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  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
December 19, 2024 at 1:44 PM

The Post Office is Being Targeted!

, I don’t know if you’ve heard the news, but Donald Trump is already targeting the post office. Thanks to investigative journalists, we now know Trump has been having closed door meetings to discuss privatizing the United States …
  Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
December 9, 2024 at 1:06 PM

Exciting Wins for Ohio Senate Democrats — and the Road Ahead

, I hope you had a restful Thanksgiving with family and friends. I wanted to follow up now after we‘ve gotten official election results back from the Secretary of State’s office.   The 2024 election has been bittersweet for Ohio …
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
October 8, 2024 at 1:32 PM

🚨New Poll in Ohio Senate Race!

, I've got some HUGE news to share! We're pulling ahead in the most competitive State Senate race in Ohio this year!   Our latest poll show Sue Durichko is 2 POINTS AHEAD of her extreme, out-of-touch Republican opponent. …
  Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
September 11, 2024 at 7:26 PM

Help Us Counter Trump’s Division: Support Ohio’s Fight for Freedom and Opportunity

, Last night, we witnessed a debate between two candidates offering starkly different visions for our homes, families, and workplaces. Disgraced former President Trump continued to push his divisive rhetoric of anger and fear, re…
  Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
September 6, 2024 at 10:19 PM

Join the Fight: How We Can Win Big for Democrats This Election!

, A few weeks ago, I spoke at the breakfast for the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where we were reminded: when we fight, WE WIN!   The stakes couldn't be higher!  We know that now is our time to fight because Democra…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
May 28, 2024 at 7:23 PM

Urgent: Stand with Senate Democrats Against Republican Extortion Tactics

We must defend the ballot initiative process! Friend, Today, the Ohio Senate Democrats drew a hard line, rejecting Republican extortion attempts to get President Joe Biden on the ballot in Ohio.Republican legislators have refused to allow President Biden to appear on the Ohio ballot unless they ca…
  Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
May 24, 2024 at 12:30 PM

We Need Your Help to Get Joe Biden on the Ballot in Ohio

Please sign our letter asking Republicans to stop holding our elections hostage Friend, Today, Republican Speaker Jason Stephens said that the Ohio State legislature cannot come to a resolution to put President Joe Biden on the Ohio ballot. That means that Joe Biden is on the ballot in every state …
  Sue Durichko · [email protected]
April 10, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Most Competitive Race in Ohio

We need your help! Friend, I'm delighted to share that the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) recognized my race for the Ohio Senate as one of the most important races in the entire nation! This race is not only about the the West Side of Cuyahoga County, but it's crucial to gaining b…
  Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
January 10, 2024 at 9:19 PM

House Republicans just voted to override VETO

The fight to stop HB 68 moves to the SenateFriend, Today, Ohio House Republicans voted to override Governor Mike DeWine's veto of House Bill 68.  This discriminatory bill undermines parental rights by banning gender-affirming healthcare and prohibits trans girls and women from playing on sports t…
  Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
December 29, 2023 at 6:00 PM

Victory-Governor Vetoes HB68

The fight to protect trans youth continuesFriend, Last week, I personally asked Governor DeWine to veto House Bill 68 which would discriminate against and target trans youth across Ohio.  I joined thousands of advocates, kids, parents, and religious and business leaders who spoke out against this…
  Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
December 29, 2023 at 2:00 PM

Happy New Year from the Ohio Senate Democrats!

End 2023 with a $100 tax creditHi Friend, Did you know that Ohio offers a $50 tax credit (or $100 for married couples) for a contribution to a campaign for the State Senate?  With the New Year approaching, now is your chance to make the most of the political contribution tax credit.  You can end the…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 2:00 PM

Our Candidates Just Filed...

Filing Deadline UpdateFriend, Yesterday was the filing deadline for every election in Ohio next year. I'm excited to let you know that we filed a Democratic candidate in EVERY State Senate district next year! This huge achievement could not be possible without the help of all our friends. We've l…
  Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
November 8, 2023 at 1:00 PM

Victory in Ohio!

