Laura Friedman · [email protected]

December 29, 2024 at 5:12 PM

🎱 What does pool have to do with politics?

Here's something you may not know about me, John. Back in my college years, and even for a bit during my producing days, I was a semi-pro pool player. 🎱     Believe it or not, some of the most important skills I developed at the pool table I still use today as a legislator. I lear…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

December 28, 2024 at 6:02 PM

Showing our strength

John, This is a long, but important email about the approach I will take in Congress. Please take a moment to read it, then consider chipping in $3 to help me meet my final FEC deadline of 2024 to start our first term together in strength.   Donate There’s no question that …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

December 21, 2024 at 10:32 PM

A brand new caucus

John, I believe that everyone deserves a safe place to live, for a price they can afford. Yes, it really is that simple, John. That’s why I am thrilled to be the first freshman member of Congress to join the newly formed, bipartisan YIMBY caucus, headed by my colleague Robert Garcia…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

December 12, 2024 at 6:23 PM

I’d love to hear from you, John

John, As I prepare to embark on my first term in the House, I wanted to take a moment to make sure you have a chance to share your input before the new Congress begins. I can assure you that even though House Republicans will have a narrow majority, I’ll be hard at work with my new …

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  laura (personal) · [email protected]

December 1, 2024 at 12:36 AM

checking in with John.

John, I know the last thing you want to think about is fundraising during the holiday. But midnight tonight marks an important fundraising deadline, our first since being elected to represent California’s 30th District. Can you use the personalized link below to chip in $3 before midnight? https…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

November 26, 2024 at 5:05 PM

Thankful to represent you

John, I wanted to send a quick note to all of our incredible supporters to let you know how grateful I am for all you continue to do. Whether you read our emails, donate, volunteer, or offer words of encouragement, your support truly means so much. It is a gift to represent a countr…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

November 22, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Here’s what I’m doing at new member orientation:

Hi there, John. I wanted to send a quick update from Washington, where I’m excited to be attending New Congressmember Orientation. It's been humbling, and a bit surreal: stepping in the Capitol for the first time knowing that I'll be taking votes and advocating on behalf of our comm…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

November 6, 2024 at 10:01 PM

We have made history

We did it, John! Election results are in, and I am excited to share that I have won the race for California’s 30th Congressional District! I want to thank each of you for your support for my campaign, and express how grateful I am for this grassroots team. With your help, we have m…

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  Laura Friedman HQ · [email protected]

November 5, 2024 at 2:56 PM

This. Is. It.

🗳️ Have you voted yet? 🗳️ Today is the LAST DAY to submit your ballot. Don’t delay! Take your ballot to a designated drop-off location or head to a polling centerTODAY.   Find more voting information here.   John, this is our last chance to make a difference. For those o…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

November 5, 2024 at 12:42 AM

tomorrow.

This is it, John. Tomorrow, hundreds of thousands of voters in CA-30 will have their ballots counted to decide the future of our district. Before the big day, I want to take a minute to make one last pitch as to why you should elect me as your next representative. It has been the p…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

November 1, 2024 at 6:32 PM

Four. Days. Left.

John, I wanted to take a minute to thank you for your ongoing support. We have incredible momentum heading into Tuesday’s election, and we would not be here without you. Today marks the start of our final weekend of volunteer action. This is our last big chance to make sure CA-3…

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  Laura (personal) · [email protected]

November 1, 2024 at 1:01 AM

Last one of the entire campaign

Hi John, We are finally here. After a year of campaigning – knocking doors, making phone calls, and building a movement for progress in CA-30 – this is our very last end-of-month email of the entire election cycle. There aren’t words to describe how grateful I am for your help. Our cam…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 31, 2024 at 5:57 PM

The values that started it all

John, With Election Day less than a week away, I want to take a minute to reflect on how we got here and what we’re fighting for. When I first joined the Glendale City Council, it was dominated by conservative voices. Many thought pushing for progress would be an unwinnable batt…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 30, 2024 at 11:52 PM

Why your support matters:

John, In just a moment, I’m going to ask you to chip in a $3 donation to my campaign for Congress before tomorrow’s final monthly deadline. If you only want to donate you can jump to the end of the page, but I hope you’ll give me a chance to explain why your support is so crucial. …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 29, 2024 at 11:20 PM

Something you may not know about me.

John -- this is a long email about how my journey in public service started. I hope you’ll take a moment to read the entire message, then consider chipping in a donation to support my campaign to improve lives in CA-30 and beyond.   Contribute Sixteen years ago, I …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 29, 2024 at 4:19 PM

We are almost there, John

We’re almost there, John. One week from today, ballots will begin to be counted in our district and across California. While many folks have already voted early, the vast majority of ballots have yet to be cast -- and there are still a ton of undecided voters left to reach and Democ…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 28, 2024 at 5:12 PM

Key Budget Wins for Our Community

John, Effective, experienced leadership comes from consistently delivering progress and resources for our community. CA-30 needs someone in Congress who has proven their ability to provide for the district. Here are just some of the key investments I’ve delivered for our community: …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 26, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Some more laws I’m proud of

