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  Bri Sauer · [email protected]
November 10, 2019 at 9:28 PM

We're a little behind

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     We’ve had a slow start and we’re falling behind on our November fundraising goal. Gretchen has fought nonstop to build a pathway of opportunity for every Michigander, but if we want to keep her fight going strong -- we have to go all-in to flip Mic…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
November 9, 2019 at 3:25 PM

Betsy DeVos' super PAC is launching attacks on Gretchen (!)

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     First, Gretchen proposed a historic, 10 year investment to finally fix the damn roads. Then, Republicans came back with a counter proposal that would have only fixed 39 miles of freeway in need of repair. Now, Betsy DeVos’ radical right-wing group …
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
November 7, 2019 at 4:43 PM

Women's health care is under attack [we need you to weigh in]

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan State legislatures across the country are passing measures to limit -- and outright ban -- women’s access to safe and legal abortion. Lansing Republicans are waging their own assault on women’s rights, passing bills that would prohibit women from accessin…
  Bri Sauer · [email protected]
November 6, 2019 at 4:24 PM

What a year

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan Team -- Last year we built a movement to put Michigan on a brighter path forward. We organized our communities to knock tens of thousands of doors and make hundreds of thousands of phone calls to elect Gretchen -- because we knew she would fight to protec…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
November 4, 2019 at 3:39 PM

What's next, John?

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     John -- It’s been an honor to fight for Michigan’s future with you this year. I want to hear your thoughts on what we’ve accomplished and where we go next. Can you take a moment to share the issues that matter most to you and your family with me? -…
  Very Spooky Boy Kevin Whitmer · [email protected]
October 31, 2019 at 5:04 PM

I’m choosing treats every time 👻

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan Hi, friends! Kevin here. When they ask me ‘trick or treat’ - I know my answer every time. And when they ask what spooks me: I don’t say ghouls or ghosts. Because there are some even scarier things happening in politics right now...- - - - - - - - - - - - …
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
October 30, 2019 at 3:04 PM

A victory for Detroit students

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     Access to an affordable higher education makes our state stronger. That’s why earlier this year, I announced a statewide goal for 60 percent of Michiganders to have a postsecondary degree or certificate by 2030. Wayne State University just took a h…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
October 28, 2019 at 4:19 PM

Gretchen's mission for clean energy

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     Michigan is rapidly pushing for cleaner energy. To help, Gretchen launched a new initiative -- MI Power Grid -- to educate utility customers and stakeholders on new clean energy technologies and the benefits of updating power grids for cleaner, rel…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
October 26, 2019 at 7:04 PM

A huge moment for Michigan workers [ANNOUNCEMENT]

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganHardworking Michiganders deserve fair wages. That's why I've taken historic action to expand the right to overtime pay for nearly 200,000 Michigan workers.     When I was growing up, hard work meant something. We respected the 40-hour work week, and whe…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
October 24, 2019 at 5:52 PM

All roads to the White House run through Michigan

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan That’s why the University of Michigan was selected to host a presidential debate just one month before the 2020 election — and why national Republicans are spending millions of dollars to keep Michigan red. So we’re starting now to build the boots on the …
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
October 22, 2019 at 5:19 PM

That was a major comeback

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     Talk about a comeback: Our team was scrambling last week to meet our fundraising goal, and the odds weren’t looking good. But our public fundraising deadline just passed, and we hit our goal out of the park -- thanks to you! This people-powered mov…
  Gretchen (personal) · [email protected]
October 20, 2019 at 9:07 PM

This is our chance to decide what happens in Michigan

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan I just got off the phone with my team and we’re still $2,785 short of meeting our goal before our fundraising numbers go public. We have until midnight -- will you make a donation ahead of the deadline? I know you’ve probably received a lot of emails from…
  Gretchen · [email protected]
October 19, 2019 at 6:28 PM

John -- I'm asking you personally

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     In just one day, we need to file our campaign finance reports with the state of Michigan. That means the amount of money we’ve raised is made public for the pundits -- and our critics -- to pick apart. I want this report to send a message. And I wa…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
October 17, 2019 at 4:52 PM

There's a lot at stake

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     Our state is at its best when we all pitch in to build a better future. Last year we worked together to build a movement fighting for equal opportunity for all Michiganders -- but we still have work to do.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
October 16, 2019 at 6:06 PM

TONIGHT only:

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganJohn -- Gretchen is working nonstop to improve our public schools, protect our health care, and create a workforce for the future. That's why we're reaching out John: We     John -- Gretchen is working nonstop to improve our public schools, protec…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
October 15, 2019 at 2:19 PM

We need your help to break through the rightwing noise

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganDonald Trump and national Republicans are laser-focused on winning Michigan. Michigan is a battleground for reelecting Trump in 2020 and they're already pouring money into our elections. Last week the     John -- Donald Trump and national Republi…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
October 13, 2019 at 10:03 PM

Progress that matters

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganI don't go looking for a fight, but I've never backed down from one. Michiganders could once count on strong communities, good-paying jobs, and quality public schools from the UP all the way down to D Below is a longer, personal note about why our f…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
October 10, 2019 at 8:52 PM

Weigh in: Do you support Michigan's public schools?

