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  Callie Barr · [email protected]
July 19, 2024 at 10:00 PM

we’re picking up speed!

It’s inspiring to meet people who are working hard for their families and our communities. We need a representative who will show up and do the same.   John, I’m running with my hair on fire! Ha! We’re picking up speed as we campaign across MI-01 to meet voters and ensure our …
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
July 17, 2024 at 9:21 PM

time for action

Our campaign is built on the belief that every voice matters and every vote counts.   "[T]he only title in our democracy superior to that of President [is] the title of citizen." Justice Louis Brandeis John, As voters, we have the power to decide the future of this country. Now…
  Team Callie · [email protected]
July 16, 2024 at 9:30 PM

keeping busy!

Here is why we’re working so hard to send Callie to Congress, besides the fact that we really just like having Maloo around.   John, We’ve been keeping busy meeting voters across the district! Meeting voters feat. Maloo! SUPPORT CALLIE Here is why we’re work…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
July 15, 2024 at 9:11 PM

what our campaign is all about

We need housing, childcare, healthcare, rural broadband internet, support for veterans and military families, and leaders who will work for US–not corporate or special interests.   John, As we gear up for the Democratic primary on August 6th, ensuring every voter in our distri…
  Team Callie · [email protected]
July 13, 2024 at 7:03 PM

Will you endorse Callie’s campaign for Congress?

Everywhere we go, we hear the same thing: Michiganders are ready for MI-01 to be represented by someone who represents our community.   John, We’re less than a month away from the August primary here in Michigan! Polls show that Callie is the best person to take on Jack Bergm…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
July 12, 2024 at 11:01 PM

Barr family road trip!

These next few weeks are critical; meeting voters face-to-face and keeping our TV ad on the air are the keys to taking this seat!   John, The last full month before the August 6th primaries calls for Barr family campaigning! 🚗 (And promises of ice cream. And, jumping in the lak…
  Trevor Jones · [email protected]
July 11, 2024 at 11:01 PM

bumping

We need your help spreading the word that Callie is the strongest choice to defeat Jack Bergman in November.   Hey John — Just wanted to make sure you didn’t miss Callie’s message about our first TV ad! Thanks to supporters like you, we’ve been covering ground across the distr…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
July 10, 2024 at 10:30 PM

making sure you didn't miss this!

Aside from being a critical benchmark for the success of our campaign, it also helps us plan more cost-effective ways to reach out to voters (sometimes that involves cutting costs).   Did you miss our travel updates, John? SUPPORT CALLIE I’ve said it once, and…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
July 9, 2024 at 8:16 PM

I have exciting news to share with you.

As the only candidate in this race born and raised here, I understand what makes our district—and the people who live here—so special. It’s time we have a representative who is from here, for here.   Hey John — I have some exciting news to share with you. We have officially la…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
July 4, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Happy Independence Day!

It’s time for leaders who are deeply rooted in our community and dedicated to making life better for all of us.   Happy Fourth of July, John! I hope you are enjoying your time today with family, friends, hot dogs 🌭, and the way-too-much candy from the many parades happening in…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
July 2, 2024 at 4:29 PM

what’s in store

In the next couple of weeks, we’ll be scaling up our campaign across the district, and your support will be crucial to making it happen.   John, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your support of this campaign. It’s game time here in Michigan, and your support has giv…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 30, 2024 at 10:02 PM

every. dollar. counts

In a battleground state like Michigan, every dollar counts, especially in a race as important as ours.   John, I wanted to make one final pitch before our FEC quarterly deadline. If you can, will you contribute whatever you can to help us hit our $10,000 goal? CONTRIBUT…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 30, 2024 at 1:01 PM

our FEC deadline is today!

If we report weak fundraising numbers, we risk the possibility of folks dismissing our campaign and, therefore, undermining our efforts to win this district.   John, Today is the final day of the FEC quarter! We’re beginning to draft projections for next month, and we’re stil…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 29, 2024 at 8:01 PM

busy weekend!

