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  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
December 27, 2023 at 6:30 PM

How $1 can make a difference:

  John, I am about to ask you to chip in $1 to support my campaign. That’s right – all I am asking for is four quarters to keep CA-47 blue. Before I explain how your $1 could make a huge impact, will you click this link to help us meet our end-of-year fundraising goal?   Donate…
  JoannaWeissForCongress.com · [email protected]
December 26, 2023 at 6:31 PM

Three things you need to know:

  John, we will cut right to it: In this email, we’ll be asking you to chip in $3 toward our campaign to keep CA-47 blue. But first, let us explain why your support is so critical at this moment: We need resources to plan our spending to win this race! We are planning our spending f…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
December 23, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Happy holidays from my family to yours!

  John, Happy holidays! The holiday season is one of my favorite times of year – I love spending time with our family and friends. We will be shopping and cooking for our annual Christmas gathering with a wonderful blend of family and chosen family members. And this is not our only …
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 9:41 PM

Help get Joanna on the air! 📺

  John, the countdown is on: We have less than 80 days until our primary election, and just 10 days until our final FEC fundraising deadline of 2023 expires. We are gearing up for a hectic next few months – and we need your support! We recently recorded our first TV ad of the campai…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
December 19, 2023 at 10:21 PM

Lacing up my sneakers 👟

  John, When I look back on our progress in 2023, I am so proud of the hundreds of hours spent on the campaign trail -- meeting voters and spreading the word about our movement to keep CA-47 blue. As we stare down our primary election in a few short months (March 5th!), I am reminde…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
December 16, 2023 at 7:15 PM

Choice is on the ballot in 2024

  John, this is important: Abortion is on the ballot in 2024. The Supreme Court just announced they will be hearing a case that will determine whether to limit access to mifepristone – a safe and effective medication used in over half of abortions nationwide. This news comes at th…
  Grady, Finance Director · [email protected]
December 14, 2023 at 7:01 PM

Urgent update on our progress:

  Hi John, Grady here – finance director of Joanna Weiss’ grassroots campaign. I am personally reaching out today to give you an update on our progress ahead of our final FEC fundraising deadline of the year – and final deadline before our must-win March primary. New polling proves …
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 12:00 AM

Cruelty in Texas.

  John, the news coming out of Texas is horrifying. A young mother with two children, Kate Cox, is pregnant with a fetus who has received a fatal diagnosis. Ms. Cox, with supporting documentation from her doctor, applied for an exception to Texas’ abortion ban to protect her own life…
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
December 9, 2023 at 7:38 PM

Critical update in CA-47

  We hate to reach out on a Saturday, but we have a critical campaign update for you:   The end of December marks our final FEC reporting deadline of the year, and more importantly, the final deadline before our March 5th primary election. Come the new year, our supporters,…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
December 8, 2023 at 5:55 PM

I am on the ballot

  John, I have incredibly exciting news to share with you: I have officially filed to be on the ballot here in CA-47! Yesterday, I submitted the necessary paperwork to officially appear on the ballot for our race.   To qualify for the ballot, my team and I collected signatures from…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
December 7, 2023 at 12:07 AM

SIGN ON: Demand action to end gun violence.

  John, My heart breaks for the students, staff, and families impacted by today’s horrific shooting at the University of Las Vegas. Details are still emerging, but we now know that multiple people lost their lives today after a lone gunman opened fire on a college campus -- a place …
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
December 2, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Your belief in this campaign never ceases to amaze me and I am so grateful for you, John

  Dear John, I know today is Saturday, but I wanted to reach out and personally thank you for your incredible support this last month. Thanks to you, we have continued to build incredible momentum, and we surpassed our November fundraising goal! Your belief in this campaign never ce…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 30, 2023 at 7:00 PM

Personalized link for John

John, I have a critical end-of-month deadline in 12 hours and I need your help to hit my fundraising goal before the clock runs out. Before I explain why this is so important, will you use the personalized link below to chip in $3? I appreciate your support! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jw-…
  Grady, Finance Director · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 6:30 PM

