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  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
January 18, 2021 at 9:00 PM

MLK Day:

  John, Today we celebrate the life and legacy of an American hero – the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through the power of his words and peaceful demonstrations, Dr. King created a movement centered around racial justice and equality. Although we have made progress – over five …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
January 13, 2021 at 2:02 PM

Georgia has spoken.

  John Now more than ever, I am proud to be a Georgian. Last Tuesday was the end of the 2020 Georgia Senate runoff — and an exultant mile marker for progressives across our state. Voters across the state made history not once but twice – First during the Presidential election and yet…
  Jon Ossoff · [email protected]
January 5, 2021 at 6:00 PM

John, I'm asking you directly

  Hey John, I'm reaching out directly today to ask for your help. Right now the GOP's Senate majority gives Mitch McConnell the power to obstruct any and all legislation. A new Voting Rights Act. Police Reform. Investment in clean energy. A public health insurance option. A comprehen…
  Jon Ossoff · [email protected]
January 4, 2021 at 6:00 PM

Here's the bottom line, John

  Here's the bottom line, John: With the Senate, President Biden and Vice President Harris will be able to lead us out of this pandemic and invest in economic recovery. With the Senate, we can strengthen voting rights and pass criminal justice reform. With the Senate, we can protect …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
January 2, 2021 at 1:01 AM

The countdown

  Happy New Year! 2020 was a challenging year for many of our neighbors – but with a new year comes renewed strength and hope for a brighter future. As we move into 2021, please know that I am serving this ministry of public service for YOU, John. Donate $20.21 to help us start the y…
  Raphael Warnock · [email protected]
December 30, 2020 at 3:00 PM

The eyes of the nation are on Georgia.

  Dear John, Right now, the eyes of the nation are on Georgia like never before. In just over a week, our state will determine whether or not Democrats gain a majority in the United States Senate. If Jon Ossoff and I win our runoff races, we will have a Senate that will work with Joe …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
December 30, 2020 at 12:30 AM

Seven Days

I need to ask... The year 2020 has been one of tragedies, fears, and uphill battles. Seven days, John. It is time to pour everything we have into this fight. Today, I’m asking you to help me make one final push to elect Raphael Warnock and John Ossoff to the U.S. Senate. Donate …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
December 29, 2020 at 12:02 AM

The final stretch:

  Dear John, During the course of this year, we’ve seen the powerful impact grassroots donors can make. We won back the White House. We brought the two Georgia Senate elections to a runoff. Now — with Joe Biden poised to take office in just a few weeks — we have the opportunity to cr…
  Jon Ossoff · [email protected]
December 28, 2020 at 1:00 AM

I’ll be honest John; this is a close race

  Dear John, Georgia is on the cusp of change. For the first time in 28 years, a Democratic ticket won our state – now we have a shot at electing two Democratic candidates into the Senate. Raphael Warnock and I are running against two GOP candidates who prioritize lining their pockets…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
December 24, 2020 at 3:13 PM

Thank you for your sacrifice this holiday season.

  Dear John, Holiday traditions are on hold this season as families physically distance themselves to combat coronavirus. This time of year is about giving – and there is no better example of selflessness than to pass up time with loved ones for the health and safety of others. Than…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
December 22, 2020 at 5:43 PM

Leading by example

Georgia remains under the national spotlight as the race to Senate heats up. Dear John, Big things are happening in Georgia this week. Here is what you need to know: The House and Senate have passed our bill to rename the Jimmy Carter National Historic Site the Jimmy Carter National …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
December 18, 2020 at 4:58 PM

John: Final Weeks

Georgia remains under the national spotlight as the race to Senate heats up. Dear John, Big things are happening in Georgia this week. Here is what you need to know: The American people’s voices were heard. On December 14, elected officials from across the 50 states gathered to cast …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
December 11, 2020 at 6:29 PM