I can’t believe how quickly we’ve arrived at another critical milestone for our campaign.   John, Taking a break from our busy weekend to give you a sneak peek of our campaign! SUPPORT CALLIE I can’t believe how quickly we’ve arrived at another critical mile…
  Trevor Jones · [email protected]
June 29, 2024 at 1:02 PM

we’re making progress

→ Callie grew up right here in Michigan’s 1st District and understands what makes Northern and Upper Michigan special.   Hey, John, It’s Trevor, Callie’s Campaign Manager. We’re spending all weekend securing the resources for a strong End-of-Quarter. We’re making progress towa…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 28, 2024 at 11:16 PM

keeping you in the loop

At the end of the month, we’ll have to open our campaign books for pundits and our opponents to judge if we have the strength to power us to victory.   Hey John, In case you’ve missed our last couple of emails, we’re heading towards another FEC quarterly deadline. Right now, w…
  Team Callie (and Kronos) · [email protected]
June 27, 2024 at 11:00 PM

a quick campaign update

Raising money is a critique and reality of our political system. And for candidates who don’t come from wealth, it can be harder to raise money because we aren’t relying on million-dollar corporations.   John, With less than three days until our FEC quarterly and a cute pictur…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 26, 2024 at 10:01 PM

we don’t want to cut costs, John

Aside from being a critical benchmark for the success of our campaign, it also helps us plan more cost-effective ways to reach out to voters (sometimes that involves cutting costs).   Did you miss our travel updates last week, John? SUPPORT CALLIE I’ve said it…
  Team Callie · [email protected]
June 25, 2024 at 10:01 PM

just around the corner

Callie is the only candidate in this race who grew up in this district, and she deeply understands what makes our community special.   John, We are just FIVE days away from our critical FEC quarterly deadline, and we’re falling behind our goal. It is crucial we hit our fundrai…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 24, 2024 at 10:20 PM

Safeguarding reproductive rights

On this two-year anniversary, I recommit to protecting reproductive rights and ensuring personal healthcare decisions are kept between a woman and her doctor, not politicians.   John, Two years ago today, Roe v. Wade was overturned, reversing a half-century precedent of protec…
  Trevor Jones · [email protected]
June 20, 2024 at 8:31 PM

we’re getting closer

Polling shows that once voters hear our message, the race between Callie and Rep. Bergman becomes a statistical tie.   TEN days, John. That’s how much time we have to raise $10,000 in order to hit our fundraising goal. Next month will mark a turning point in our campaign as we…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 19, 2024 at 6:01 PM

are you tagging along, John?

I always look forward to speaking to voters across MI-01 – it’s inspiring to meet people who are working hard for our democracy and our families.   John, We’ve been meeting voters all across the district, and we wanted to make sure you were tagging along for the ride. I …
  Team Callie · [email protected]
June 18, 2024 at 10:01 PM

We’re bringing you along, John!

We’re working hard to bring in some “fish” or “bacon” (or whatever you want to call it that helps us keep this campaign running).   John, Summer is here - the sun is out, and so are we! There’s nothing like a wriggle on the pole. And, sometimes, even sisters are happy fo…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 17, 2024 at 9:21 PM

serious mileage

I’m proud to say that I live in the largest district in Michigan, but traveling across it takes some serious mileage.   John, I’ll be doing a whole lot of traveling in the UP this week. I’ve said it before, but I can’t emphasize it enough - one of my favorite parts of campai…
  Matt · [email protected]
June 16, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Father’s Day at the Barr Household!

