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Rashida Tlaib

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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
October 6, 2022 at 8:34 PM

expand voting rights for students

Secretaries of State can act now to ensure more young people can vote in 2022’s election. John, In the 2018 and 2020 U.S. elections, young people turned out in impressive numbers. In retaliation, some state legislatures have tightened their voting laws in order…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
October 4, 2022 at 6:26 PM

5 weeks until Election Day!

With only 5 weeks until Election Day, check to see if you’re registered to vote at your current address. John, Are you registered to vote? Registering to vote is quick, simple, and key to being a part of our government and decision-making processes. With only 5 …
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
October 1, 2022 at 2:05 PM

We can repeal the 2002 Iraq Authorization for Use of Military Force

This outdated war authority can be used and abused by presidential administrations. John, We’ve got to end our forever wars, and we can start by repealing the 2002 Iraq Authorization for Use of Military Force. This outdated war authority is unnecessary for ong…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 30, 2022 at 7:55 PM

Rush a donation before tonight’s fundraising deadline to send me back to Congress to fight for you.

I’ve spent my career fighting back against an unjust status quo that puts power and profits ahead of human needs. John, At midnight tonight we’ll close the books on our last end-of-quarter fundraising deadline before November’s election. As a member of the U.S. …
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 30, 2022 at 4:21 PM

Power outages and water shutoffs disproportionately affect Black, brown, Indigenous, and low-income communities.

In the richest country in the history of the world, it is outrageous that millions of people struggle with utility insecurity, substandard services, and inhumane shutoffs. John, The devastating Hurricane Ian has struck Florida, leaving more than 2.5 million peop…
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
September 29, 2022 at 9:07 PM

Re: Rashida against apartheid

Thank you for all that you do to fight for the human rights of all people, at home and abroad. John, As the only Palestinian-American member of Congress, Rashida is a daily reminder to her colleagues of the ongoing oppression of the Palestinian people. Right no…
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
September 29, 2022 at 5:51 PM

Rashida is under attack. Let’s have her back >>

Thank you for all that you do to fight for the human rights of all people, at home and abroad. John, Rashida is under attack for her bold leadership in defending the human rights of Palestinians. Within hours of Rashida’s recent remarks holding politicians acco…
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  Rashida, AOC, Ayanna, and Ilhan · [email protected]
September 28, 2022 at 9:07 PM

We haven’t slowed down

As we head into the November election with a strengthened determination and unified vision for change, we need your support. Hey, John — Rashida, AOC, Ayanna, and Ilhan here! We know that, as we get closer to Election Day, you’re bound to get dozens of emails asking for money. So, we…
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
September 28, 2022 at 6:08 PM

We did it! No more Dirty Deal

Together, the people made their voices heard and it resulted in a huge victory for environmental justice. John, We won! We removed Joe Manchin’s Dirty Deal from the upcoming must-pass government spending bill. We fought against Senator Manchin’s “permitting ref…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 23, 2022 at 6:17 PM

Water is a human right! (and so are electricity, broadband, sanitation, and public transit)

Thank you for fighting by my side to ensure access to basic human rights for everyone. John, In the richest country in the world, nobody should have to go without basic life necessities. It is an outrage that millions of Americans struggle to access water, sani…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 22, 2022 at 9:14 PM

Update: Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico

Hurricane Fiona hit Puerto Rico on Sunday, and most of the island is still without power or clean water. John, For five days, most of Puerto Rico has been without power or clean water.   Hurricane Fiona hit the island on Sunday, the first major hurricane to hit…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 21, 2022 at 8:53 PM

How you can stop abortion bans:

Republicans in Congress just introduced a bill that would create a nationwide ban on abortions. John, Republicans in Congress just introduced a bill that would create a nationwide ban on abortions. They’re showing what they’ll do if they win more power in Congr…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 17, 2022 at 3:23 PM

UPDATE: new COVID vaccines

Good news: Everyone ages 12 and up can now get a free updated COVID booster shot. John, Good news: Everyone ages 12 and up can now get a free updated COVID booster shot. The CDC recommends regular COVID boosters because our immunity wanes over time, and vaccines …
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 15, 2022 at 2:27 PM

RE: Keep the pressure on Democratic leadership to reject Manchin’s Dirty Deal

Having grown up in Detroit by the Marathon Oil Refinery and other corporate polluters, I know what it’s like to be a frontline community treated as a dumping ground. JOHN, Very soon, Congress must pass a spending resolution to keep the government open after the…
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September 14, 2022 at 7:26 PM

Keep the pressure on Democratic leadership to reject Manchin’s Dirty Deal

Having grown up in Detroit by the Marathon Oil Refinery and other corporate polluters, I know what it’s like to be a frontline community treated as a dumping ground. JOHN, We can still stop Joe Manchin’s Dirty Deal that sells out frontline communities and our p…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 12, 2022 at 4:43 PM

Take Action: Stop Manchin’s dirty climate deal

Together, we will never stop fighting for our frontline communities who bear the brunt of the climate crisis. JOHN, Joe Manchin and his fossil fuel cronies not only secured handouts for corporate polluters in the Inflation Reduction Act, but also tried to push a…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 10, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Re: protect abortion rights in Michigan!

