Get to know Mary Gay Scanlon, the Democratic Nominee for Congress in Pennsylvania's 5th Congressional District.

50+ Messages / Page

  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
February 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM

Your support fuels the fight in PA

  John, I spoke with Luke, and wow — am I feeling good about where we got last month. He reported that hundreds of folks pitched in a few dollars where and when they could. They forwarded our emails to friends and family. A few nice people left some really generous comments o…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
February 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM

We can’t rely on the GOP —

but we can rely on you   John, I’ve been thinking about this a lot. As Congressional Democrats, operating under the rising tide of fascism, I think we’re always grappling with the gap between what we should do versus what we can accomplish while in the minority. I believe th…
  Team Scanlon · [email protected]
January 31, 2026 at 8:30 PM

MGS is speaking truth to power

Stand with PA Democrats who fight for you John, MGS is speaking truth to power, and she’s being honest with us, too. She’s not promising us that a $10 contribution towards her end of month fundraising deadline will change the world or make Trump disappear tomorrow. She IS promisi…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 31, 2026 at 5:01 PM

That’s the long and the short of it.

I’m just being honest   John, We need a full and resounding majority in Congress to accomplish what this country demands. That’s the long and the short of it. It’s going to take the generosity of values-driven grassroots contributors like you, pitching in $10 when and where…
  Team Scanlon · [email protected]
January 30, 2026 at 10:26 PM

We need a full Democratic majority

And you can make it happen You saw this, John? Mary Gay is proudly standing on the right side of history. See what she has to say below. We can fund our fighters in Congress with a quick $10 donation: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mgs_janeom26#John Begin forwarded message: …
  Luke O’Connell @ Team Scanlon · [email protected]
January 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM

My boss the badass

I won’t promise $10 will fix everything, but it will help us win   John, here’s what I can say about my boss: Mary Gay is an unapologetic badass. Period, end of email. HA kidding. (Although if that does it for you and you want to chip in now, I won’t stop you.) But stay with…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 29, 2026 at 7:25 PM

The right side of history needs your help

Protect your community, your rights, your future   John, you know it. I know it. National politics have been grim. And we both know why: Congressional Republicans are too afraid of Donald Trump to do what the country needs. If you see that too, chip in $25 or more to help me …
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 26, 2026 at 8:35 PM

Checking in on you again

  Team, I wanted to take a second and just be real with you. Things feel heavy right now. Democrats in Washington feel it, my constituents feel it in PA, and I’m sure all of you feel it, too. We’re witnessing abuse after abuse within this administration. From handouts to big …
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
January 23, 2026 at 7:15 PM

Mary Gay wants to hear from you

Here are a few of my thoughts   John, I’ll be real: a lot of us are feeling shell-shocked by the news right now. Personally, I wake up every day dreading pulling out my phone to discover what the next disaster will be. Did we invade Greenland? Did Trump tear down the West Win…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 21, 2026 at 8:25 PM

Special invitation for John

  John, as you and I both well know, every day of this administration brings more chaos — more cruelty from ICE, more abuse of power, more reminders that Trump is testing the limits of our democracy and our humanity. It’s exhausting, infuriating, and can leave you wondering wh…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 20, 2026 at 10:10 PM

I feel it too

And I want to hear from you   John, I’ll just say it: the start to 2026 has been really difficult. I know. I feel it too. It’s been tough to focus on anything but ICE’s abuse and violence in Minnesota, or Trump’s reckless attacks on Venezuela, threats against our allies in G…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 16, 2026 at 8:15 PM

The path to victory: enclosed

  John, Thank you for standing with me. Truly. Your support matters because the path to the U.S. House majority runs straight through Pennsylvania — and districts like ours are the difference between progress and paralysis. When we hold seats like this one and flip the right…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 14, 2026 at 11:30 PM

Checking in on ya!

