Friend, I was just having my coffee when my finance director sent me our latest fundraising numbers. 

I'm not going to lie -- July has been really tough for fundraising.

And here's the thing: Ted Cruz's GOP mega donors are more laser-focused on this race than ever. They're pouring millions into his war chest to make sure Ted continues to protect their interests in the Senate.

Unlike Cruz, I'm running in this race to protect the interests of ALL Texans, not special interest groups. I’m running to defend our fundamental right to vote, improve affordable health care, and build a Texas we can be proud of.

And if folks like you help power this campaign all the way through Election Day, I know we'll have what it takes to stand up to Cruz and his allies.

But I noticed you haven't made a donation yet, and I need to raise $55,000 today to stay on track. So please: Can you give just $20 now to me and Tim Kaine to make sure we can retire Ted Cruz for good? Every dollar you give brings us closer to giving Texans a senator that speaks for us in the Senate – not shady mega donors →