We have a chance to change Michigan’s state constitution to protect abortion rights permanently. John, It’s confirmed: Abortion rights are on the ballot in Michigan.   We have a pre-Roe law still on the books, which—if enforced—would criminalize abortions. But t…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 9, 2022 at 3:42 PM

UPDATE: Michigan abortion rights on the ballot

We have a chance to change Michigan’s state constitution to protect abortion rights permanently. John, We have a chance to change Michigan’s state constitution to protect abortion rights permanently, which would overturn a pre-Roe state law making abortion a felo…
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September 7, 2022 at 3:59 PM

Jackson is still without drinking water

Jackson’s water crisis is environmental racism and a violation of human rights. The entire city of Jackson, Mississippi still can’t access clean water. This is environmental racism and a violation of human rights. Please donate generously to support Cooper…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 6, 2022 at 2:12 PM

Let’s dismantle structural racism

With every bill I introduce and every vote I cast, I’m focused on dismantling the structural racism at the root of so many of our institutions. John, With every bill I introduce and every vote I cast, I’m focused on dismantling the structural racism at the root …
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September 5, 2022 at 1:26 PM

Workers are rising up

We’re fighting back against greedy, union-busting corporations. John, This Labor Day, we honor the workers across the country rising up to demand fair pay, benefits, and fair scheduling―and those who came before us who made this moment possible. From Amazon to …
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 3, 2022 at 3:52 PM

Re: Centering mothers of color in policymaking:

I’ve had the honor of working alongside Mothering Justice for years in Michigan and at the federal level. John, In case you missed it, we launched a new Mamas’ Caucus in Congress alongside the grassroots group Mothering Justice. Mothering Justice is addressing …
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
September 2, 2022 at 6:11 PM

Mothering Justice:

I’ve had the honor of working alongside Mothering Justice for years in Michigan and at the federal level. John, In collaboration with the grassroots advocacy organization Mothering Justice, we recently launched the Mamas’ Caucus in Congress! We’re centering mot…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
August 31, 2022 at 7:03 PM

New power outages

I’ve joined grassroots justice groups to protest DTE Energy’s new rate hike. John, Storms in southeast Michigan have left more than 265,000 customers of the utility DTE Energy without power. Schools are closed due to loss of power, groceries are spoiling, and pe…
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August 30, 2022 at 9:28 PM

Last chance to order free COVID tests from USPS

The White House announced that its program providing free COVID tests through USPS is ending this Friday. John, The White House announced that its program providing free COVID tests through USPS is ending this Friday, partly because Congress has not renewed fund…
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August 27, 2022 at 3:48 PM

Hearing from courageous residents

This week, we held a congressional field hearing in my district. JOHN, I held a congressional field hearing in my district this week to hear from courageous residents and advocates who are fighting back against environmental racism. We heard from residents like…
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August 25, 2022 at 3:13 PM

Stay informed about monkeypox

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has declared a public health emergency due to a rise in monkeypox cases, which have been reported in all 50 states. John, The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has declared a public health emergency due…
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August 24, 2022 at 7:03 PM

Activism works!

Today, thanks to continuous pressure from our progressive movement, President Biden announced that the federal government will cancel $10,000 in education debt for all borrowers with incomes below $125,000. John, Activism works! Today, thanks to continuous press…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
August 22, 2022 at 9:57 PM

Re: Palestinians deserve safety, freedom, and justice

100 days since Shireen’s assassination John, In the 100 days since assassinating beloved Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, the Israeli government has intensified its violent attempts to silence other Palestinians who speak out for Palestinian r…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
August 19, 2022 at 7:11 PM

We must hold Israel accountable

The Israeli government has intensified its violent attempts to silence Palestinians who speak out for Palestinian rights. John, Yesterday marked 100 days since the Israeli military’s assassination of beloved journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, a dual Palestinian-Ameri…
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August 18, 2022 at 7:39 PM

Environmental justice

After being used as a bargaining chip, environmental justice advocates have renewed calls for President Biden to use his executive authority to protect their lives and block fossil fuels. John, Corporate Democrats in Congress sacrificed marginalized people for p…
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August 16, 2022 at 8:11 PM

Update: Inflation Reduction Act signed into law

We have more work to do to ensure that our government works for the people rather than for corporations. John President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law today, marking a first step in lowering the costs of prescription drugs and healthcare and in…
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August 13, 2022 at 3:59 PM

Re: For the first time, Medicare will be able to negotiate drug prices.

Today, I voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act―but our work must continue. John, Voter turnout has been low across the country―including in our recent primary in the battleground state of Michigan. If we don’t turn this around now, it could spell doom for ou…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
August 12, 2022 at 11:37 PM

For the first time, Medicare will be able to negotiate drug prices.