Hi John, You may have seen our other emails this week highlighting the progress we’ve made towards making our communities better. Over this past year, while running for Congress and working for California residents as an Assemblywoman, I’m proud to tell you about a few more bills I …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 24, 2024 at 5:39 PM

My promise to constituents

Hi John, When I was elected to the Assembly, I promised to work every day to change our district for the better. Even while running for Congress, I made sure to keep that promise to my constituents. This past year, I passed several laws that help create affordable housing, protect C…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 23, 2024 at 12:12 AM

Almost there, John

We’re almost there, John. Two weeks from today, ballots will begin to be counted in our district and across California. While many folks have already voted early, the vast majority of ballots have yet to be cast -- and there are still a ton of undecided voters left to reach and Demo…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 18, 2024 at 5:12 PM

Leaving the Assembly with big wins

John, I am running to serve CA-30, but that never meant I was going to step away from my work in the Assembly. Others may have made campaigning their full-time job, but I was elected to make change for the better, and I never stopped. I'm proud to share that this work has paid off…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 16, 2024 at 4:27 PM

Our most important deadline yet

I'll keep this brief, John. I’m reaching out because tonight marks our last FEC filing deadline before the election. As you may know, we're periodically required to report our fundraising numbers to the Federal Election Commission (FEC). Tonight’s deadline will be one of our last …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 11, 2024 at 4:35 PM

We’re just over three weeks out. I’m hoping you can lend your support.

John, I’m reaching out because, in just 25 days, ballots will be counted in our race. Which means we only have limited time to reach voters who are ready for a progressive woman to lead CA-30. Despite the attempts at negative messaging from our opponent, I don't believe that lies …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

October 8, 2024 at 4:16 PM

Every day is Election Day

It’s official, John. Ballots are out in California, and many of us will begin submitting our votes for the November election as early as today! We’re about a month out from the big day, but since every California voter has received a mail-in ballot, we can’t follow the traditional v…

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  Laura Friedman HQ · [email protected]

October 5, 2024 at 3:39 PM

re: Yard signs 🪧

Exciting update, John: It’s just weeks away from this crucial election, and time to show your support for Laura! To get the word out, we just received a big batch of Laura for Congress lawn signs for your yard! If you haven’t already received one, please use this form to get your ya…

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  Laura (personal) · [email protected]

October 1, 2024 at 12:10 AM

One last ask, John

Hi John, As I’m sure you’ve heard from my team – and other candidates – today marks the final quarterly fundraising deadline before Election Day. We’re still running about $2,000 short of where we hope to be, so I’m reaching out one last time for your help to close the gap before midni…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 30, 2024 at 4:45 PM

You’re not a number on a spreadsheet.

Let's talk about campaign finance, John. As we all know, running for office these days is a costly endeavor. But in my view, it's not about the amount of money we raise, but where the money comes from that matters. That’s why I made a commitment from the start to run a people-powere…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 29, 2024 at 5:02 PM

What the FEC deadline means to our campaign.

Hi John, In just a moment, I’m going to ask you for a $3 donation ahead of this month’s quarterly FEC fundraising deadline – our final deadline before voting begins. But first, I hope you’ll give me a moment to explain what this deadline means, and why your support is so critical. T…

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  Laura Friedman HQ · [email protected]

September 28, 2024 at 4:59 PM

The LA Times agrees

John, We have been trying to stay positive in this campaign by not talking about our extremist Republican opponent, Alex Balekian. But sometimes it’s important to draw a comparison. That’s why we’re honored that the Los Angeles Times has done it for us, and made clear that Laura is …

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  Laura Friedman HQ · [email protected]

September 27, 2024 at 10:27 PM

Your last chance to make an impact before our big deadline.

John, We’re reaching out because this Monday at midnight marks our final quarterly fundraising deadline with FEC before ballots get mailed to voters across California. That makes this our last opportunity to show grassroots strength and gather resources as we close in on election d…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 26, 2024 at 8:58 PM

A major development in our race

I'll be direct, John. In this email, I'm going to ask you to contribute $ 3 to keep our campaign fully operational ahead of next week’s make-or-break FEC filing deadline. We are weeks away from the election, so I hope you'll let me explain what's at stake. By this time next week, ma…

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  Laura Friedman HQ · [email protected]

September 26, 2024 at 4:46 PM

Help us set the tone:

John, Monday at midnight marks our final quarterly FEC fundraising deadline before we’re on the ballot as the Democratic nominee in CA-30. Right now, we have about $16,240 left to raise and less than 5 days to do it. This is our last major chance to show the strength of our grassroo…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 23, 2024 at 4:14 PM

Our final quarterly FEC deadline

Hi John, In this email, I’m going to ask you to contribute $3 to help keep CA-30 blue. We have a huge deadline coming up, so we hope you’ll give us a moment to explain why your donation is so important: In just 7 days – one week from today– we have our final FEC fundraising deadline…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 19, 2024 at 10:09 PM

