Rick Larsen · [email protected]

October 29, 2021 at 6:25 PM

Build back better: We are going to get this done

Rick Larsen for Congress     After months of work, Democrats in Congress are poised to unite around President Biden's consensus plan to build back better. We are going to get this done because America needs us to get it done. Here is what it means for families across the country…

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October 22, 2021 at 6:51 PM

An election is happening in 11 days. Are you ready?

Rick Larsen for Congress     Amid our build-up to the 2022 midterm election, we cannot forget that local elections are happening now! And it is critical that you make your voice heard by voting today. There are just 11 days until Election Day, and folks can register to vote onl…

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October 19, 2021 at 6:17 PM

Proud to be Endorsed by the Sierra Club

Rick Larsen for Congress     Northwest Washington's natural resources are some of the prides of our nation. We represent the Puget Sound, America's largest estuary, as well as vital species like our orcas and salmon that call those waters home. A healthy environment is vital to…

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September 30, 2021 at 10:59 PM

What will it say? That depends on us.

Rick Larsen for Congress     We do not have much time before the upcoming Federal Election Commission deadline, so let me get right to the point. Your grassroots support is going to be the key to winning in 2022. Democrats have long thrived thanks to diverse coalitions of hard…

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  Team Larsen · [email protected]

September 28, 2021 at 6:34 PM

Where 2022 differs from the last two elections

Rick Larsen for Congress     The harsh political reality is that none of us really knows how the 2022 midterm elections are going to go. Yes, Washingtonians sharply rebuked Donald Trump's disastrous agenda in 2018 and once again in 2020, but that will not stop his allies from k…

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September 27, 2021 at 11:13 PM

It will not happen if they take back the House

Rick Larsen for Congress     Protecting the right to vote, fair wages for workers, investing in our failing infrastructure, addressing climate change and spurring our economy forward should not be controversial or partisan. But here we are. Democrats want to move our country fo…

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September 22, 2021 at 9:15 PM

An update on our efforts to protect women’s reproductive health

Rick Larsen for Congress     The date has been set. The Supreme Court will hear arguments on December 1 that could allow the end of Roe v. Wade as we know it. And since our last update, the Texas near-total abortion ban has emboldened other states to pursue similar action - furthe…

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September 17, 2021 at 4:51 PM

Infrastructure

Rick Larsen for Congress     We have a meaningful chance to create millions of family-wage jobs, rebuild our aging roads, bridges and highways and take big steps forward to save our planet. That is the potential of the infrastructure package currently being debated in Congress.…

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September 14, 2021 at 4:04 PM

Protecting the most crucial tool in our democracy

Rick Larsen for Congress     My colleague John Lewis is deeply missed in Congress, but his life's work and his legacy live on as we do our work to protect the right to vote in America. John was not shy about sharing the challenges that people of color faced simply to gain the r…

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September 11, 2021 at 12:29 AM

Washington must NOT become Texas

Rick Larsen for Congress     We are facing a major battle on reproductive rights. Last week, Texas passed the most restrictive anti-choice bill in the country. Even worse, the Supreme Court, set to consider a repeal of Roe v. Wade this term, refused to step in and uphold the lon…

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August 27, 2021 at 9:47 PM

Yesterday in Afghanistan

Rick Larsen for Congress     Yesterday in Afghanistan, an explosion killed dozens of people — including 13 American servicemembers. The central Asian branch of the Islamic State (ISIS-K) has claimed responsibility. This terrorist attack is as sickening as it is horrific. The Ame…

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August 10, 2021 at 4:50 PM

Without child care, we will not get America back to work

Rick Larsen for Congress     Across the country — including right here in Northwest Washington — most families have started receiving child tax credit payments. This $250 - $300 per child monthly amount is a critical investment in getting our economy back on track. After all, if…

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July 30, 2021 at 5:04 PM

It all comes down to... this:

Rick Larsen for Congress     We should not sugarcoat it. From the resurgent virus to climate-driven wildfires and extreme weather; from the gun violence crisis to the ongoing challenges in our economic recovery, health care, education, racial justice, and civil liberties - this …

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July 29, 2021 at 5:32 PM

You deserve the truth

Rick Larsen for Congress     On January 6th, our democracy came under attack by domestic terrorists, egged on by Donald Trump. Millions of Americans watched it unfold on live television. Numerous media outlets have recreated the timeline, assembling footage from multiple viewpoi…

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July 20, 2021 at 10:45 PM

The communities and people helped by our Rescue Plan

Rick Larsen for Congress     Last year, we organized, mobilized and voted in record numbers. We did this, in part, because we needed real leadership and solutions to address the pandemic. The American Rescue Plan is one of the major successes of our historic turnout in the last…

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June 30, 2021 at 8:50 PM

Set goal, break goal, repeat! [I need your help.]