Today, I voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act―but our work must continue. JOHN, Today, I voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act―a law that will take steps forward in lowering prescription drug costs for seniors, ensuring healthcare for millions of workin…
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August 10, 2022 at 9:02 PM

Take Action: Stop Ron DeSantis’s right-wing thought police

This is the same governor who banned public schools from teaching critical race theory and who rejected dozens of math textbooks over claims they were indoctrinating children. John, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is sending his right-wing thought police into Flor…
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August 6, 2022 at 12:53 PM

Sign Now: Tell President Biden to cancel education debt

Forty-three million people in the U.S. face the crushing financial burden of ongoing education debt. John, President Biden is expected to make a decision soon on whether or not he’ll use executive action to cancel federal student loan debt for millions of borrow…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
August 4, 2022 at 5:26 PM

With love and sadness

John, This past week we lost a dear friend and member of our campaign family. Zahra Abbas was an activist fighting to ensure everyone has access to quality healthcare. She was full of love, life, and a commitment to social justice. Zahra was a strong advocate for …
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
August 3, 2022 at 7:14 PM

PHOTOS: This past week on the campaign trail

We were up against $1 million in outside spending by billionaire-funded Super PACs. John, Thank you! Together, thousands of grassroots supporters turned out to vote, volunteer, and donate to our re-election campaign. And, thanks to you, we won our Democratic pri…
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
August 1, 2022 at 4:19 PM

One day until Election Day and two Super PACs are attacking Rashida

Rashida has our backs every day she’s in Congress. Let’s have her back today and send her back to Washington, DC to fight for us! JOHN, In the final days of Rashida’s Democratic primary, the attacks have increased. Not one, but two Super PACs are inundating the…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
July 31, 2022 at 1:24 PM

RE: The Supreme Court may try to take away the right to same-sex and interracial marriage

As attacks are rising against trans people and other members of the LGBTQI+ community, we cannot leave these rights up to the unelected Supreme Court. JOHN, Since the Supreme Court took away federal abortion rights, I’ve joined my colleagues in the U.S. House to…
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July 30, 2022 at 2:30 PM

The Supreme Court may try to take away the right to same-sex and interracial marriage

As attacks are rising against trans people and other members of the LGBTQI+ community, we cannot leave these rights up to the unelected Supreme Court. Please sign the petition to the Senate: "Pass the Respect for Marriage Act, which would protect the righ…
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  Denzel, Rashida Tlaib for Congress · [email protected]
July 29, 2022 at 9:49 PM

$1 million on misleading TV ads attacking Rashida

Super PAC has spent nearly $1 million on misleading TV ads attacking Rashida Tlaib. JOHN, I’m the communications and political director for Rashida Tlaib’s re-election campaign. As of yesterday, a Super PAC associated with a Wall Street hedge fund billionaire …
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
July 28, 2022 at 10:24 PM

A new out-of-state Super PAC is targeting Rashida

In these crucial last few days before Michigan’s primary Election Day, multiple out-of-state Super PACs have been targeting Rashida. JOHN, Not one, but two out-of-state Super PACs have been targeting Rashida in these crucial last few days before Michigan’s prim…
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
July 27, 2022 at 9:59 PM

Ayanna, Ilhan, & AOC came to Detroit

In this last week before Michigan’s primary election, Rashida’s sisters in service came out to Detroit to talk about why we need Rashida to stay in Congress fighting for us. JOHN, The Squad just came to Detroit and rallied for Rashida! In this last week before…
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
July 26, 2022 at 8:26 PM

We’re not only up against a billionaire-funded Super PAC:

We’re counteracting their intimidation tactics by contacting and educating voters. John, Election Day is one week away and we’re not only up against a billionaire-funded Super PAC that’s spending up to $1 million in misinformation attacks. We’re also up against …
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
July 25, 2022 at 8:07 PM

New COVID variant: how to stay safe

During this surge, here are some tools to keep yourself safe. John, You may have heard that President Biden just tested positive for COVID. Right now there’s a surge happening as a new, more contagious Omicron variant is spreading around the country. If you’ve …
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
July 24, 2022 at 2:05 PM

RE: Help celebrate Rashida’s birthday

A true public servant, Rashida is a fighter who cares deeply about her community. JOHN, Today is Rashida’s birthday! As the only Palestinian-American in the U.S. Congress, Rashida is a fighter for human rights here and around the world. She’s also a public ser…
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  Team Rashida · [email protected]
July 23, 2022 at 2:58 PM

Help celebrate Rashida’s birthday

A true public servant, Rashida is a fighter who cares deeply about her community. JOHN, Tomorrow is Rashida’s birthday, and this weekend in addition to celebrating with family, friends, and community members, she’s out connecting with voters to ensure a victory…
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  Rashida Tlaib · [email protected]
July 22, 2022 at 8:10 PM

[take action] limit billionaire influence in our elections

In order to rein in the undue influence of billionaire money in our elections and our democracy, it’s time for America’s roughly 750 billionaires to pay taxes on their wealth gains each year, not just when they feel like it. JOHN, In my re-election campaign in M…
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July 21, 2022 at 5:54 PM

RE: Arrested while protesting for abortion rights:

We won’t go back! JOHN, This week I joined 16 other Democrats from the House of Representatives and was arrested while protesting for abortion rights in front of the Supreme Court. I understand the urgency of this moment, unlike too many of my colleagues in C…
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