All eyes on CA-47

  Hi John, Grady here -- finance director of Joanna Weiss’ campaign to keep CA-47 blue. Tomorrow is our end-of-month fundraising deadline, and it is one of the last of the year. It is hard to believe that in just a few short weeks we will be gearing up for our primary election in Mar…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 28, 2023 at 8:00 PM

our lead is surging

  John, At the end of this email, I am going to humbly ask you to chip in $3 toward our grassroots movement to keep CA-47 blue. But first, I need to share some incredible news from the campaign trail: Results from a new poll show us with a lead over our likely Republican opponent, S…
  Eric Swalwell · [email protected]
November 27, 2023 at 9:45 PM

Let me explain why I am supporting Joanna

  Hi John -- Eric Swalwell here, Congressman for California’s 14th District. I am thrilled to endorse Joanna Weiss for Congress in CA-47. Joanna has experience winning tough races in Orange County, and I am confident she is the candidate to beat back Republican extremism next Novem…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 25, 2023 at 7:31 PM

This is a top priority of mine.

  John, Earlier this month I was proud to host a Reproductive Rights Tele-Town Hall with Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris.   During our virtual town hall where we took calls from participants, I made it clear that we must keep CA-47 blue to enact federal protections for reproduct…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 22, 2023 at 7:01 PM

grateful

  John, I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday tomorrow. I am looking forward to spending time with my loved ones, sharing our favorite meal, and making memories. This year, I am especially grateful for you. Your continued support of our grassroots campaign…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 20, 2023 at 11:54 PM

Reply Requested: November Survey

  John, We are officially less than a year away from Election Day. Our momentum continues to grow, and it is all because of your support. I am eternally grateful to have you by my side in this race. But as we draw closer to 2024, it is more critical than ever that I keep meeting wit…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 18, 2023 at 12:53 AM

BREAKING: New poll shows we are ahead of GOP Scott Baugh

  John, we have some huge news to share: We just got results back from a brand-new poll showing us with a lead over the likely Republican candidate, Scott Baugh.     Pitch in $3 to elect Joanna Weiss in CA-47 → It gets better, John. After CA-47 voters learn about my background and…
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 10:05 PM

POLITICO just reported:

  John, did you catch today’s POLITICO article about CA-47?   In a district widely considered a bellwether for our chances of retaking the House, Democrats in Orange County -- and across the country -- know how important it is to nominate the strongest Democrat possible in CA-47. Th…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 15, 2023 at 7:23 PM

Orange County is the key →

  John, There is a lot of talk about our race to keep California’s 47th Congressional District blue -- so today, I want to cut through the noise. But before I get into it, will you chip in $3 toward our grassroots campaign? I refuse to accept a single cent from corporate PACs, so yo…
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
November 14, 2023 at 8:09 PM

This is an actual email Scott Baugh sent to his supporters

  John, Joanna’s Republican opponent Scott Baugh recently sent out a fundraising email with some… interesting word choices.   “Every legal avenue” caught our attention, because Baugh is no stranger to run-ins with the law. In fact, he has an alarming record of criminal behavior whe…
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
November 10, 2023 at 7:20 PM

huge update

  John, we have a critical race update for you: Experts at Cook Political Report just announced their recent race ratings for the most competitive House races in the country -- and they rated CA-47 as a “lean Democrat” district! Here is what that means for us: The momentum is on our…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 8, 2023 at 6:05 PM

We are being attacked.

  John, this is urgent: We recently got word that a GOP-aligned group has released a video ad with misleading attacks against me and our grassroots campaign here in CA-47. Before I explain why these attacks have started, I have to ask: Can you help us push back against these smears …
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
November 6, 2023 at 10:31 PM

An inside look at the numbers:

  John, as a member of our grassroots team, we want to be fully transparent with you. In our last FEC fundraising period, Joanna made serious waves. She was ranked as the #1 non-incumbent woman fundraiser nationwide, and the #2 fundraiser nationwide for a first-time candidate for pub…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
November 2, 2023 at 6:38 PM

I am eternally grateful for this incredible grassroots team.