John: All eyes on Georgia

Georgia remains under the national spotlight as the race to Senate heats up. Dear John, Georgia remains under the national spotlight as the race to Senate heats up. Here are three things you need to know: Georgia Senate runoff races continue to heat up as election day rapidly approac…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
December 10, 2020 at 12:00 AM

I need your help to prepare for a long haul

I need to ask... The year 2020 has been one of tragedies, fears, and uphill battles. Dear John, The year 2020 has been one of tragedies, fears, and uphill battles. But despite the hardships, we accomplished something incredible in this election. For the first time in many years, we can…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
December 4, 2020 at 10:18 PM

John: January Election Update

If you are not registered to vote, you need to register by this Monday, December 7. Dear John, I hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving and are staying healthy and safe. The critical Senate runoff election is only one month away, and I need to emphasize that the outcome will determine the …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
November 20, 2020 at 11:57 PM

John: November 20 Weekly Update

Coronavirus numbers, Senate relief package, and a key election coming up. Here are three things to know today. Dear John, I want to share some updates with you from Georgia and across the country. Here are three things you need to know: The coronavirus has caused 250,000 American dea…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
November 4, 2020 at 2:15 PM

In gratitude

John, First and foremost, to God be the Glory. I feel incredibly blessed and highly favored that the people of Georgia's Second Congressional District renewed my contract to represent them for another two-year term in the United States House of Representatives. John, First and foremost…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
November 3, 2020 at 11:24 PM

One last message about what is at stake

Final hour: Last-minute expenses like masks, pamphlets, and tanks of gas are adding up. Intense voter outreach is crucial to winning today, but we cannot continue without you. This is it, John – the final hour of Election Day 2020. First priority: If you have not voted, stop reading th…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
November 3, 2020 at 3:10 PM

One last message about what is at stake

Today is the day, John – Election Day 2020. Four years ago, our nation took a step in the wrong direction. But we have an opportunity today to seek justice, repair what can be fixed, and set our future back on the right course. Today is the day, John – Election Day 2020. First priority…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 31, 2020 at 11:37 PM

Down to the wire

We are down to the wire. If we dedicate extreme focus and engagement to these final few days, we have the power to win by a landslide. Dear John, We have reached a critical turning point in the election. Early voting has ended here in Georgia, and tonight is the final end-of-month dea…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 30, 2020 at 8:50 PM

Four days left: October 30 Weekly Briefing

Hurricane Zeta, 2020 election, get-out-the-vote in Cairo and Bainbridge, and four new endorsement videos. Here are five things to know today. Dear John, Four days remain until Election Day. Here are five things you need to know: Hurricane Zeta hit the Gulf Coast this week, causing ma…
  Charonda, Finance Director · [email protected]
October 29, 2020 at 2:35 PM

No holds barred

I just got off the phone with Congressman Bishop and I’m going to tell you what I told him: We don’t have the resources we need to make it to Election Day. Dear John, I just got off the phone with Congressman Bishop and I’m going to tell you what I told him: We don’t have the resources…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 28, 2020 at 5:54 PM

Watch tonight: Forum with Don Cole

Tonight is one of the final opportunities to share our message. I hope you are able to tune in. Dear John, Tonight, please watch me speak in the final candidates’ forum of the election against my opponent Don Cole. The forum will air live at 6:30 PM tonight on YouTube. This forum, gra…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 23, 2020 at 12:17 AM

Coronavirus update: October 22

We have been living with the coronavirus pandemic for over seven months now. This pandemic has demonstrated why we need steady, trustworthy, responsible leaders advocating for our communities in Washington. Dear John, We have been living with the coronavirus pandemic for over seven mon…
  Brent, Sanford Bishop for Congress · [email protected]
October 22, 2020 at 12:03 AM

Need your help to defend health care tonight

Remember the Affordable Care Act? Congressman Sanford Bishop does. Dear John, Remember the Affordable Care Act? The milestone law that helped countless Americans improve their health and access medical care? Congressman Sanford Bishop does. Chip in to defend health care in the House …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 20, 2020 at 4:40 PM

