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  Underwood HQ · [email protected]
September 13, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Eight Oh Six

Why is 806 significant for our team this election? Supporters have chipped in 806 $4 contributions toward Lauren’s reelection this November. That’s $4 from Judy in Oswego to send Lauren back to Congress for her fourth term. $4 from Lorna in Naperville to show Jim Marter that this …
  Underwood HQ · [email protected]
September 13, 2024 at 6:01 PM

Assault weapons & violence against women

This year marks the 30th anniversary of two landmark laws that have protected our communities and saved lives: the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons Ban and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).  These laws increased the safety and well-being of families nationwide. Yet gun violence r…
  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]
September 13, 2024 at 2:02 AM

We need to talk

John, Should they win in November, MAGA Republicans have promised to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA). We need to talk about the catastrophic effects that a full or partial repeal of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) would have on our communities in IL-14 and across the country. W…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
September 12, 2024 at 9:01 PM

$4 for 4 donor drive

Hey John, Today, we’re launching our $4 for 4 donor drive. And no, we’re not talking about the famous fast food combo! We’re asking our top supporters to pitch in $1 for each time we’ve elected Lauren to Congress (three so far), plus one more for our goal this election to send Lau…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
September 12, 2024 at 12:32 AM

We have to hold the GOP accountable

Reproductive freedom is a human right. Our lives, health, and bodies are none of extreme MAGA Republicans’ (or anyone else’s) business! John, will you pitch in to support our fight for reproductive freedom? Any amount will help us defeat MAGA extremists threatening our fundamenta…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
September 11, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Onward

Today, we pause to remember the profound impact of September 11, 2001, a day that reshaped our nation in immeasurable ways. As we honor the lives lost and impacted, we recall the extraordinary unity that followed. We came together — neighbors helped one another and strangers reach…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
September 11, 2024 at 12:01 AM

I have one message

Hey John — I have one message for my MAGA opponent Jim Marter — who actually said he has information that says he’s winning this race. GAME ON Jim Marter is an extreme MAGA Republican who wants to slash Social Security and Medicare. Can you imagine? We ca…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
September 10, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Tonight’s debate

John, Tonight’s presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will showcase the clear contrast between their visions for our community in Illinois and the future of the entire country. Your support and participation in our campaign is i…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
September 9, 2024 at 11:04 PM

The Equality Act

Hey John, The GOP’s blueprint for dismantling our democracy, Project 2025, endangers the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+ communities nationwide. As extreme MAGA Republicans infringe on our civil liberties and invade our personal lives — where they have no right to interfere — Lauren…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
September 8, 2024 at 11:32 PM

Trust

John, As a team, we have achieved so much together over the past eight years. In 2018, we did what many said was impossible and made history by electing the youngest Black woman to ever serve in Congress. Then this team overcame staggering political odds in 2020 by propelling me t…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
September 8, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Let’s make history again

John, As a team, we have achieved so much together over the past eight years. In 2018, we did what many said was impossible and made history by electing the youngest Black woman to ever serve in Congress. Then this team overcame staggering political odds in 2020 by propelling me t…
  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]
September 7, 2024 at 9:01 PM

Marter’s delusional vision

Hey John — bumping this email (on Lauren’s opponent) up for you real quick. We didn’t want you to miss Jim Marter’s delusional vision of the future of IL-14 in this election. He thinks we want to go backward. 🙄 Um, no. Hard pass. Can you chip in a few dollars to help further our r…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
September 7, 2024 at 4:01 PM

September voting

John, Did you know that Illinois voters can begin voting THIS month? That’s right, early voting in person or by mail starts on Thursday, September 26! Illinoisans don’t have to wait until November 5 — we can get voting checked off our list and be among the first in the nation to v…
  Underwood HQ · [email protected]
September 6, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Lauren’s 18 pieces of legislation signed into law

Did you hear the news, John? Lauren now has 18 pieces of legislation signed into law! If there’s one thing you can count on, it’s Lauren’s leadership for IL-14 in Congress. 🎯 Effective? You bet! 🛠️ Dedicated? Every single day. 📈 Pushing for results? Just look at her record. Lauren…
  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]
September 5, 2024 at 3:00 PM

The nerve of this guy

John, Lauren is up against Republican Jim Marter whose dangerous and extreme MAGA agenda threatens our community and values. There’s no question — he’s not fit to lead and certainly is not right for IL-14. Marter has built his campaign on divisive and harmful policies. He criticiz…
  Emma Benson · [email protected]
September 4, 2024 at 6:02 PM

Can’t wait!

Hi John, Emma here. I’m emailing you to say THANK YOU for all of your support for Lauren and our campaign. Everything you’ve pitched in has helped keep our team strong, fighting for her reelection, and making strides toward electing Democratic leaders across the country. To be hon…
  Underwood HQ · [email protected]
September 3, 2024 at 11:06 PM

Twosday, get it?