  Dear John, Thanks to your incredible support, I am thrilled to share that we reached our October end-of-month fundraising goal! From the bottom of my heart, thank you. From the start, it has been my mission to do things differently on this campaign. We are rejecting the big check…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 31, 2023 at 10:30 PM

Can I count on your support, John?

John, I am emailing you one more time before my end-of-month deadline in 9 hours because we are still short of our October goal. Before I tell you why I must hit this goal before midnight, will you use this personalized link below to chip in $3? https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jw-q4-23?refcode…
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
October 30, 2023 at 8:26 PM

Deadline TOMORROW

    If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: $10 $35 $50 $100 $250 OTHER   Thank you, Team Joanna HQ    Joanna's campaign doesn't take a dime from corporate PACs and completely relies on g…
  Grady, Finance Director · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 9:02 PM

quick note for John

  Hi there John, Grady here -- finance director for Joanna Weiss’ grassroots campaign to keep CA-47 blue. I am reaching out with a quick note about our progress ahead of Tuesday’s end-of-month fundraising deadline. Here is the good news: Team Joanna had incredible fundraising succes…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 26, 2023 at 5:23 PM

This is why I’m in this race:

  John, Since we launched our campaign, I have been overwhelmed by the support we’ve received while speaking with voters on the campaign trail. This is why I entered the race: to talk with Orange County families, listen to the issues they face, and to address their needs when I am e…
  Eric Swalwell · [email protected]
October 24, 2023 at 7:08 PM

Let me explain why I am supporting Joanna

  Hi John -- Eric Swalwell here, Congressman for California’s 14th District. I am thrilled to endorse Joanna Weiss for Congress in CA-47. Joanna has experience winning tough races in Orange County, and I am confident she is the candidate to beat back Republican extremism next Novem…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 23, 2023 at 10:58 PM

re: Fall trail updates 🍂

  Hi John, the last few weeks have been huge for our grassroots campaign. We officially kicked off our ground campaign to mobilize Orange County Democrats ahead of the March primary election. We’ve also amassed a number of major endorsements -- including from the Orange County Young …
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
October 21, 2023 at 6:31 PM

We hate to reach out on a Saturday, but this is important:

  We hate to reach out on a Saturday, John, but we hope you’ll take the time to read this entire message -- because it’s important. If you’re short on time, will you chip in $3 today? Your donation will show everyone that Joanna has what it takes to keep CA-47 blue and out of extremi…
  Joanna Weiss HQ · [email protected]
October 19, 2023 at 5:59 PM

BREAKING: Scott Baugh bankrolled by right-wing advocate for biblical law

  John, our Republican opponent Scott Baugh has some serious baggage:   Recent reports show that Baugh is being bankrolled by an extremist who wants to impose “biblical law” in the United States. This is worrying for a number of reasons, but first and foremost: A candidate backed by…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 18, 2023 at 5:40 PM

You're invited: Volunteer Kick Off Event this Saturday!

  John, Join us for a volunteer kickoff event for my campaign for Congress here in CA-47! This is a family friendly event, so please feel free to bring your children if you have any. Light lunch and beverages will be provided. Whether you are already volunteering or are interested i…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 17, 2023 at 7:17 PM

Just four quarters

  John, this is a different email than I usually send. Today, I’m asking you to chip in $1 -- that’s right, just four quarters, toward my campaign to keep CA-47. Will you chip in $1 now, then keep reading on about why your contributions sustain our grassroots movement?   Donate $…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 14, 2023 at 5:30 PM

We’ve come a long way together, John.