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganGretchen believes every child deserves a quality public education. But before she served as Trump's Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos was using Michigan as her own personal playground to undermine     Gretchen believes every child deserves a quality p…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
October 8, 2019 at 5:19 PM

The Governor needs to hear from you on this critical health care issue

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganWhen Gretchen was Michigan's Senate Democratic Leader, she guided our state's Medicaid expansion program, Healthy Michigan, into law. And it's been a HUGE success -- providing more Michiganders with c     When Gretchen was Michigan’s Senate Democratic L…
  Gretchen · [email protected]
October 6, 2019 at 9:19 PM

Clean water is a right

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganThe Trump Administration is repealing the Clean Water Rule -- a key protection that limits pollution in our waterways. At a time when so many Americans are living with unsafe drinking water, now is no     The Trump Administration is repealing the Clean …
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
October 3, 2019 at 4:17 PM

Who is in the driver's seat?

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganLet's talk about who is really in the driver's seat moving Michigan forward. Our progress is driven by the hope and determination of Michiganders who believe in our state's potential no matter the odd     John, Let’s talk about who is really in t…
  Bri Sauer · [email protected]
September 29, 2019 at 7:19 PM

I have to meet with Gretchen soon...

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganJohn -- It's my job to make sure that Gretchen Whitmer's grassroots operation and re-election campaign meets the fundraising goals needed to pass her ambitious agenda, to make sure Mi     John -- It’s my job to make sure that Gretchen Whitmer’s gr…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
September 29, 2019 at 12:20 PM

Let's flip the script

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganNational Republicans know that the pathway to the White House runs through Michigan. Next year, they'll spend an unprecedented amount in attack ads, dark money mailers, and strategic organizing to ens     National Republicans know that the pathway…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
September 28, 2019 at 5:20 PM

Auto-Reply: Michigan GOP Out of Office

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganGretchen introduced her budget 207 days ago and is still waiting for Michigan Republicans to propose a budget that works for Michigan's families and future.     Gretchen introduced her budget 207 days ago and is still waiting for Michigan Republic…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
September 27, 2019 at 10:16 PM

We have a vision

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganWe have a vision for moving Michigan forward, but we need a state legislature that's focused on results.     John -- We have a vision for moving Michigan forward, but we need a state legislature that’s focused on results. We can:✓ Fully fund pub…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
September 25, 2019 at 8:52 PM

Their plan is literally gravel roads

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganThe Republicans must have been practicing their stand-up this past weekend on Mackinac Island, because their transportation budget is a joke.     The Republicans must have been practicing their stand-up this past weekend on Mackinac Island, becaus…
  Gretchen · [email protected]
September 23, 2019 at 10:27 PM

No budget for partisan games

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganWe have less than a week to pass a budget for Michigan, and the Republicans in Lansing are playing games. After taking a two-month vacation, they're trying to drag out the budget process as long as po We have less than a week to pass a budget for Michigan,…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
September 20, 2019 at 2:39 PM

They want to keep rigging the vote

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganIn our democracy, voters should choose the people that represent them, not the other way around. But that's not how it always works. In our democracy, voters should choose the people that represent them, not the other way around. But that’s not how it alwa…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
September 19, 2019 at 5:03 PM

We just realized

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganThis fight is tough. Democrats are pushing to pass a budget that works for Michigan's future and families, funds education equitably, and cleans up our drinking water. John, This fight is tough. Democrats are pushing to pass a budget that works for…
  Very Good Boy Kevin Whitmer · [email protected]
September 18, 2019 at 3:39 PM

It's looking ruff, John

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganJohn, It's me -- Kevin. You probably know me best from my mom, Gretchen. That's us     John, It’s me -- Kevin. You probably know me best from my mom, Gretchen. That’s us ↓ Listen, I know the drill: Less time spent fundraising means extra play …
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
September 17, 2019 at 9:32 PM

I stand with striking GM workers

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganJohn, I believe in a Michigan where every adult can get a good job, with a high wage, and have access to quality, affordable health care. John, I believe in a Michigan where every adult can get a good job, with a high wage, and have access to quality, aff…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
September 14, 2019 at 5:43 PM

What are your thoughts on these attacks on women's fundamental rights John?

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganThere's no room for politics in medical decisions made between a woman and her doctor. But that's not stopping Trump. Do you support his attacks on reproductive health care? John -- There’s no room for politics in medical decisions made between a woman an…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
September 13, 2019 at 1:32 PM

Did you watch John?