Thank you for your hard work!Friend, DONATE Sincerely,Minority Leader Nickie J. AntonioState Senator (D-Lakewood)Ohio Senate Democrats  Paid for by Ohio Senate Democrats Ohio Senate Democrats545 E. Town StreetColumbus, OH 43215United States If you believe you received this message in error or wi…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
November 6, 2023 at 4:07 PM

Tomorrow's Election is Historic

We need your help today!Friend, Time is running out.  Election day is tomorrow.  This is a historic election.  Our reproductive rights are on the line, and the whole nation is watching.  Your vote will shape the future of Ohio politics. Bankrolled by dark money, Republicans are spreading misinforma…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
October 13, 2023 at 9:30 PM

Ohio's Shame: Jim Jordan

Friend, Republicans just decided to make Jim Jordan the Speaker of the House.  This is embarrassing, not just for the Republicans in Congress, but all of Ohio.  If we want to remove this black eye from our beloved state, we MUST fight against Jim and his cronies at every level.  Please consider giv…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
October 11, 2023 at 8:44 PM

Senate Republicans Just Did Something Unbelievable

Friend, I cannot believe that I'm saying this, but Senate Republicans just voted on the floor to oppose Issue 1.  You might be asking, "Why is this such a big deal?".  Because, on the taxpayers' dime, the Republicans are committing resources towards a ballot issue to be decided on by the voters of …
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
September 20, 2023 at 8:03 PM

NEW MAPS WERE JUST RELEASED IN OHIO!

Friend, Republicans just released unfair, gerrymandered maps! We knew it was going to be bad, but this is unbelievable. These maps are not fair nor balanced! If we're going to win back power in Ohio, we need your help!  Please give $20.24 today to help us fight this gerrymandered map! DONATE In S…
  Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
September 20, 2023 at 2:31 PM

Why I proposed new maps...

Friend, Yesterday, House Caucus Leader Allison Russo and I introduced new legislative district maps.  I'm sure you're wondering why we are proposing these maps now after we used the last set for only one election.  It's confusing, so I want to explain our reasoning. Currently in Ohio, the Ohio R…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
September 19, 2023 at 3:00 PM

New Maps Were Just Announced in Ohio!

Friend, The Ohio House and Senate Democrats just announced the maps that they are proposing for Ohio State Legislature redistricting this year.  The maps are fair and representative of not only how Ohio votes but ensure we keep similar communities and neighborhoods together.  These maps really prov…
  Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
September 13, 2023 at 1:00 PM

The Fight for Fair Maps Begins Today

Help us stop gerrymanderingFriend, I'm heading into the Redistricting Commission meeting, and I wanted to give you an idea of what most likely will happen. To be honest with you, we don't really know what's going to happen in there.  Similar to 2021 and 2022, Republicans have been meeting behind cl…
  Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
August 15, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Thank You for Our Victory in Ohio

Critical Election in NovemberFriend, I'm happy to say Ohioans won this past Tuesday!  Thanks to your help, we secured Ohioan's access to democracy and the ability to amend their Constitution!Our Senators worked hard across the state, sending over 20,000 absentee ballot requests, more than 100,000 t…
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
August 11, 2023 at 8:03 PM

Ohio Supreme Court Rules on Ballot Initiative!

We have a fight on our hands this NovemberFriend, I'm writing you today with some exciting news: the Ohio Supreme Court has rejected the legal challenge to the reproductive freedom ballot initiative! This is a huge victory for our movement, and it means that we are one step closer to enshrining ab…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
August 9, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Ohio Won!

We shocked the world.Friend, Ohio shocked the world! I'm writing to you today to thank you for your support in the election last night. We couldn't have done it without you. If Issue 1 had passed, it would have subverted the democratic process and prevented Ohioans from voting on issues they care a…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
July 31, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Important Deadline: Only Hours Left!