I couldn’t be prouder to have a hand in raising women warriors and to have Callie as their role model.   Hey John, it’s Matt, Callie’s husband. It’s Father’s Day at the Barr Household, and we’ve been making the most of it! I couldn’t be prouder to have a hand in raising…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM

a quick pitch

I know we can make history together, but we can’t slow down our momentum — it’s time to hit the gas.   Hey John, it’s Callie — We’re getting ready for a big travel week in the UP, but first, I wanted to make another quick pitch for our FEC goal. If I didn’t have to, I wouldn’t…
  Team Callie · [email protected]
June 15, 2024 at 1:01 PM

we’re halfway there! May the Force (YOU) be with us

At the end of the month, we’ll have to open up our campaign books to show everyone we’ve got all the Force it takes to send Jack Bergman packing in November.   John, We’re halfway through the month and just 15 days away from our critical FEC quarter deadline. We could really u…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 13, 2024 at 10:11 PM

This isn’t the first time I’ve been underestimated.

I’ve traveled across the district and have had countless conversations with folks here who feel let down by Jack Bergman.   You are receiving this email because of your previous support for Democratic candidates and causes. Callie Barr is running to represent Upper and Northern Michigander…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 11, 2024 at 7:11 PM

Did you see this new report? >>

Words need to be followed by actions, and in his first term, Bergman has voted AGAINST infrastructure funding.   Hey John — Just wanted to make sure you didn’t miss this. A recent report revealed that my Republican opponent, Jack Bergman, is a top spender in a tax-payer…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 10, 2024 at 8:31 PM

June is Pride Month!

We cannot allow hate to legislate.   John, June is nationally recognized as Pride Month — a time to celebrate the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. It’s also a time to honor the progress we’ve made and recognize the work that still lies ahead in realizing the promises of …
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
June 7, 2024 at 9:54 PM

We need eyes on our district.

We need a representative who understands our challenges and will work tirelessly to improve our lives.   John, Today is the last day of school for my girls. And, while they are looking forward to an obscene amount of popsicles over the next three months, the slip ‘n slide we p…
  Trevor Jones · [email protected]
June 6, 2024 at 10:04 PM

I can’t stress this enough.

Michigan is a key battleground state in 2024, so everyone, from pundits to Callie’s opponents, will see if our campaign has what it takes to send Jack Bergman packing.   Hey John, it’s Trevor, Callie’s Campaign Manager. At the end of the month, we’ll have to report our quarter…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
May 31, 2024 at 11:01 PM

I could really use your help.

From reproductive rights to the state of democracy, this race is too important to ignore. We have a unique opportunity to bring about change to folks in this district.   John, Our monthly fundraising deadline is tonight, and I could use your help to help us hit our $10,000 fun…
  Trevor · [email protected]
May 31, 2024 at 4:01 PM

let’s finish the month strong!

Polling shows that we have a path to victory if we secure the resources to share Callie’s message across our district.   John, Our monthly deadline is TONIGHT! We’re working hard to ensure we hit our fundraising goal so that we can ramp up our voter outreach efforts this summer…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
May 30, 2024 at 10:01 PM

reaching out before tomorrow’s fundraising frenzy

Successful campaigns rely on the support of grassroots donors – donors like you! – to build momentum on the ground.   Hey John — I’ve been busy traveling across the district and securing the resources to win this race in November, but I wanted to reach out ahead of tomorrow’s m…
  Callie · [email protected]
May 28, 2024 at 9:51 PM

looking through old pictures

This campaign isn’t just about me — it’s about us. It’s about ensuring that our voices are heard and our needs are met. Together, we can bring real change to MI-01.   John, This district isn’t just where we are from; it’s who we are. It’s crazy to think that over twenty years…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
May 27, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Never forget

Today, we’ll be holding many folks in our hearts, honoring the profound sacrifices made by our brave service members and their families.   John, On Memorial Day, we remember our fallen. And in this remembrance, we get a better understanding of what it means to be an American—of…
  Team Callie · [email protected]
May 24, 2024 at 9:01 PM

one week away

We’re building this campaign from the ground up entirely with your support – from here, for here.   John, We are one week away from our monthly fundraising deadline. Will you chip in $5 or whatever you can right now to ensure we’re on track to hit our goal? CHIP IN >…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
May 23, 2024 at 10:01 PM

I came across an interesting statistic.