What does pool have to do with politics? 🎱

Here's something you may not know about me, John. Back in my college years, and even for a bit during my producing days, I was a semi-pro pool player. 🎱     Believe it or not, some of the most important skills I developed at the pool table I still use today as a legislator. I lear…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 16, 2024 at 5:25 PM

If I had to choose, it would be right now

Hi John, There’s no bad time to make a donation. But to be honest, it’s early donations that set the stage for our whole campaign. As our final financial report of the election nears, it’s essential for us to show the breadth and strength of our Democratic grassroots support. Can yo…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 13, 2024 at 7:37 PM

Delivering for Californians until my final day

John, I am running to serve CA-30, but I’m still your Assemblymember until the year ends. Others may have made campaigning their full-time job, but I was elected to make change for the better, and I never stopped doing my job. I'm proud to share that this work has paid off. Let me s…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 12, 2024 at 5:18 PM

Our most important deadline yet

I'll keep this brief, John. I’m reaching out because we're just over two weeks from our last FEC fundraising deadline before our election. As you may know, we're periodically required to report our fundraising numbers to the Federal Election Commission (FEC). This deadline will be …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 10, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Californians begin voting in one month

Here we go, John. Election Day is less than 60 days away. Californians receive their ballots in less than 30 days, and shortly after that voters will begin deciding who their next representative in CA-30 will be. Can you chip in right now to make sure our team has the resources to p…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

September 5, 2024 at 4:47 PM

My final session in the Assembly

John, This past weekend was a bit bittersweet. After eight years,I finished my last session day as a California Legislator. Representing my community in Sacramento has been one of the highest honors of my life, and I’m deeply grateful to the public for their support and faith in me…

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  Laura Friedman (personal) · [email protected]

August 31, 2024 at 10:12 PM

Quick check in with John

John, This might surprise you given all the emails, but my least favorite part about campaigning for Congress is fundraising. But the Citizens United decision has made elections more expensive, and tried to undercut you, me, and any voice without a 12-figure bank account. I am working …

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

August 30, 2024 at 10:43 PM

August update →

John, tomorrow marks the end of August -- and with it, our end-of-month fundraising deadline. It is hard to believe that summer is nearly over. So much has happened in our race to elect the first woman to represent CA-30: I have been hitting the campaign trail! Whether attending lo…

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  Laura Friedman HQ · [email protected]

August 30, 2024 at 4:42 PM

Laura’s done her part. Will you do yours?

Hi John, It’s the end of the month, and we are reaching out to make sure we're on track to hit our targets and to run a well-funded (and winning) campaign. And right now, we could really use your support to keep pace. Anything you can pitch in will help us afford the resources we ne…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

August 27, 2024 at 4:29 PM

It’s never a bad time, but this is a REALLY good time

Hi John, There’s no bad time to make a donation. But to be honest, it’s earlier donations that set the stage for our whole campaign. As our final financial report of the General Election nears, it’s essential for us to show the breadth and strength of our Democratic grassroots suppo…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

August 26, 2024 at 5:44 PM

Scenes from the district 📸

John, The work never stops. Everyone I talk to is ready for real change. We just have to believe. That’s why I do this every single day, whether in the Assembly or on the campaign trail. And it’s why you will see me again and again until we give the people the democracy they dese…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

August 24, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Wearing my Harris/Walz bracelet and ready to win:

John, It has been a thrilling week, watching the Democratic National Convention. I’m wearing my Harris/Walz bracelet every day to remind me to work hard until we win! This week’s festivities have shown that when women lead, no one is left behind. But we are not there yet. We have t…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

August 16, 2024 at 4:16 PM

Quick update for John:

Hi John, I’m reaching out because we’re almost midway through our third fundraising quarter of 2024 – the FINAL quarter before our election, and we need to keep up with our quarterly fundraising goal. Freedom and democracy are on the ballot in this year’s election. And there is a lo…

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  Laura Friedman HQ · [email protected]

August 7, 2024 at 6:46 PM

Giffords!

Big news, John. Giffords PAC, one of the most prominent gun safety organizations, just endorsed Laura’s campaign for Congress!   “The United States is in the midst of a gun violence epidemic. Guns are the number one killer of children. That is unacceptable and it won’t change…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

August 6, 2024 at 10:18 PM

Our ticket is set, and we can make history

John, As I’m sure you’ve seen by now, Kamala Harris tapped Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for November. The top of our ticket is set. And with just three months until the most consequential election of our lives, we are FIRED UP and ready to win – up and down the ballot. Fre…

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  Laura Friedman · [email protected]

August 2, 2024 at 7:37 PM

I can’t thank you enough, John

Thank you, John. With your support, we carried our momentum through July and reached our goal! As we move through the dog days of summer, I’m looking forward to hitting the road and continuing to meet folks across our district. And I’ll have a few exciting updates to share with …

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  Laura Friedman (personal) · [email protected]

August 1, 2024 at 12:35 AM

Hoping to catch you

I’m glad I caught you, John. I hope you’ll take a minute to read this note as we close our July fundraising push. But if you’re short on time this busy Wednesday, I understand. Will you chip in $3 to help us push past our $10,000 July goal? The race for CA-30 is a must-hold for a Dem…

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