John, We've dubbed this day "Two-Dollar Twosday," a special effort to keep Team Underwood moving forward and making an impact in our district. Our initial launch was a great success and we're really hoping for a repeat! You might be wondering, 'why $2?' First, because we think it'…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
September 2, 2024 at 11:32 PM

Anti-worker policies

On this Labor Day, let's honor the tremendous contributions of hard working Americans, past and present, while recognizing the ongoing need for more worker protections. Labor unions are vital in protecting workers, advocating for fair treatment, and standing against threats like P…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 31, 2024 at 11:33 PM

Important to me

Hey 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 August end-of-month deadline, and it’s incredibly important to me that we hit our goal. Your support helps make sure this seat remains foc…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 31, 2024 at 6:03 PM

18

John, Our August fundraising deadline is just hours away, and we urgently need your support to prove that our campaign is stronger than ever and fully prepared to reelect Lauren Underwood for her fourth term as IL-14's fearless leader. Donate now to help us secure victory for IL-1…
  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]
August 31, 2024 at 1:03 PM

Lauren’s $1 request for John

Hi there — Lauren wanted us to pass on this urgent request: Hey John, Our campaign is getting pretty close to reaching our August goal, and my team just told me that we’re only 109 donations away from hitting our target. Can you chip in $1 ahead of tonight’s deadline? C…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 30, 2024 at 7:02 PM

💅💅💅

On this Friday of Labor Day Weekend, we will not keep you long. We have to ask before folks log off for the holiday: John, can you donate toward Lauren’s reelection and help us reach our end-of-month goal? DONATE Your support right now would be a life saver! Anything you can…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 30, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Winners

John, With only one day to go until our critical end-of-month fundraising deadline, just a couple dollars from supporters right now would make a difference. When other supporters chip in their $4 here and another couple dollars there, it adds up to make a big statement about who w…
  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]
August 29, 2024 at 10:02 PM

4 arguments

Argument #1: Everyone deserves and must have reproductive freedom in order to live full and free lives. Argument #2: Working families shouldn’t have to pay more for basic necessities than the wealthy and big corporations. Lowering costs must be a top priority for Congress. Argumen…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 29, 2024 at 2:32 PM

The incredible candidates of Farm Team PAC

Across our district, local elections are more important than ever. These races aren’t just about who will represent us — they’re about shaping the future of our communities. That’s why Lauren’s Farm Team PAC is endorsing over 40 exceptional candidates in the general election. Thes…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 29, 2024 at 12:32 AM

Someone close to you

John, Imagine someone close to you — a sister, cousin, spouse, colleague, or friend — is expecting a baby. As the due date nears, what should be a joyous time turns to fear and concern. The most dangerous and avoidable complications arise — problems that proper care could prevent.…
  Deadline at Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 28, 2024 at 4:02 PM

Don’t underestimate your support

John,  As November 5 approaches, let's remember that every election — big or small — has a huge impact. Local and down-ballot races shape our daily lives just as much as top-ticket elections. State attorneys general, state lawmakers, and governors play critical roles in defending …
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 28, 2024 at 12:31 AM

Lauren & Desi Lydic

John — Last week was incredible! As Lauren juggled the demands of the convention, she was also working double time to share our message. The day after her DNC speech, she joined Desi Lydic on The Daily Show to talk about some of the most critical issues impacting Americans, from …
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 27, 2024 at 8:32 PM

The writing is on the wall

John — we will be stressing this nonstop through Election Day: The writing is on the wall, in bold and underlined:  If MAGA Republicans seize control of Congress, they'll push to ban abortion nationwide. GOP lawmakers cheered on the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 26, 2024 at 8:02 PM

38 percent are first-time donors!

With the race for IL-14 underway, and an extreme MAGA Republican vying for Lauren’s seat, it’s critical that our campaign stays in a position to win. Here’s an update on our progress: FIRST, our team demonstrated our grassroots power throughout the first six months of 2024 by work…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 25, 2024 at 10:09 PM

What can I say?

John, is there anything I can say that would convince you to chip in to my campaign ahead of our end-of-August fundraising deadline? If you’re ready to chip in now, please do so — we really need the support. If you want to hear me out, read on. If you've saved your payment informa…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 25, 2024 at 1:12 AM

Convention week with my mom

Hey John — The Democratic National Convention was everything we had hoped it would be and more. The best part was sharing this historic convention week with my mom. I’ve attached her message with some reflections here, and I hope you’ll read it and consider pitching in to help us …
  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 24, 2024 at 8:28 PM

Monday: Join us in Joliet for the 2024 Black Maternal Health Caucus Stakeholder Summit

News from Representative Lauren Underwood August 24, 2024 Hi Neighbor, This Monday, moms, advocates, and stakeholders from our community and beyond will arrive in Joliet for the fourth annual Black Maternal Health Caucus Stakeholder Summit. I hope you will join us fo…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 23, 2024 at 10:39 PM

What just happened

Four years ago, we banded together to reject MAGA extremism, end Trump’s dangerous presidency, and steer our nation toward progress. Our unity made that victory possible. Today, we are still on that path, but MAGA extremism threatens to divert us down a road of division and fear t…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 23, 2024 at 1:02 AM