We need your help now!Friend, We're approaching our July fundraising deadline, and there isn't much time left.  It has been a busy summer fighting for reproductive rights and protecting our ballot initiative process.  But there is still so much work left to do. As always, fundraising is the key to …
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
July 17, 2023 at 1:26 PM

We Need Your Help Now

With an approaching fundraising deadline, we need your support!Friend, It’s crunch time, and here’s what’s at stake: The Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus has a fundraising deadline coming up, and we need your help to reach our goal of $5,000 before the deadline. Your legislators are working hard to pr…
  Sen. Bill DeMora · [email protected]
June 16, 2023 at 2:29 PM

Bullsh*t Budget

I voted no on the budget. Let me tell you why.Friend, I voted no on the state budget yesterday because it's bullsh*t. It hurts millions of Ohioans. Instead of investing in our schools, our healthcare, and our communities, this budget cuts funding for all of these essential services. DONATE Here a…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
May 17, 2023 at 7:36 PM

An Attack on Education

Today SB83 passed, attacking our colleges and universities!Friend, I am writing to you today with some bad news. Senate Bill 83, the bill that would have defunded universities that teach diversity and inclusion, has passed in the Ohio Senate. This is a huge setback for academic freedom and intelle…
  Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
May 12, 2023 at 1:09 PM

Did you see the email from Simon?

An update on the extremist attack on your rightsFriend, On Wednesday, the Ohio House voted to create a special election this August in Ohio. This resolution would make it much more difficult for Ohioans to pass important ballot initiatives, such as those that would raise the minimum wage, expand a…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
May 10, 2023 at 9:02 PM

Things in Ohio just changed! We need your help!

There has been an attack on your right to amend the constitutionFriend, I'm writing to you today with some urgent news. The Ohio House just passed Senate Joint Resolution 2 (SJR2), a bill that would make it much more difficult for Ohioans to amend their state constitution. SJR2 would require a supe…
  Minority Leader Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
April 14, 2023 at 1:01 PM

Help End the Death Penalty in Ohio

We can make Ohio the 24th no death penalty state!Friend, I hope this email finds you well.  Today, I joined a bipartisan group of Ohio legislators who announced their support for repealing the death penalty in our state. This is a historic moment, and it's one that we couldn't have made possible wi…
  Paula Hicks-Hudson · [email protected]
March 31, 2023 at 3:21 PM

Doula services needed in Ohio

Sen. Hicks-Hudson works to ensure access to healthcare Friend, I'm writing to ask for your help in supporting a bill that would provide doula services to low-income Ohioans.  Doulas are trained professionals who provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a mother before, d…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
February 10, 2023 at 2:23 PM

Ohio is a field of dreams

We need your help to win competitive races in OhioFriend, “We’re gonna create hundreds of thousands of new jobs across the country, and I mean across the whole country. Throughout not just the coast but through the middle of the country as well. That’s going to come from companies that have announ…
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
January 4, 2023 at 1:00 PM

We need you to help start the New Year right!

Friend,  Happy New Year!  We are excited to kick off the new year fighting for the issues that so many Ohioans face, like securing workers' rights, economic recovery, quality education, and access to health care.  As the 2024 election cycle begins, we want you to know we are prepared to fight acros…
  Senator Nickie J. Antonio · [email protected]
December 22, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Happy Holidays from the Ohio Senate Dems

We are building for 2023!Friend,  We wanted to take a moment to thank you again for your support during this busy election year, and we are excited to continue fighting for you and the state of Ohio in our next legislative session.  During lame-duck, we saw serious attacks on election rights, the e…
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
November 7, 2022 at 1:02 PM

It's time to fight back

Election day is TOMORROWHi, Friend, Tomorrow is election day, and Ohio has endured unimaginable hardship since the Republicans took over. The Republican party and their extremist wing have shown everyone how dysfunctional they truly are. Due to their failed policies, hard-working Ohioans have to co…
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
November 6, 2022 at 1:02 PM

2 Days

Only 2 Days until the electionFriend,  Our team is working overtime this weekend to make sure Democrats win in the closest races across the state - canvassing, phone banking, text banking, and shoring up poll standing in critical parts of the state to make sure Democrats win this Tuesday.  We're th…
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
November 5, 2022 at 12:01 PM

3 Days

Only 3 Days until the electionHey Friend,  With only 3 days until the election, every single one of our closest races will be decided by tens or hundreds rather than thousands of vote.  So we need everyone — night owls and early birds and everyone in between — to support our candidates, help us spr…
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
November 3, 2022 at 12:00 PM

5 Days

Only 5 Days until the electionFriend, There's only 5 days left in the election, and the Republican campaign machine is in full swing. Even just in official spending, we're outspent in all of our closest races - and with Republican SuperPAC spending, the financial gap is even larger in reality. Camp…
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
October 31, 2022 at 12:00 PM

Happy Halloween from the Ohio Senate Democrats!