The most consequential election of our lifetime

This news complicates our get-out-the-vote timeline. Our persuasion efforts will only work if people have not yet cast their ballots, so Election Day is every day! Dear John, We are reaching a critical turning point in the election cycle. With only 14 days remaining in the 2020 electi…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 18, 2020 at 9:15 PM

Demand IMMEDIATE voter protections

Voters waited in line for hours, voting machines malfunctioned, mail-in ballots did not arrive, and the threat of COVID-19 forced many to risk their health in order to vote. Dear John, I write to you today about a significant and pressing issue: the right to vote. In June, the Geor…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 16, 2020 at 11:10 PM

John: October 16 Weekly Briefing

A new video, veterans caucus, and important voting information. Here is what you need to know this weekend. Dear John, I want to share some updates with you from my campaign and around the country as Election Day draws nearer. Here are three things you need to know: Next Friday, Octo…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 15, 2020 at 10:15 PM

The issues closest to your heart

The most effective way to promote a landslide victory is to connect with voters on the issues closest to their hearts. I would like to touch base with you: What issues are close to your heart in this election? Dear John, With only 19 days until an election that will shape the future o…
  Sanford Bishop, Tammye (2) · [email protected]
October 14, 2020 at 6:11 PM

hold on... adding John to this conversation

John, We’re just $3,104 away from reaching our weekly fundraising goal, the minimum we would need in order to fully power our get-out-the-vote efforts ahead of the election. My campaign manager Tammye thinks this goal might be too ambitious, but I do not want to cut corners ahead of what might be…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 10, 2020 at 9:11 PM

John: October 10 Weekly Briefing

COVID relief, veterans and military families, and an important call to action. Here is what you need to know. Dear John, I want to share some updates with you from Congress and my campaign for reelection. Here are three things you need to know: Last week, the House of Representatives…
  Sanford Bishop Campaign HQ · [email protected]
October 6, 2020 at 10:11 PM

NEW endorsement announcement:

Congressman Bishop’s long record of voting in favor of animal welfare and preservation of public lands reflects his core beliefs of dignity and compassion for all of Georgia’s creatures. Exciting news, John: Animal Wellness Action has endorsed Sanford Bishop for Congress! Anima…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
October 1, 2020 at 11:14 PM

Gratitude

I want to extend my thanks to all of you who responded to our requests, who contributed in any way that you could, who stood alongside me in my mission to advocate for the people and the country that I love. From the personal desk of Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. Dear John, I …
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
September 30, 2020 at 8:15 PM

Take your protest to the polls (how to multiply your impact)

Today is the day. In 8 hours, the clock runs out on the final day of the quarter to contribute. This is the final filing deadline of the 2020 election. From the personal desk of Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. Dear John, Today is the day. In 8 hours, the clock runs out on the fi…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
September 29, 2020 at 11:19 PM

Double-matching anything you can contribute

Today is your chance to double your impact. I cannot overstate how important this deadline is – and how much of a difference it makes to have your support. Dear John, Today marks only one day until the final FEC deadline of the 2020 election. This is our last chance to put up a strong…
  Brent, Sanford Bishop for Congress · [email protected]
September 28, 2020 at 11:56 PM

09/30/2020 at 11:59 PM

An update on the status of our deadline – I'm not going to sugarcoat it. Reaching this goal is going to be hard. Dear John, I hope you had a great weekend. We have two days left to close the gap before the final end-of-quarter deadline of the campaign, so I wanted to quickly reach out…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
September 25, 2020 at 11:43 PM

John: September 25 Weekly Briefing

I want to share some updates with you from the House of Representatives and my campaign for reelection. Here are three things you need to know: Dear John, I want to share some updates with you from the House of Representatives and my campaign for reelection. Here are three things you n…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
September 23, 2020 at 10:31 PM