My mom & me

Hi John, Lauren here! The Democratic National Convention has been everything we had hoped it would be and more. It was an honor to be a speaker on day 1 of the DNC. I’m energized by the thousands of grassroots delegates from across the country fired up and ready to do the work to …
  Mrs. Underwood · [email protected]
August 21, 2024 at 10:32 PM

From the convention floor

Hi John, This is Darla Underwood, Lauren’s mom. I’m writing this email from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago where I serve as a delegate for the Harris-Walz ticket. The energy on the floor of the convention is incredible, and this level of enthusiasm is what we were a…
  Emma Benson · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 11:04 PM

Let me fill you in

John, I’m in Chicago with Lauren and Pavitra at the Democratic National Convention and wanted to fill you in on a few things. First: Lauren was chosen to deliver one of the first speeches on opening night of the DNC, so we’ve been pretty busy preparing (and I must admit, a little …
  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 8:46 PM

This Month, Social Security turned 89.

News from Representative Lauren Underwood Hi John, This Month, Social Security turned 89. For 89 years, Social Security has been a sacred promise that seniors deserve to retire with dignity. Unfortunately, while I’m working with my Democratic colleagues to strengthen…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 6:43 PM

Did you see Lauren?

John — did you see Lauren on stage last night as one of the first speakers at the Democratic National Convention’s opening night? We are beaming with pride at her message of unity, resilience, and hope for the future. Don’t miss hearing her remarks and showing Lauren your support …
  Underwood HQ · [email protected]
August 19, 2024 at 10:02 PM

Lauren’s speech today

John, Did you hear that Lauren is speaking at the Democratic National Convention today? We’ve added more details below, but before you scroll down, will you chip in $4 to encourage and rally behind Lauren as she speaks at convention? CHIP IN $4 Thanks for giving Lauren a boo…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 19, 2024 at 6:02 PM

Lauren is speaking at the DNC 🎤

John — We have some exciting news to share: Our very own Congresswoman Lauren Underwood has been selected to speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago today! 🎉 Here’s Lauren meeting with DNC headquarters staff, covering the stakes of this election and how important th…
  Lauren Underwood for Congress · [email protected]
August 16, 2024 at 9:32 PM

Leading the charge

John, we’re going to be real with you. Now more than ever, we must mobilize our grassroots team and raise the resources needed to defend working families in IL-14 from far-right MAGA Republicans’ relentless attacks. When Vice President Kamala Harris joined the presidential race, i…
  Representative Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 16, 2024 at 6:22 PM

Join us in Joliet for the 2024 Black Maternal Health Caucus Stakeholder Summit

News from Representative Lauren Underwood August 16, 2024 Hi Neighbor, In just 10 days, moms, advocates, and stakeholders from our community and beyond will arrive in Joliet for the fourth annual Black Maternal Health Caucus Stakeholder Summit. I hope you will join u…
  Underwood HQ · [email protected]
August 16, 2024 at 2:01 PM

A special moment

John, Today is a day of celebration for our campaign! It marks the second anniversary of the Democrats' landmark Inflation Reduction Act and, in turn, the second anniversary of Lauren's historic Health Care Affordability Act. These monumental achievements highlight Democrats’ comm…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 16, 2024 at 12:32 AM

Our final mid-quarter deadline

Hey John — Four times a year, our team reviews our fundraising numbers halfway through our four FEC fundraising quarters. We need to reach this mid-quarter fundraising deadline today to stay on track. With only 12 weeks until Election Day, this is our most important deadline yet a…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 15, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Can I explain?

John — In just a moment, I’m going to ask you to make a contribution toward our last mid-quarter fundraising deadline before Election Day. But first, let me explain why your support is so incredibly important, especially right now. At the end of September, my team will send a quar…
  Underwood HQ · [email protected]
August 14, 2024 at 6:31 PM

This is bad

John, We're days away from our mid-quarter deadline, and we need your help. The bad news: Mid-quarter checkpoints bring in fewer donations than monthly or quarterly deadlines — this time, we can’t afford to leave this one to chance. We must be proactive in ensuring we win this sea…
  UnderwoodforCongress.com · [email protected]
August 14, 2024 at 12:49 AM

Just us?

John — is it just us or is the summer flying by? Here we are in the middle of August, with less than 12 weeks until the general election. What we do with this time will make the difference in our race against MAGA extremist Jim Marter, it will make the difference in taking back th…
  Lauren Underwood · [email protected]
August 12, 2024 at 9:02 PM

Look

Hey John — According to my team, fewer folks have been opening and donating to our emails recently and as a result, we’re not on track to hit our critical fundraising goal before September. Look, I get it — I know these emails can get pretty pesky sometimes, John. My staff may not…
  Team Underwood · [email protected]
August 11, 2024 at 10:01 PM

They’re scheming

John, Congressional Republicans have failed to use their majority to carry out a unified plan that will help the American people and at this point, it’s not going to happen. Extreme MAGA Republicans like Lauren’s opponent, James Marter, are scheming to keep control of the House so…