Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 26, 2025 at 4:56 PM

Building a strong base is essential

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John, I hope you're doing as well as you can right now.  As we approach the end-of-quarter, I have to reach out about the importance of reaching our quarterly fundraising deadline over these next 5 days. I want to be honest — I hate asking for your mone…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

June 25, 2025 at 3:18 PM

Something you won’t hear from us

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, all of us — and especially Becca — are incredibly grateful for the support of this grassroots team.  That’s why there’s something you’ll never hear from us: gimmicks or scare tactics to earn your contribution. No, claiming that the sky is falling if w…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 24, 2025 at 5:20 PM

Early coffee thoughts

Becca Balint for Vermont   John —  This morning over coffee, I was thinking about how often I get asked: “How can you stand to do this job? Why are you still in this work?” My perspective is that I don’t have to do this. I get to do this. And together, we get to do important work as …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 21, 2025 at 6:44 PM

Missing your response

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I'm reviewing survey responses with my team and didn't see your name on our list.  Can you take a minute to take our survey? I'll take your feedback to heart in Washington, so it would mean a lot if you shared your thoughts. TAKE THE SURVEY ----…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 19, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Celebrating Juneteenth

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, today on Juneteenth, we commemorate the day in 1865 on which the final enslaved Americans in the confederate South learned they were free. Today is only our country's fifth year recognizing Juneteenth as a federal holiday. It took more than 150 years …

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

June 18, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Pesky emails...

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John, we know these emails can get annoying. Our inboxes are getting crowded, too — so trust us when we say we understand how frustrating the constant stream of emails can be.  But we’re reaching out to you today because these emails are the best way to…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM

“I've never ever been to a protest or rally, I'm so glad I did. It feels wonderful.”

Becca Balint for Vermont   John I've been reflecting on last weekend’s No Kings Day. We started the day at a tiny protest in Jamaica, then to a massive rally in Burlington, then to another big one in St. Albans. It's incredible to see people who haven't done anything like this before…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 15, 2025 at 7:30 PM

You know how much I hate asking

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, You know how much I hate asking for donations, especially on weekends. It’s honestly one of my least favorite parts of the job.  But we have an FEC deadline coming up at the end of the month — and there are no do-overs or second chances with these.  E…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 14, 2025 at 7:37 PM

Out of town

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John. I'm back in Vermont, and BOY am I happy to be out of town during Trump's $45 million military parade. 🙄 It’s ridiculous, John. While American families are stuck bearing the brunt of Trump’s disastrous policies and billionaire-first budget, he’s sp…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

June 13, 2025 at 5:22 PM

June is make-or-break

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — For campaigns like ours, June can be make-or-break.  At the end of this month, we’re legally required to report our fundraising numbers for the entire quarter to the Federal Election Commission (FEC). After we submit our report, it will be publicly a…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 12, 2025 at 9:36 PM

This is about seizing more power

Becca Balint for Vermont   Let’s be clear about this, John: Everything that’s happening in Los Angeles right now is about seizing more power. And that’s always been the goal. Donald Trump is signaling to the American people that he will not let rules or laws stop him from what he rea…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 11, 2025 at 7:32 PM

My summer survey >>

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John, Now that the weather's getting warmer in Vermont, it’s finally starting to feel like summer. But our work in the House isn't slowing down any time soon.  I've heard from Vermonters across the state who are concerned about Trump's dictator-like cra…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 9, 2025 at 5:31 PM

These Blundstones were made for walking!

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I knew this job would keep me on my feet — but I didn’t expect to wear the soles right off my Blundstones! From parades to canvassing to meeting with Vermonters across the state, these boots have carried me through countless conversations about the i…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 7, 2025 at 6:35 PM

Gordon, Becky, Byron, and John

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I am endlessly grateful for this team’s support. Every time someone chips in a grassroots donation, it’s a strong reminder that there’s a team of people like you who believe in my work.  Like Gordon in Saxtons River, who chipped in $25. Or Becky in Ru…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Blunt

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I'm going to be blunt — Republicans are lying to you about their budget. They claim that their budget won't take away health care from anyone. Last weekend, Speaker Mike Johnson said 4.8 million Americans will only lose their Medicaid benefits if they…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

June 5, 2025 at 5:46 PM

We must pass the Equality Act.