Hey — just wanted to say thanks for being part of this. I know the mid-month asks can pile up in the election year, but every single dollar helps power our fight. The GOP has made it crystal clear that they’re targeting me this cycle. I’m not backing down. But I do need you with …
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
January 14, 2026 at 4:45 PM

Whoa… ok yeah, check this out

Have you ever seen this??   Hey John, Luke here 👋 I’m Mary Gay’s campaign manager — and I know you will feel this too: the stakes this year are sky high. I hate to say it, but Republicans are already rolling out attacks against Mary Gay. They know her district is a firewall …
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM

They’re coming for me.

All because I speak out.   John, Republicans in D.C. and Harrisburg would love to see me step aside. I’m sure you can figure out why… Because I call out Donald Trump and every loyalist pushing his sick agenda everywhere I can. I stand in his way as ranking Dem on the House J…
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
January 9, 2026 at 8:35 PM

FW: Mary Gay’s Year

John, Luke here! Wanted to make sure you didn’t miss this trip down memory lane. It’s so clear when you see Mary Gay’s clips and quotes all together like that: she has never stopped fighting. Take a look below, and if you’re able and inspired, send a contribution today to help Mar…
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
January 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM

Mary Gay’s Year: The Case Against MAGA

  John, if you’re like me, you’re starting the new year reflecting on the last one. Not to mention breaking a holiday sugar addiction, but that’s another story. Today I’m cleaning my files and looking back over Mary Gay’s clips in the news, and all I keep thinking is, “Holy c…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 2, 2026 at 8:05 PM

Thank you, seriously

  Wow! I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you. Because of amazing supporters like you, we ended the year strong. Strong enough to send a message that we’re ready — to our team, to our opponents, and to anyone watching this race closely. (If you missed your chance to …
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
January 1, 2026 at 12:06 AM

Making this quick

It’s almost midnight, and it’s New Year’s Eve, so I’m making this quick. Luke just showed me our updated supporter list ahead of the FEC deadline tonight (our first since my re-election announcement), and I have to say — I was really surprised not to see your name. I know you bel…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 31, 2025 at 10:25 PM

Hey John

Help me tell Luke to calm down. We got this, and you are going to prove it with a generous donation to my reelection (if you can). Thanks! Mary Gay   Begin forwarded message: Live look at me rn…   HELP LUKE CALM DOWN   Look, I’m not panicking, I’m just BUSY. We’…
  Team Scanlon · [email protected]
December 31, 2025 at 6:45 PM

Records for John

Check on this, please   We just pulled supporter records ahead of our FEC public filing deadline — and we didn’t see your year-end donation.   2025 FEC DEADLINE DONOR SUPPORTER Supporter: [email protected] Status: UPDATE NEEDED* Suggested Amount: $25   DONATE…
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
December 31, 2025 at 4:30 PM

my blood pressure and this FEC deadline 😬

We’re not panicking. You’re panicking. (jk but please donate)   Live look at me rn…   HELP LUKE CALM DOWN   Look, I’m not panicking, I’m just BUSY. We’re in a strong position. The campaign’s running smart, Mary Gay’s out front where she should be, and we’re seein…
  O’Connell, Luke · [email protected]
December 30, 2025 at 11:25 PM

lol

😂 The GOP is gonna be mad. Donate now to keep MGS ruining the GOP’s plans. — Luke Begin forwarded message: It’s no surprise that as I launch my re-election campaign (have you donated yet? Our FEC public filing is TOMORROW), the far-right is already targeting me. To be honest wi…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Public deadline… and I really need you

Can you please chip in?   It’s no surprise that as I launch my re-election campaign (have you donated yet? Our FEC public filing is TOMORROW), the far-right is already targeting me. To be honest with you, I wear it as a badge of honor. Their obsession with targeting me this e…
  Luke @ Team MGS · [email protected]
December 29, 2025 at 10:45 PM

John!!