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganDid you watch the third Democratic presidential debate last night? We did. And we heard a few things that we think Michiganders were waiting for.     John, Did you watch the third Democratic presidential debate last night? We did. And we heard a…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
September 9, 2019 at 10:08 PM

Trump's latest cruelty to vulnerable Michiganders

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganDonald Trump wants to make it harder for the most vulnerable Michiganders to feed themselves and their children. Across the country, 3.1 million people would be hungrier thanks to President Trump. Donald Trump wants to make it harder for the most vulnerabl…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
September 6, 2019 at 3:19 PM

We can't let students be held hostage to politics

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganThe students of Michigan need action now, but don't take our word for it. Here's what three Superintendents said about Michigan's budget crisis: >>> "[T]he reality [is] that every single school admini     John, the Republican Michigan state leg…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
September 2, 2019 at 1:39 PM

From my family to yours

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganI wanted to reach out from my family to yours to wish you a Happy Labor Day.     Whether you’re hanging out on the shores of our Great Lakes or in the backyard grilling burgers and drinking delicious Michigan beer, I wanted to reach out from my fa…
  Gretchen's iPhone · [email protected]
August 31, 2019 at 7:52 PM

Sorry to bother you

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganI know it's the weekend, but I need to ask for a favor. I know it’s the weekend, but I need to ask for a favor. I’ll be honest: our August fundraising numbers have been slower than we’d have liked. But over the last 48 hours, we’ve really seen it p…
  Team Whitmer · [email protected]
August 30, 2019 at 12:43 PM

Will you answer Gretchen's call to action?

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganGretchen is painting a clear vision for how we move Michigan forward. John -- Gretchen is painting a clear vision for how we move Michigan forward: ✓ Gretchen has introduced a budget to fund our schools, clean up our drinking water, and finally fix …
  Bri Sauer · [email protected]
August 29, 2019 at 3:28 PM

Not going to lie, August was bad

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganI work in Gretchen Whitmer's fundraising department, and we've never fallen short of a fundraising goal.     John -- I work in Gretchen Whitmer’s fundraising department. I’ve been here since the 2018 campaign, where I worked to help raise the res…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
August 28, 2019 at 2:20 PM

do you support the Republican attacks on a woman's right to choose?

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     John, the Republican Michigan state legislature has moved forward with extremely restrictive laws regarding women’s health care. This is not unique to Michigan – 30 states are pushing forward with measures to restrict access to reproductive health …
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
August 27, 2019 at 8:53 PM

we need to talk about opioids

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganToo many Michigan families have been hurt by the opioid crisis and have had to grapple with the plague of addiction. That's why it's time to act NOW. Detroit News: "Whitmer announces funding plan. Too many Michigan families have been hurt by the opioid cri…
  BIRTHDAY CARD via GretchenWhitmer.Com · [email protected]
August 23, 2019 at 2:32 PM

It's Gretchen's birthday TODAY

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganJohn -- today is Gretchen's birthday -- but don't tell her that we're getting ready to surprise her at the party this evening! John -- today is Gretchen’s birthday -- but don’t tell her that we’re getting ready to surprise her at the party this evening! W…
  Sherry and Sydney, Team Whitmer · [email protected]
August 22, 2019 at 6:03 PM

Don't tell our mom

Gretchen Whitmer for MichiganWe're reaching out because we know you're a big supporter of our mom -- Gretchen Whitmer. Well, tomorrow is her birthday! Hey John, We’re reaching out because we know you’re a big supporter of our mom -- Gretchen Whitmer. Well, tomorrow is her birthday!  …
  Whitmer Home Photos · [email protected]
August 20, 2019 at 3:05 PM

there are cute puppy pictures in this email [seriously →]

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan The governor with the newest member of Michigan's First Family! Meet Kevin! Okay, but now that you opened this email, Gretchen Whitmer is working overtime to pass a budget to bring real change for Michigan families -- And she’s doing everything she can to…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
August 18, 2019 at 2:05 PM

It's time for action John -- Do you agree?

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan I’ve traveled to every single county in our state to hear about the issues that matter most to people and the concerns that keep them up at night.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
August 15, 2019 at 3:39 PM

I AM asking for money, but here's why

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     We are fighting for a new Michigan budget to clean up our drinking water, invest in our public schools, repeal the retirement tax, and yes, finally fix the damn roads. But to make this happen we need to keep up the momentum. - - - - - - - - - - - -…
  Gretchen (personal) · [email protected]
August 14, 2019 at 9:19 PM

Please share your priorities with me John

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan It looks like you haven't completed our survey, yet. Don't worry, it's not too late. So I'm asking, will you take a couple of minutes to share your priorities with me. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -…
  Gretchen Whitmer · [email protected]
August 12, 2019 at 8:07 PM

What should I tell our Democratic nominee for president?

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     John -- We all know the road to the White House runs through Michigan. That means that all the Democrats running for president are coming here to campaign. And they’re asking for my advice... - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - …
  SIGN THE CARD · [email protected]
August 9, 2019 at 3:19 PM

It's almost Gretchen's birthday

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan John -- don’t tell Gretchen, but we are getting ready to surprise her when she has her birthday later this month! We need 10,000 signers all across the country to surprise Gretchen for her birthday: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - …
  READ THIS → GretchenWhitmer.Com · [email protected]
August 7, 2019 at 10:17 PM

A Republican threatened the Pride flag -- this was Gretchen's response:

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan     Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is NOT backing down in the face of anti-LGBTQ bigotry: Gretchen Whitmer has made it clear: Michigan is no place for hate. She’s taken executive action to end anti-LGBTQ discrimination for state workers. - - - - - …