Becca Balint for Vermont   Happy Pride Month, John. 🏳️‍🌈 I know that the anxiety and fear within our community feels heightened this year with attacks from every direction, but I’m determined to make this a joyful month — and I hope you’ll join me. This month and every month, I’m sur…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 31, 2025 at 9:46 PM

5 sentences

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I’ll keep this super quick.  I know it’s the weekend, but I had to reach out one last time — my team told me we’re behind on our May fundraising goal. You know I hate asking, but reaching this goal is important for our campaign. Can you help us stay o…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 30, 2025 at 7:39 PM

A personal request:

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hi John, it’s Becca. I have a personal request: Before you log off for the weekend, can you pitch in $10 or any amount to my campaign?  Here’s the best link to donate: http://secure.actblue.com/donate/rab-em-may2025 I hate asking for your money, John. It’s …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM

Newport

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — Yesterday, I held a town hall in Newport. Over 100 of you joined us to share your stories, thoughts, and concerns. I share many of them.  Trump’s cruel budget bill cuts food assistance and Medicaid, putting the health care of millions of Americans at…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 28, 2025 at 6:16 PM

I’m fighting their billionaire-first agenda with everything I've got.

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I got into politics to alleviate suffering. This GOP budget bill will only make working Americans suffer, and the rich even richer.  I'm going to fight it with everything I've got.  House Republicans voted to pass a budget bill that makes steep cuts t…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 27, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Sending a message

Becca Balint for Vermont   Get this, John: Republicans just passed their bill to cut taxes for the wealthiest Americans while kicking millions of people off of Medicaid, slashing Medicare, and gutting food assistance programs — but even that isn't enough. Buried deep in the bill is …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 25, 2025 at 5:32 PM

Got a second?

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — Sorry to bother you over the holiday weekend, but I wouldn't reach out if it wasn't important. I promise to make this quick: My team is telling me we're behind on our fundraising. Like, way behind — but it’s not difficult to see why. Things are toug…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 24, 2025 at 7:02 PM

This moment needs to be remembered

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Before being elected as Vermont’s Congresswoman, I was a middle school history teacher. I know there is an urgent need to document this moment in our country’s history. Our awareness of what’s going on in Washington cannot be brushed under the rug.  S…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 23, 2025 at 10:01 PM

A personal request

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hi John, it’s Becca. I have a personal request: Before you log off for the long weekend, can you pitch in $10 or any amount to my campaign?  Here’s the best link to donate: http://secure.actblue.com/donate/rab-em-may2025 I hate asking for your money, John. …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 22, 2025 at 5:17 PM

There is still time to fight.

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Earlier this morning, while most Americans were asleep, Republicans passed their budget. It is the largest transfer of wealth in history from working families to the top 1%, in an economy already rigged against working people.  And the GOP is paying f…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 21, 2025 at 5:57 PM

worried

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, we’re falling behind on our fundraising, and folks aren’t donating to these emails like they used to.  Honestly, we’re worried.  We’re worried because online grassroots donations are what keep our team supporting Becca’s work for Vermonters. When fewe…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 20, 2025 at 9:54 PM

Trump’s ego is costing Americans millions

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, tell me why in a country where this is our reality: CBS News Our President is proposing we spend our resources on this: The Washington Post That’s right. While American families are stuck bearing the brunt of Trump’s tariffs and billionaire-first bu…

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  Bonnie Watson Coleman · [email protected]

May 17, 2025 at 3:23 PM

ICYMI: Trump wants to throw us in jail

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, the Trump administration is threatening to arrest me for exercising my legal right as a Member of Congress to inspect an immigration detention facility!  Their inexcusable lies and accusations of “assault” on ICE officers are obviously false.  ICE al…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 16, 2025 at 7:34 PM

Need your eyes on this graph 👀

Becca Balint for Vermont   Take a look at this chart, John: You read that correctly.  Elon Musk spent nearly $300 million supporting Republicans last year — but he didn’t stop there. In Wisconsin, he attempted to use his wealth to influence the results of the consequential state Sup…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 15, 2025 at 7:11 PM

Disturbing

Becca Balint for Vermont The fight to defend our fragile democracy will take all of us.   John — Do you know what our President said? In an interview, Donald Trump said he doesn’t know if he needs to uphold the Constitution. And now, nine days later, Republicans have yet to speak ou…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 13, 2025 at 2:45 PM

This isn’t business as usual

Becca Balint for Vermont   We’ll get straight to the point, John: Our fundraising has fallen off recently.  While it’s normal for fundraising to slow down during times like this, considering we’re just a few months removed from a competitive election cycle, our current situation is a…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 9, 2025 at 5:31 PM

My rule of thumb

Becca Balint for Vermont What matters most is that working people have someone fighting for them in Congress — regardless of what the politics are.   Ever since I got to Congress, John, I’ve set a rule of thumb for myself:  As soon as I stop being me, I’m out.  I don’t let myself go…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 8, 2025 at 5:18 PM

Asking for just $1

Becca Balint for Vermont Every small-dollar donation makes a huge difference in my work to fight for working families and stand up to people like Donald Trump.   Things are tough right now, John. Trust me, I get it. Prices are still too high. Republicans are coming for our health car…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

