This is a critical opportunity to shape the narrative around this race.
John,
Not long ago, we made our very first endorsement of the 2026 election cycle:
We’re backing State Senator Robert Peters for Congress in Illinois’ 2nd District.
Robert is a fighter. He’s led on violence prevention, criminal justice reform, and real economic justice in Illinois. And now, he’s stepping up to run for an open seat in Congress — and he’s ready to bring that same progressive fire to Washington.
But here’s the deal: Robert just launched his campaign. He doesn’t have a massive war chest or party machine behind him. What he does have is us — a network of grassroots supporters who believe in the next generation of progressive leaders.
This is a critical opportunity to shape the narrative around this race, John.
If we can show that hundreds, even thousands of people chipped in — even just a buck — it sends a clear message about the strength of this brand new campaign. It will prove that Robert has real momentum and serious grassroots support. That can scare off potential opponents, get the press to take notice, and help him win.
Will you make a $1 donation right now to help Robert Peters and Leaders We Deserve build the kind of grassroots-powered campaign that can’t be ignored?
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It’s not about how much we raise — today, it’s about how many people step up.
If you’ve got more to give, that’s amazing and deeply appreciated. But if everyone reading this email gave just $1, we’d make headlines. Can you contribute now?
Donate $1 »
Let’s get Robert the support he deserves.
Thank you for believing in this movement — and in leaders like Robert.
David Hogg