Less than 7% of congressional members are moms with minor children.   John, I came across an interesting statistic a few days back. Less than 7% of congressional members are moms with minor children. This is, unfortunately, probably not a surprising statistic. Running for Co…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
May 21, 2024 at 8:31 PM

this is a long email, but I promise it’s important

Our race is picking up speed, and we wanted to keep you all informed about our work on the ground.   Hey John, This will be one of the longest emails you’ll get from me, but I promise it’s important. My team and I are working overtime to ensure that Upper and Northern Michiga…
  Barr HQ · [email protected]
May 20, 2024 at 9:07 PM

National experts agree >>

What happens here could determine whether we have a functioning democracy or not.   John, National experts agree: Michigan is a battleground state in this year’s elections. What happens here could determine whether we have a functioning democracy or not. In MI-01, polls …
  Team Callie · [email protected]
May 18, 2024 at 2:08 PM

we deserve a seat at the table

Polling shows that we have a real shot at winning this district, but only if we can secure the resources to sustain our momentum on the ground.   John, Rural communities want a seat at the table. It’s what we keep hearing from voters in our district. For far too long, Bergman…
  Callie Barr for Congress · [email protected]
May 17, 2024 at 10:08 PM

we’re making waves!

These endorsements highlight our shared values of advocating for families, our kids’ futures, protecting reproductive access, and bringing real leadership back to MI-01.   John, Our campaign is making waves! We are proud to have the endorsements of Fems for Dems, MI List, Vot…
  Team Callie · [email protected]
May 16, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Upper and Northern Michigan is ready for a change

Polls already show that Jack Bergman’s extremist views are out of step with Upper and Northern Michigan, meaning we have a clear path to victory IF we can secure the resources to run a winning campaign.   John, The recent announcement of a recall vote for the Delta County Boar…
  Callie · [email protected]
May 16, 2024 at 12:35 AM

I didn’t want you to miss this, John.

Ensuring we hit our goals every month and every quarter is crucial to making key investment decisions.   Hey John — Just wanted to make sure you saw my team’s earlier message on our ambitious $5,000 mid-quarter fundraising goal. Ensuring we hit our goals every month and every …
  Trevor Jones · [email protected]
May 15, 2024 at 4:58 PM

we’re not on track, John.

We’ve set up an ambitious $5,000 fundraising goal for today to ensure we’re on track to meet our quarterly goals.   John, It’s Trevor, Callie’s campaign manager. Can you believe we’re already halfway through the quarter? Before we know it, we’ll have to open our campaign books…
  Matt · [email protected]
May 12, 2024 at 12:01 PM

(psst!) I have a quick favor to ask

If you’re like me, you’re up early trying to throw together a Mother’s Day breakfast other than Pop-Tarts.   Hey John — It’s Matt here, Callie’s husband. If you’re like me, you’re up early trying to throw together a Mother’s Day breakfast other than Pop Tarts. Callie’s hard w…
  Callie · [email protected]
May 11, 2024 at 4:01 PM

looking out for momma bird

I often find my kids (and cat) looking out the window and up at the tree for any sight of a momma bird.   Hi John — I often find my kids (and cat) looking out the window and up at the tree for any sight of a momma bird. Last week, we finally captured her on camera! It …
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
May 10, 2024 at 11:21 PM

did you miss me on the podcast?

You know me as your neighbor, and many of you know my husband, Matt.   John, I was recently on “In the Hot Seat” with Fred Wellman, discussing the importance of this race and Bergman’s extremist views. I’d like to emphasize some points I made on the show, but before I do, I cou…
  Callie Barr · [email protected]
May 9, 2024 at 10:01 PM

So grateful for this endorsement.

I’m running for Congress because I know there is more that unites us than divides us.   Hi John, I’m beyond grateful for former Congressman Bart Stupak’s endorsement of my campaign. Running for Congress in my home district of Upper and Northern Michigan fills me with inspirati…