May 6, 2025 at 6:56 PM

When enough of us say no

Becca Balint for Vermont This will all end when enough of us say no.   How is this all going to end? When are we going to get ourselves out of this mess?  A lot of people keep asking me that, John, My answer to them is pretty simple: This will all end when enough of us say no.  When …

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

May 2, 2025 at 6:16 PM

Less talking, more listening

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Listening first and talking second — that’s how Democrats should be showing up in this moment. Becca knows it’s important to not just show up and speak out, but to listen and let her constituents guide her actions in Congress. She brings the conversat…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 30, 2025 at 10:32 PM

My last email of the month

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, if I’m being honest, I wish I didn’t have to email you to ask for donations. It’s one of my least favorite parts of my job, but unfortunately, elections typically come down to who has the most money to spend on running ads, training volunteers, and re…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 30, 2025 at 5:15 PM

A total violation of the Constitution

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John, it’s Becca. Breaking news: My team just got word that Mohsen Mahdawi — a Vermont resident who was wrongfully arrested by ICE agents — has been released on bail. Today’s news shows us what we can do when we fight for justice, when we come together …

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 28, 2025 at 11:02 PM

This has been bugging me

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Something’s been bugging me, so I want to get this off my chest. There’s been a lot of talk about how Democrats should focus on the economy instead of how folks are being illegally detained and shipped off to El Salvador.  I want to make this clear: W…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM

Our country will be safer if Hegseth resigns

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, it’s undeniable: Pete Hegseth has got to go.  In another shocking breach of national security, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has leaked military intel in a Signal group chat, this time on his personal cell phone.  Members of Hegseth’s inner circle…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

April 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM

5 reasons, 5 days, $5

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — our first end-of-month fundraising deadline of the new quarter is just five days away. We have five reasons why your support is so important right now, but if you’re ready to chip in, please click here to do so: CHIP IN This grassroots team po…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 23, 2025 at 8:01 PM

400 of you joined me

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — Last week, I held a town hall in Bellows Falls. With a population of just under three thousand people, Bellows Falls isn't the type of place that representatives in Washington typically spend time in — but it's important to me that I hear from as ma…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 22, 2025 at 3:17 PM

Here’s the truth, John...

Becca Balint for Vermont   Here’s the truth, John: I wish I didn’t have to ask for money in emails like these. It’s honestly one of my least favorite parts of the job.  Unfortunately, elections often come down to who has the most money to train volunteers, reach voters, and run ads. …

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

April 19, 2025 at 6:38 PM

Pesky emails

Becca Balint for Vermont   Hey John, we know these emails can get annoying. Our inboxes are getting crowded, too — so trust us when we say we understand how frustrating the constant stream of emails can be.  But we’re reaching out to you today because these emails are the best way to…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 18, 2025 at 8:22 PM

This is just cruel

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Winters get cold in Vermont. Everyone knows that — even Donald Trump.  That’s why it should be a no-brainer to ensure people can afford to keep themselves warm.  But the Trump administration recently laid off the entire staff at the Department of Heal…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 17, 2025 at 8:54 PM

Republicans are lying about Social Security

Becca Balint for Vermont   John — Do not believe Republicans when they tell you they won’t cut Social Security.  On the campaign trail, Donald Trump promised voters he wouldn’t touch Social Security. But less than 100 days into his term, he’s already shut down countless offices acros…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 16, 2025 at 2:41 PM

We are not a land of kings or oligarchs

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, we are not — nor have we ever been — a land of kings. And the founding of our nation was a unique one because of it. Our founding fathers were determined to be a land by the people, for the people.  Loving this nation and realizing that there is still…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 14, 2025 at 7:45 PM

How are you feeling, John?

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, Last weekend, millions of people in the United States and across the globe took to the streets to say "no" to this administration. I was proud to attend one of these protests myself in Brattleboro alongside hundreds of Vermonters.  Things have felt pr…

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  Team Becca · [email protected]

April 12, 2025 at 5:10 PM

The Transgender Health Care Access Act

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, This month, I introduced the Transgender Health Care Access Act — a bill that would expand access to life-saving health care and fund programs that train health care providers in providing gender-affirming care.  As Donald Trump and Republicans contin…

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  Emily Randall · [email protected]

April 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Clearly and honestly

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I’m asking you to split a donation of any amount between my campaign and my friend, Congresswoman Becca Balint. Becca is fiercely focused on defending our democracy from Trump, Elon Musk, and the billionaire boys club hellbent on attacking our lives a…

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  Becca Balint · [email protected]

April 9, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Emily Randall and I

Becca Balint for Vermont   John, I don’t have to tell you the urgency of this moment. It calls for fresh, bold, courageous leadership. That’s why I’m so proud to fight alongside my new colleague in Congress, Emily Randall. Since her swearing-in, Emily has been unstoppable: From rally…

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