Did ya see this from Mary Gay? It is short, sweet, and to the point. If you haven’t yet, check it out, and please consider contributing towards our FEC public filing deadline: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mgs_2025eoy#John — Luke Begin forwarded message: Hey John — you kno…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 29, 2025 at 6:15 PM

This will take you only a min to read, John

We’re in this together   Hey John — you know the drill. I’m sure your inbox is flooded with fundraising appeals due to the public filing and end-of-year deadline in two days. I’m not going to take a lot of your time, but I wanted to highlight how critical this FEC public filin…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 23, 2025 at 6:25 PM

A quick note, from me to you

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️   Sending love and thanks this holiday season to everyone pushing for a world where all of us can rest, thrive, and be free. Here’s to the new year ahead, may you find warmth, laughter, and a renewed belief in the power of what we can do, together. Happy Holiday…
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
December 18, 2025 at 6:45 PM

Did you see Mary Gay’s email?

She wants to hear from you, John Hey John! Wanted to make sure you saw Mary Gay’s last email asking you to share your 2026 priorities as we head into what will undoubtedly be another chaotic year under this GOP trifecta and a tight race for the House majority this midterm. To be h…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 16, 2025 at 8:45 PM

Heading into the New Year and we want to hear from you

Have a quick second?   John, are you ready for the 2026 elections? I know I am, because I know how critical they are to protecting our families, future, and democracy. This year was proof enough that a national GOP trifecta is in the best interest of absolutely NO ONE (except …
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM

Now’s the time to say thank you.

And one more thing!   John, Before the holiday season and end-of-year rush really begins, I want to say thank you. Launching a campaign is no small thing — my team is elated and exhausted. Thanks to you and so many others across PA-05 and beyond, we’ve built real momentum thi…
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
December 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM

She’d never say so herself — but she really needs you

That’s why I’m stepping in today.   John, Mary Gay would never say this herself, so I’m stepping in to say it for her: She really needs you right now. We’re in the middle of her first public fundraising deadline rush since launching her re-election campaign — and what we rai…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 9, 2025 at 9:05 PM

There’s still time for you…

…to become a Founding member of my campaign.   John, Last week, I officially launched my re-election campaign — and I couldn’t be more grateful for the outpouring of support we’ve had already. But if you haven’t chipped in yet, I want to give you this chance: Will you join m…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 5, 2025 at 9:15 PM

WOW! Thank you!

  I just want to say thank you. Whether you donated, shared, forwarded, or just read along — you’re part of this campaign. You’re part of this movement. I don’t take your time or trust for granted. And I especially don’t take your money for granted — I know every dollar you g…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 2, 2025 at 11:40 PM

Still time and still needed

Last chance to become a founding donor today! If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, I’d like to invite you to make it this one. Today is the official launch of my re-election campaign. Giving Tuesday ends at midnight. And we’re still working to hit our Founding Donor goal. …
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
December 2, 2025 at 5:45 PM

I’ve seen what it takes

Mary Gay fights harder than anyone. And now she needs us.   Hi John. As you might know, I’ve worked in politics for a long time. I’ve seen a lot of candidates. But I’ve never worked for someone who fights harder — or gets more done — than Mary Gay Scanlon. She reads every wor…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
December 1, 2025 at 4:45 PM

If you’re giving anywhere today…

Let it be for a campaign that fights like hell.   John, If you’re giving anywhere today — if you’re able to give — I hope you’ll pick a fight that matters to you and your family. My campaign fight isn’t just about re-electing one Democrat. It’s about beating back extremism, p…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
November 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM

A moment of gratitude

  Happy Thanksgiving, John! As we head into the holiday and take a moment to gather, celebrate, or simply breathe, I want you to know how deeply grateful I am for you and for the community we’ve built together. Thank you for caring for your neighbors, for speaking up when it…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
November 20, 2025 at 5:15 PM

An update: the Epstein Files

John, if you didn’t see my last email — I’m attaching it below. After 11 months of cutting programs, laying off thousands of federal workers, stripping healthcare and SNAP benefits from millions of Americans, delays and coverups around the Epstein Files, and the longest shutdown …
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
November 18, 2025 at 7:01 PM

Will the House GOP be loyal to the people or to Trump?

