Hi John,

It's Gretchen Whitmer.

When I last reached out to you, the 2024 election had just shown us how deeply divided Americans are about our vision for our country. Today, we're seeing health care and basic necessities being ripped away from the people who need it most.

Democrats have a clear to-do list. We need to get organized, we need to get energized, and we need to show up for the people who rely on us to make a real difference in their lives.

And the great news is — when we do that, we win. We just saw powerful Democratic victories in 2025, proving that voters are still ready to stand up for reproductive freedom and support leaders who fight for our fundamental rights.

It's time to take care of business, John, which, in Democratic politics, means one thing — it's time to look to EMILYs List. My friends at EMILYs List have been helping Democratic pro-choice women win elections for 40 years and counting. Their role in changing the face of power in American politics can't be overstated, and I'm proud to be an EMILYs List woman myself. Their work is entirely donor-supported. Will you help power EMILYs List with a donation of any amount today?

Here's what I know for sure: More freedom is better than less. Some rights, like the right to make our own damn decisions about our own damn bodies, are nonnegotiable. And when more women are at the decision-making table, we all do better.

I'm thrilled that in 2026, a record 10 Democratic women governors will be in office — every single one of them an EMILYs List woman. I'm here to tell you firsthand, John: We need more women in charge of our states.

Republicans haven't taken a day off from coming after our fundamental freedoms. So we can’t take a day off either. And coming off strong wins this year, we have real momentum — but only if we keep pushing. Our victories in the 2025 elections can set the tone for midterms in 2026. Taking back power starts right here and right now.

Will you donate to EMILYs List during their End-of-Month drive, John? I know they've got a big goal to hit, and I've seen firsthand what a difference this community can make for women running for office everywhere. Together, we can get this done.

Thanks for stepping up,

Gretchen

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer