Colin Allred is a civil rights attorney running for Congress in Texas' 32nd congressional district. He is a former NFL player and Obama Administration official.

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  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 26, 2026 at 11:06 PM

Our democracy is under attack

Friend, Trump is doing everything in his power to tip the scales of the midterm elections. The Supreme Court – stacked with Trump’s handpicked, far-right justices – just handed him a win in his fight against mail-in voting. As a voting rights lawyer, I can see right through the lies Donald Trump i…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 26, 2026 at 11:06 PM

Our democracy is under attack

John, Trump is doing everything in his power to tip the scales of the midterm elections. The Supreme Court – stacked with Trump’s handpicked, far-right justices – just handed him a win in his fight against mail-in voting. As a voting rights lawyer, I can see right through the lies Donald Trump is …
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 26, 2026 at 4:07 PM

Dr. Plummer and I are fighting for Texas together

John, Throughout my career, you've stood with me because we share a simple belief: public service is about fighting for people. Whether it was protecting fundamental freedoms or creating more opportunity for hardworking Texans, that's always been my goal. That's also why I'm proud to support D…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 26, 2026 at 4:07 PM

Dr. Plummer and I are fighting for Texas together

Friend, Throughout my career, you've stood with me because we share a simple belief: public service is about fighting for people. Whether it was protecting fundamental freedoms or creating more opportunity for hardworking Texans, that's always been my goal. That's also why I'm proud to support…
  Team Allred · [email protected]
August 25, 2026 at 6:37 PM

We want to be transparent

We want to give you the full picture, John. Republicans are literally throwing everything they have at the wall to try and keep their grip on the House.  Not only are they spending MILLIONS to try and cling onto power, but in Texas, they've racially gerrymandered districts like Colin's to give…
  Team Allred · [email protected]
August 25, 2026 at 6:37 PM

We want to be transparent

We want to give you the full picture, Friend. Republicans are literally throwing everything they have at the wall to try and keep their grip on the House.  Not only are they spending MILLIONS to try and cling onto power, but in Texas, they've racially gerrymandered districts like Colin's to gi…
  Troy Jackson · [email protected]
August 23, 2026 at 3:36 PM

I don’t take your support lightly

John,  I grew up in a working-class family in Allagash.  We didn’t always have heat or running water. Sometimes, we relied on food assistance to make ends meet.  My dad was a logger out in the woods, and one day he and his fellow loggers had to stand up to a wealthy landowner who was threat…
  Troy Jackson · [email protected]
August 23, 2026 at 3:36 PM

I don’t take your support lightly

Friend,  I grew up in a working-class family in Allagash.  We didn’t always have heat or running water. Sometimes, we relied on food assistance to make ends meet.  My dad was a logger out in the woods, and one day he and his fellow loggers had to stand up to a wealthy landowner who was thre…
  Team Allred · [email protected]
August 22, 2026 at 9:23 PM

What your $2 means

Here’s what it says about you when you pitch in $2 to my Democratic campaign, John.  It says that you believe in a former NFL linebacker and voting rights lawyer to fight for the community that raised him. It says that you believe that leadership should be decided by the people – not by Texas …
  Team Allred · [email protected]
August 22, 2026 at 9:23 PM

What your $2 means

Here’s what it says about you when you pitch in $2 to my Democratic campaign, friend.  It says that you believe in a former NFL linebacker and voting rights lawyer to fight for the community that raised him. It says that you believe that leadership should be decided by the people – not by Texa…
  Mary Peltola · [email protected]
August 22, 2026 at 2:37 PM

I’m officially running in the general election for U.S. Senate in Alaska

John -  My name is Mary Peltola, and after winning my primary this week, I am officially running in the general election for United States Senate in Alaska.  I want to share with you why I made the decision to run – and to ask for your support as we begin the general election together. But if you…
  Mary Peltola · [email protected]
August 22, 2026 at 2:37 PM

I’m officially running in the general election for U.S. Senate in Alaska

Hello -  My name is Mary Peltola, and after winning my primary this week, I am officially running in the general election for United States Senate in Alaska.  I want to share with you why I made the decision to run – and to ask for your support as we begin the general election together. But if yo…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 21, 2026 at 11:01 PM

My dad would be a great pack leader!

View this post on the web at [link removed] HI FRIENDS!!! Marley here!!! 🐾 I know it’s been a while since I’ve last checked in – my apawlogies for the delay. It’s just that I’ve been having so much fun with my family this summer! The sun here in Texas has never been more toasty, so the walks I’…
  Team Allred · [email protected]
August 21, 2026 at 6:13 PM

What do Trump and Ken Paxon have in common? A LOT!

John, Donald Trump and Ken Paxton are trying to tear down our democracy bit by bit. It's up to us to stop them – and here's how: – Both are pushing for the insane SAVE America Act, which would restrict voting for over 21 million Americans. And now, Trump is even threatening to declare a national …
  Team Allred · [email protected]
August 21, 2026 at 6:13 PM

What do Trump and Ken Paxon have in common? A LOT!

Friend, Donald Trump and Ken Paxton are trying to tear down our democracy bit by bit. It's up to us to stop them – and here's how: – Both are pushing for the insane SAVE America Act, which would restrict voting for over 21 million Americans. And now, Trump is even threatening to declare a nationa…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 19, 2026 at 5:51 PM

My opponent's extreme views

John, this should concern all of us: The Republican I’m running against this November has some deeply troubled views on health and science – and I think everyone should know where he stands. Here’s just a small glimpse of what he believes: – My opponent regularly pushes against vaccines, even …
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 19, 2026 at 5:51 PM

My opponent's extreme views

Friend, this should concern all of us: The Republican I’m running against this November has some deeply troubled views on health and science – and I think everyone should know where he stands. Here’s just a small glimpse of what he believes: – My opponent regularly pushes against vaccines, eve…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 19, 2026 at 5:12 PM

My decision

Friend, today, I want to share with you why I decided to run for Congress – and why I chose to end my campaign for Senate. I think I speak for everyone when I say that 2024 was a wake-up call. After Trump and his GOP allies swept the presidency and House and Senate races across the country, m…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 19, 2026 at 5:12 PM

My decision

John, today, I want to share with you why I decided to run for Congress – and why I chose to end my campaign for Senate. I think I speak for everyone when I say that 2024 was a wake-up call. After Trump and his GOP allies swept the presidency and House and Senate races across the country, man…
  Abdul El-Sayed · [email protected]
August 18, 2026 at 6:53 PM

My full name

Folks, Donald Trump, Mike Rogers’ team, and MAGA Republicans have started using my full name – Abdulrahman Mohamed El-Sayed – like it's a weapon. Like the extra syllables are supposed to make you trust me less. I think that says more about them than it does about me. That’s because when you do…
  Abdul El-Sayed · [email protected]
August 18, 2026 at 6:53 PM

My full name

John, Donald Trump, Mike Rogers’ team, and MAGA Republicans have started using my full name – Abdulrahman Mohamed El-Sayed – like it's a weapon. Like the extra syllables are supposed to make you trust me less. I think that says more about them than it does about me. That’s because when you don…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 17, 2026 at 10:00 PM

The Texas AFL-CIO. Planned Parenthood Action Fund. Texas AFT. End Citizens United.

View this post on the web at [link removed] Races like mine can’t be won alone – and it’s certainly no secret that modern political campaigns require a lot of resources. To reach voters across North Texas, we need paid staff on the ground, mailers in mailboxes, TV ads on the air, and robust Get-…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 17, 2026 at 4:18 PM

Something better than doomscrolling

John, I want to have a real talk for a second. I’ve been hearing from a lot of folks about how frustrated they are with the direction our country is going and the lack of response to the harmful actions coming from this administration. Honestly, that frustration is warranted. But I also think …
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 17, 2026 at 4:18 PM

Something better than doomscrolling

Friend, I want to have a real talk for a second. I’ve been hearing from a lot of folks about how frustrated they are with the direction our country is going and the lack of response to the harmful actions coming from this administration. Honestly, that frustration is warranted. But I also thin…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 16, 2026 at 8:51 PM

I've selected you, John

John, now that our runoff election is behind us and our general election is less than 90 days away, I need to hear from you directly: Will you take my 7-question 2026 House Priorities Survey before midnight tonight? [link removed] Winning the runoff in May was a huge moment for this campaign. …
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 16, 2026 at 8:51 PM

I've selected you, friend

Friend, now that our runoff election is behind us and our general election is less than 90 days away, I need to hear from you directly: Will you take my 7-question 2026 House Priorities Survey before midnight tonight? [link removed] Winning the runoff in May was a huge moment for this campaign…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 15, 2026 at 7:51 PM

I dropped out

Friend, last year, I made one of the toughest decisions of my life: I chose to end my campaign for U.S. Senate. But knowing what we all know now, it was clearly the right decision. We all saw what happened in the GOP primary in Texas: a costly runoff, millions poured into tearing each other d…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 15, 2026 at 7:51 PM

I dropped out

John, last year, I made one of the toughest decisions of my life: I chose to end my campaign for U.S. Senate. But knowing what we all know now, it was clearly the right decision. We all saw what happened in the GOP primary in Texas: a costly runoff, millions poured into tearing each other dow…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 15, 2026 at 1:54 PM

Could you help me out?

Friend, it's Colin Allred, and I'm personally asking you to donate $5 to help me win my general election in November. This seat was one of a handful of districts purposely gerrymandered by the Texas GOP to ensure Republicans hold on to control of Congress. But with your support, we can keep our Mom…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 15, 2026 at 1:54 PM

Could you help me out?

John, it's Colin Allred, and I'm personally asking you to donate $5 to help me win my general election in November. This seat was one of a handful of districts purposely gerrymandered by the Texas GOP to ensure Republicans hold on to control of Congress. But with your support, we can keep our Momen…
  Sherrod · [email protected]
August 14, 2026 at 9:53 PM

Look at this

John, look at this:  A Washington Post pull quote describing a more favorable electoral environment for Sherrod Brown in Ohio. [link removed] Ohio is the most competitive race in the country – and analysts agree. The Republican dark money machine sees it too, and they’re funneling a whoppin…
  Sherrod · [email protected]
August 14, 2026 at 9:53 PM

Look at this

Friend, look at this:  A Washington Post pull quote describing a more favorable electoral environment for Sherrod Brown in Ohio. [link removed] Ohio is the most competitive race in the country – and analysts agree. The Republican dark money machine sees it too, and they’re funneling a whopp…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 14, 2026 at 5:54 PM

this could really hurt:

John, I've taken some big hits before – and I've got a plate and two screws in my neck to prove it. But falling short of our August mid-month fundraising goal, with Election Day nearly around the corner, would hurt more than any hit I took in the NFL. We're less than 90 days out from the midte…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 14, 2026 at 5:53 PM

this could really hurt:

Friend, I've taken some big hits before – and I've got a plate and two screws in my neck to prove it. But falling short of our August mid-month fundraising goal, with Election Day nearly around the corner, would hurt more than any hit I took in the NFL. We're less than 90 days out from the mid…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 13, 2026 at 10:40 PM

I still have more to give

Friend, this is a longer email than I usually send, but I want to tell you why I ran for Congress in 2018, and why I am running again this year. But before I dive too deep into my story, I'm humbly asking: Will you chip in just $5 or whatever you can spare to my campaign today so I can win in TX-…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 13, 2026 at 10:40 PM

I still have more to give

John, this is a longer email than I usually send, but I want to tell you why I ran for Congress in 2018, and why I am running again this year. But before I dive too deep into my story, I'm humbly asking: Will you chip in just $5 or whatever you can spare to my campaign today so I can win in TX-33…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 12, 2026 at 9:23 PM

Donald Trump is undefeated in TX

John, there's no easy way to say this:  President Trump is undefeated in Texas, and the Texas GOP racially gerrymandered our maps to make sure it stays that way. Trump has won Texas in three straight presidential elections, he got his handpicked nominee for the Texas Senate race to move on to …
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 12, 2026 at 9:23 PM

Donald Trump is undefeated in TX

Friend, there's no easy way to say this:  President Trump is undefeated in Texas, and the Texas GOP racially gerrymandered our maps to make sure it stays that way. Trump has won Texas in three straight presidential elections, he got his handpicked nominee for the Texas Senate race to move on t…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 12, 2026 at 4:15 PM

My Call To Abolish ICE

View this post on the web at [link removed] I’m devastated and outraged that I even have to write this post. As you’ve already seen, Donald Trump and the GOP have been letting ICE run rampant throughout communities all across the country. And the result? Parents afraid to drive their kids to sc…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 11, 2026 at 10:41 PM

Sent my kids back to school today

John, my kids went back to school today, and it's made me reflect on a few things: – It makes me think about my mom, who was a public school teacher herself, sacrificing every day to make sure I had a good life and a good education. – I'm reflecting on the value of a public education, and the ways…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 11, 2026 at 10:41 PM

Sent my kids back to school today

Friend, my kids went back to school today, and it's made me reflect on a few things: – It makes me think about my mom, who was a public school teacher herself, sacrificing every day to make sure I had a good life and a good education. – I'm reflecting on the value of a public education, and the wa…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 10, 2026 at 9:39 PM

Our first summer with Marley! 🐾

Friend, we've been having a blast during our first summer with Marley! Whether we were going on long walks through the neighborhood, gathering around the TV cheering on the World Cup, or celebrating our runoff victory back in May, Marley has been right there with us through every major moment. …
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 10, 2026 at 9:38 PM

Our first summer with Marley! 🐾

John, we've been having a blast during our first summer with Marley! Whether we were going on long walks through the neighborhood, gathering around the TV cheering on the World Cup, or celebrating our runoff victory back in May, Marley has been right there with us through every major moment. R…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 9, 2026 at 4:38 PM

Texas families are being squeezed by high prices

Friend, I've been spending the past several months traveling around TX-33, listening to voters' concerns, needs, and struggles, and I keep hearing a recurring theme: 📈 Prices on everything from gas to groceries are too high right now. 🏠 The dream of home ownership is getting further and furthe…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 9, 2026 at 4:38 PM

Texas families are being squeezed by high prices

John, I've been spending the past several months traveling around TX-33, listening to voters' concerns, needs, and struggles, and I keep hearing a recurring theme: 📈 Prices on everything from gas to groceries are too high right now. 🏠 The dream of home ownership is getting further and further …
  Janelle Bynum · [email protected]
August 8, 2026 at 9:23 PM

I want to share this with you

Janelle Bynum [link removed] Hey there, I’m Janelle Bynum. I’m a mom of four, an engineer, a local businesswoman, a former Oregon State Legislator, and a proud Democrat representing Oregon’s 5th District in Congress.   Keeping OR-05 blue is the key to taking back the House next year, so I h…
  Janelle Bynum · [email protected]
August 8, 2026 at 9:23 PM

I want to share this with you

Janelle Bynum [link removed] Hey John, I’m Janelle Bynum. I’m a mom of four, an engineer, a local businesswoman, a former Oregon State Legislator, and a proud Democrat representing Oregon’s 5th District in Congress.   Keeping OR-05 blue is the key to taking back the House next year, so I ha…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
August 7, 2026 at 11:31 PM

Reflecting On My Time in the NFL

View this post on the web at [link removed] My time in and around the NFL taught me some of the biggest lessons of my life. When folks hear that I spent five seasons as an NFL linebacker, they often picture bright lights, roaring crowds, celebrity status, and the glamour of high-stakes Sunday fo…
  Troy Jackson · [email protected]
August 7, 2026 at 7:13 PM

Friend, I don’t take your support lightly

Friend,  I grew up in a working-class family in Allagash.  We didn’t always have heat or running water. Sometimes, we relied on food assistance to make ends meet.  My dad was a logger out in the woods, and one day he and his fellow loggers had to stand up to a wealthy landowner who was thre…
  Troy Jackson · [email protected]
August 7, 2026 at 7:13 PM

John, I don’t take your support lightly

John,  I grew up in a working-class family in Allagash.  We didn’t always have heat or running water. Sometimes, we relied on food assistance to make ends meet.  My dad was a logger out in the woods, and one day he and his fellow loggers had to stand up to a wealthy landowner who was threat…