Please read this short email, John

Several of you have already received vote-by-mail ballots. With only seven days to meet our goal in September, I am asking you to dig deep if we are going to fight for the future of our democracy. Dear John, We are quickly approaching early voting in Georgia. Several of you have alrea…
  Brent, Team Bishop · [email protected]
September 22, 2020 at 11:15 PM

Impossible choices

We have the power to fix health care – but partisan gridlock is blocking the way. Learn how we will make health care work for all Americans. Dear John, Even in calmer times, health care is a tough topic. Too many of us can’t afford our copays, prescriptions, and insurance premiums. It…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
September 21, 2020 at 6:12 PM

John: September 21 Weekly Update (lots of news)

I want to share some updates with you from Georgia and across the nation. Here are five things you need to know: Dear John, I want to share some updates with you from Georgia and across the nation. Here are five things you need to know: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg …
  Brent (desktop) · [email protected]
September 17, 2020 at 9:41 PM

Sharing my calendar with you, John

I spoke to our finance director, Charonda, who told me what we need to get our get-out-the-vote efforts on track. Dear John, Brent from Team Bishop here – I want to let you in on our campaign calendar. September 30 (two weeks away) is the final end-of-quarter deadline of the electi…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
September 15, 2020 at 10:15 PM

My priorities: Environment and climate change

Win-win solutions to the twin crises of climate change and economic inequality: Conservation and energy efficiency, utilize alternative energy sources, reduce reliance on foreign oil and fossil fuels, and invest in clean energy initiatives that will create jobs in our community. Dear Joh…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
September 13, 2020 at 2:10 PM

This email is about peanuts

Almost a quarter of all peanuts grown in the United States are grown right here in Georgia’s 2nd District. We produce more peanuts than any other district in the country, primarily by family farms that make up the backbone of the rural South. Dear John, Almost a quarter of all peanuts…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
September 9, 2020 at 10:15 PM

First-day priorities

Even from far away, I can feel the dedication and urgency among my colleagues to make real progress for working families. I would like to touch base with you: What are your most important priorities for this legislative session? Dear John, Today, the House of Representatives is conven…
  Brent, Sanford Bishop for Congress · [email protected]
September 4, 2020 at 9:51 PM

September 4 → November 3

In two months, we will face one of the most impactful political events of our lifetimes. We cannot afford a misstep. Voting is the most powerful tool we have, and this campaign will take all of us to get out the vote and ensure a fair election. Dear John, Today is September 4. The gen…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
August 29, 2020 at 11:00 PM

Saturday Edition: August 29 Weekly Update

News from Macon, Cuthbert, and Washington, DC. Here are three things you need to know today: Dear John, I want to share some updates with you from Congress and across the nation. Here are three things you need to know: Following hearings and legislative action by the House of Represe…
  Brent, Sanford Bishop for Congress · [email protected]
August 25, 2020 at 10:48 PM

John, I hope you read this one

It’s my job to keep track of our fundraising numbers and reach out to you when we’re behind. So here’s the situation: Dear John, This is Brent from Sanford Bishop for Congress. It’s my job to keep track of our fundraising numbers and reach out to you when we’re behind. Here’s the situ…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
August 21, 2020 at 10:05 PM

John: August 21 National Update

Postmaster DeJoy. Democratic National Convention. Coronavirus update. Three things you need to know this week: Dear John, I want to share some updates with you from my campaign and across the nation. Here are three things you need to know: Postmaster General Louis DeJoy appeared toda…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
August 20, 2020 at 7:18 PM

Good trouble in the face of voter suppression

The 2020 Democratic presidential ticket represents how far this nation has come – and how far we can go when we come together. It is time to make history. Dear John, We are watching voter suppression occur before our eyes. It is time to make good trouble. The United States Postal S…
  Sanford Bishop · [email protected]
August 19, 2020 at 12:41 AM

Kamala reflects the untold stories of America

The 2020 Democratic presidential ticket represents how far this nation has come – and how far we can go when we come together. It is time to make history. Dear John, Joe Biden has announced that Senator Kamala Harris will be his running mate and selection for future Vice President. …