top responses we received were Climate Action, Gun Safety, Reproductive Freedom and Voting Rights. Whether you completed our survey or not, we’re asking if you’ll share so…

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  Team Underwood · [email protected]

December 5, 2023 at 1:16 AM

Here’s the catch:

F O U R   What’s so special about the number four? 4 ⬅️ That’s our magic number. If you guessed that 4 represents our goal to reach Lauren’s fourth term as our fearless representative in Congress, you’d be right! But there’s a catch. We need to show that this grassroots team, the o…

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

December 1, 2023 at 2:30 AM

This is incredibly important to me

Will you help our team reach our goal before the deadline expires at midnight?   I don’t want to take up too much of your valuable time, so I’ll keep this short. Tonight, my team will close the books on our November end-of-month deadline, and it’s incredibly important to me that we…

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  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]

December 1, 2023 at 1:02 AM

Quick question:

Do you want to keep Lauren’s voice in the House and reclaim our Democratic majority?   We have one question for you, John. Do you want to keep Lauren’s voice in the House and reclaim the Democratic majority? If you answered yes, can you pitch in any amount toward our campaign work …

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  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]

November 30, 2023 at 7:31 PM

I know what this team can do

  John, It’s the last day of November. There could be many things on your mind other than tonight’s fundraising deadline — but I hope you’ll hear me out for a moment. At the end of each month, our team, including Emma and Pavitra, meets to review the amount we’ve raised and the nu…

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