I know my answer   John, I’m going to cut to the chase: The shutdown is over, but the House GOP is still scrambling, delaying, and straight-up lying. Again. What else is new, you might ask? Fair. It’s true that they’re completely dysfunctional, captured by the corruption comi…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
November 13, 2025 at 6:15 PM

Thank you, and I’m furious

  John, Thank you for being part of this campaign. Every time you read an email, forward a message, or make a donation, you’re helping us stay focused on what really matters: showing up, doing the work, and fighting for the people we serve. If you’ve already chipped in — tha…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
November 12, 2025 at 11:35 PM

Checking in on this from you

Tonight’s our internal deadline, and I want to thank you for sticking with us. In one way or another, you’ve probably seen the impact of the GOP shutdown, and maybe you’re now seeing the headlines about their attempt to reopen the government despite their refusal to fund subsidie…
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
November 12, 2025 at 5:16 PM

I wish you knew…

What Mary Gay’s up against   John, I wish more people could see what leadership actually looks like right now. While the House GOP has been hiding away for 40-odd days while the American people suffered — Mary Gay has been doing the work. She’s meeting with small business own…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
November 11, 2025 at 5:50 PM

This is what it costs us

To be honest, this makes me sick   John, I want to be honest with you. The GOP shutdown may soon be drawing to a close because of the Senate deal — but the GOP’s long-established history of hurting people is still fresh in our minds. The fight is coming back to the House, an…
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
November 6, 2025 at 5:15 PM

Check her OUT!

  Hi team, This week, Mary Gay has been sounding the alarm about a crisis that is hitting nearly 2 million Pennsylvanians: a lapse in SNAP benefits caused by GOP dysfunction in Congress. Trump’s administration is only promising to pay half of SNAP benefits for November, leav…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
November 3, 2025 at 7:25 PM

Thank you and GO VOTE!

  John, this past week you all showed up for me and for your community. I want to say thank you for continuing to push through during such a difficult time. I’m also reaching out to talk about something important. Tomorrow is Election Day across the country, and despite the c…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
October 31, 2025 at 4:45 PM

FWD: PA resources

I wanted to make sure you saw my earlier message — it’s an important update about what’s happening with SNAP benefits here in Pennsylvania. I’ve forwarded it below just in case. Because of the ongoing GOP-Trump shutdown, nearly two million Pennsylvanians are at risk of missing th…
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
October 30, 2025 at 8:05 PM

Important update on food support for Pennsylvania families

  John, I’m writing to you today to discuss a very serious matter. For many families in Pennsylvania, home-cooked meals, groceries for their kids, and the peace of knowing “we’ll make it this month” depend on the vital safety-net program called SNAP (the Supplemental Nutritio…
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
October 24, 2025 at 7:15 PM

FWD: Mary Gay wants to hear from you

Mary Gay reached out earlier this week to share her experience at Philly’s No Kings Rally and fill you in on what’s happening behind the scenes during the government shutdown that the GOP just won’t bring to an end. She also reached out to ask how this shutdown is impacting you, …
  Mary Gay Scanlon · [email protected]
October 22, 2025 at 10:25 PM

Thousands showed up … were you one of them?

  John, this past weekend was a really big deal. Millions — yes millions — of Americans of all ages and demographics, from all walks of life, in cities all around the country, showed up to make their voices heard once again: NO KINGS IN AMERICA. My team and I showed up too. …
  Luke O’Connell · [email protected]
October 17, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Mary Gay needs your thoughts

Can you help her help you?   John, While Republicans fled town during a full-blown government shutdown, Mary Gay stayed in Washington. She stayed to listen and fight — I’m really proud of her and of our team. Inspired by Mary Gay, our team has been hosting telephone town ha…