Only 8 Days until the electionHappy Halloween, Friend! There's just 8 days until the election, and nothing is scarier than the Republican agenda - from restrictions on abortion access, to trans healthcare, to deep cuts to vital public services and local governments, and attacks on our right to free…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
October 28, 2022 at 12:02 PM

WE NEED HELP!

GOP is spending EVERYTHING on our CLOSEST racesFriend, The GOP establishment and their dark money PACs are descending on every close race in Ohio because they know that despite being ignored by the national Democratic Party establishment, Ohio is still a critical battleground. Ohio Republicans and …
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
October 25, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Momentum

Too close for comfort Friend, Two weeks ago, we warned you that Tina Maharath, the most vulnerable Democratic incumbent in the state, had fallen behind in her race to represent Senate District 3.  Tina Maharath's victory in 2018 was the first Democratic flip in the Ohio Senate since 2006. It was ou…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
October 21, 2022 at 3:56 PM

GOP Antisemitism Comes to Ohio SD-3

Help us stop Michele Reynolds today!Wow, Friend, I wish I was making this up.  But some news came out about Michele Reynolds… and I think you’ll probably want to read it for yourself:  Antisemitism starts as rhetoric until it becomes violence. It has no place in our communities, our state or our le…
  Quinn Albright · [email protected]
October 19, 2022 at 12:02 PM

20 days from now, we can win these races

Look at our opportunities to flip GOP-held senate seats across Ohio YES Paid for by Ohio Senate Democrats  Ohio Senate Democrats545 E. Town StreetColumbus, OH 43215United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
October 17, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Urgent: Close Race in Summit County

Neck-in-neck: Dr. Goetz 45%, Roegner 42% Friend -- we need $25 to help FLIP District 27 Blue. Give an urgent donation now and help us hit 200 contributions by Friday, then read why below >>   OHIO SENATE DISTRICT 27(D) DR. PATRICIA GOETZ: 45%(R) KRISTINA ROEGNER: 42% In the last few months, p…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
October 13, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Scary

Too close for comfort Friend,  We are NOT trying to freak you out. But we DO need to raise the alarm.  Tina Maharath's victory in 2018 was the first Democratic flip in the Ohio Senate since 2006. It was our first step towards breaking the Republican supermajority in the Ohio State Senate.  But acco…
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
October 9, 2022 at 12:00 PM

30 Days Left!

30 days until the electionHi Friend,  We’re soooooo close to reaching our big goal of $3,700 before our our 30 day deadline - TONIGHT. Really, really close! With the election only *30 days* away, we are feeling *so* grateful for our grassroots supporters. We couldn’t do this without you!  But we’re…
  Nickie Antonio · [email protected]
October 5, 2022 at 1:24 PM

The horrifying effects of Ohio's six-week abortion ban

"'I would attempt to terminate my pregnancy by drinking bleach': The effects of Ohio's six-week abortion ban"The Human Cost of Ohio's 6-Week Abortion Ban  I'm absolutely horrified by the stories in this article about Ohio's six-week abortion ban.   Three different women with unwanted pregnancies wh…
  Nickie Antonioo · [email protected]
September 13, 2022 at 8:06 PM

BREAKING: Lindsey Graham just introduced a national abortion ban

These attacks on abortion rights are a threat to us all Friends, As Americans across the country show their support for reproductive freedom, Ohio Republicans and Lindsey Graham are yet again trying to strip us of those liberties – this time with a national abortion ban.  61% of Ohioans agree that …
  Brandy Duncan · [email protected]
September 9, 2022 at 8:00 PM

Only 60 Days Left

Hey Friends, With only 60 days left until the general election, it's more important than ever that we have the resources we need to fight for Ohio's families. The Republicans have been in control of the Ohio State Senate for too long, and they've used that power to pass some of the most extreme ant…
  Simon Dallas · [email protected]
September 6, 2022 at 12:31 PM

Cap Insulin Prices Now!

Hi Friend,  Friends, As the pharmaceutical companies continue to rake in record profits, the price of insulin has tripled in the last decade, forcing one in four Ohioans living with diabetes to ration their insulin. This practice is dangerous and costs lives, but for many people it is their only ch…