  Good morning, John. It’s already been a busy month on the trail, and we’re only halfway through October. Earlier this week, my team shared the incredible news that our campaign was among the top fundraisers in the country for both first-time and women candidates for public office.…
  Emma (Campaign Manager) · [email protected]
October 13, 2023 at 7:26 PM

It’s impossible to reach everyone on the trail

  Hi there John, it’s Emma with Joanna Weiss’ campaign. Last week, Joanna sent you a personalized campaign survey. Unfortunately, we didn’t reach our 350 response goal. Responses to our surveys help inform our campaign strategy. It’s important to Joanna that we know what people in t…
  Team Joanna HQ · [email protected]
October 11, 2023 at 9:34 PM

re: Recent highlights

  John, We just received an exciting update on the momentum we’re building here in CA-47. According to a recent FEC report on the first six months of 2023, Joanna is topping the lists for both women and first-time candidates for Congress!* Joanna is ranked the #1 woman fundraiser na…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 9, 2023 at 7:22 PM

ENDORSED: Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis

  Great news, John, I’m proud to share that we have just been endorsed by Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis!   Join in. Sign here to become an official endorser of my campaign for Congress in California’s 47th District. It is an honor to have the Lt. Governor's support, and I'm humble…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 5, 2023 at 5:08 PM

Reply Requested: October Campaign Survey

  John, As we look ahead to October and the last few months before our election year begins, I want to thank you for your support. Our momentum is strong -- in just the last month, we’ve received endorsements from Rep. Eric Swalwell, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, Moms Fed Up, and more. …
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
October 2, 2023 at 7:21 PM

With much appreciation!

  Dear John, Thanks to your continued support, I am proud to share that we reached our end-of-quarter fundraising goal. The power of this grassroots team is unmatched -- our team relies on small-dollar contributions from supporters like you, not corporate PACs. And in the last quart…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
September 30, 2023 at 9:30 PM

Can I count on you, John?

John, There are only 9 hours before our FEC deadline. After reporting our fundraising numbers from the last three months, our Republican extremist opponent and the media will review our finance numbers to evaluate whether we have what it takes to keep CA-47 blue. This quarter's fundraising will a…
  Grady, Finance Director · [email protected]
September 30, 2023 at 3:31 PM

I know it’s early

  Hi John, it’s Grady -- finance director for Joanna Weiss’ grassroots campaign to keep CA-47 blue. Apologies for reaching out to you so early on a Saturday, but tonight is our end-of-quarter fundraising deadline. This is when we hand over the last three months of fundraising data t…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
September 29, 2023 at 10:59 PM

Remembering a trailblazer

  Dear John, I was saddened to hear of the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein. When Senator Feinstein was first elected in 1992, women were not allowed to wear trousers on the Senate floor, and women’s bathrooms had just been installed. Even just 31 years ago, women’s equality and w…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
September 29, 2023 at 8:13 PM

TODAY: Trump in California >>

  John, Donald Trump is on our front doorstep. Today, Trump is attending the California Republican Party convention in Anaheim -- where he is sure to spout misinformation while bolstering Republicans in our state. But tomorrow is the kicker: He will be in Costa Mesa for a $23,000 pe…
  Jason Weiss · [email protected]
September 28, 2023 at 6:30 PM

I’m reaching out for Joanna →

  Hi John, it's Jason, Joanna's husband. After 25 years of marriage and having raised three children with Joanna (thankfully, in their mother’s image), I feel like the luckiest man in the world. Those of you who have seen her on the campaign trail know what I’ve known for over 25 yea…
  Linda Sánchez · [email protected]
September 27, 2023 at 10:05 PM

I’m reaching out today because my friend needs your help.

  Hi John, I’m Rep. Linda Sánchez -- Congresswoman representing CA-38. I’m reaching out today because my friend Joanna Weiss needs your help. As the chair of BOLD PAC, the campaign arm of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, I’m working hard to fight back against the Republican Party’…
  Joanna Weiss · [email protected]
September 27, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Trump is coming to CA-47 this Saturday

  John, I have concerning news to share with you: Donald Trump has announced that he is coming to CA-47 for a huge fundraising event this Saturday.   Here’s the invitation we intercepted -- with a whopping $23,200 price tag!   Last year, Trump gave millions of dollars to Republican …