Rick Larsen for Congress     It all comes down to this question. Will Democrats fight the tide of history and retain — and expand — our majority in the first midterm election of a Democratic president? And that comes down to this question: How hard are we willing to dig deep, or…

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June 28, 2021 at 6:42 PM

Sign the petition: The 🌎 is on 🔥. We must act.

Rick Larsen for Congress     I hope that you and your loved ones are staying safe and cool today. Check in with your family and friends and make sure they can get to a cool place if they are too warm. Cooling centers, shopping malls, and public libraries are great places to cool o…

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  Delaney Hewitt · [email protected]

June 25, 2021 at 4:48 PM

What Rick said: We need you in this fight.

Rick Larsen for Congress     Rick is right: we cannot take this election for granted. In spite of all of our hard work over the last few years, it all could be undone if Republicans win just five seats in 2022. And I'll be blunt: That fight may be coming right here to Northwest W…

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  Rick Larsen · [email protected]

June 24, 2021 at 6:12 PM

What happens if they finish the job

Rick Larsen for Congress     The upcoming election is perhaps the most uncertain one we have seen in years. Not only will we be facing a midterm after electing a Democratic president (which, historically, means the party in power loses seats in Congress), but new district lines…

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June 20, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Helping our wounded warriors recover -- and start families.

Rick Larsen for Congress     When a military service member is wounded in the line of duty, they often face unimaginable struggles to get back a sense of normalcy. Whether that is physical recovery from injuries, or the emotional trauma of being wounded, we owe it to our women …

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June 17, 2021 at 5:39 PM

The attacks on our democracy have to stop

Rick Larsen for Congress     It has been a year since we lost civil rights legend and U.S. Representative John Lewis. During my time in Congress, John Lewis was always someone I looked to as a guiding light. His moral compass? Always true. His work ethic? Unrivaled. Serving with h…

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June 8, 2021 at 4:38 PM

🌎 🌊 Sign this petition to protect ocean health and fight climate change

Rick Larsen for Congress     The ocean. We know that life on this planet would not exist without the ocean. We also know that the ocean is critical to the very functioning of our economy and our communities. After all, over four in ten Americans live in our coastal estuary region…

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May 28, 2021 at 8:17 PM

BREAKING NEWS: January 6th Commission Blocked

Rick Larsen for Congress     Just a few minutes ago, the U.S. Senate failed to approve a bipartisan commission to investigate the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6th. The vote was 54 to 35. But even though a bipartisan majority — including six Republicans — voted in …

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May 27, 2021 at 11:18 PM

We can rebuild our nation’s infrastructure AND fight climate change

Rick Larsen for Congress     I believe we can rebuild our nation's infrastructure and fight climate change. In fact, investing in our nation's infrastructure is essential to finally addressing our climate crisis. Leading environmental organizations have called the plan before Cong…

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May 24, 2021 at 9:30 PM

Sign the petition: We must investigate January 6th

Rick Larsen for Congress     On January 6th, a violent mob breached the security perimeter of the U.S. Capitol, stormed the building, and attempted to stop the peaceful transfer of power in our democracy. we must never forget what happened on January 6, 2021. Millions of Americans…

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May 18, 2021 at 6:01 PM

One verdict is not justice. It is time to act!

Rick Larsen for Congress     Earlier this year, I wrote to you about my support for the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. That was before the verdict. The guilty verdict in this case is an important step toward accountability and justice, but a single verdict is not justice. J…

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May 4, 2021 at 5:00 PM

We can make U.S. aviation greener and cleaner

Rick Larsen for Congress     I am thinking about the big challenge we have ahead of us when it comes to climate change. Transportation is the single largest contributor to the carbon pollution that is causing our climate crisis. And air travel is a big part of that — nine perce…

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April 30, 2021 at 5:09 PM

There are only 218 Democrats in the House. Not a single vote to spare.

Rick Larsen for Congress     I know the weekend is coming up, but I want to check in real quick. On Wednesday night, President Biden made the stakes clear: We are making big progress in this country, but if we do not organize now — prepare now — we are at risk of losing it all in t…

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April 29, 2021 at 6:45 PM

We have a fight on our hands and I need your help.

Rick Larsen for Congress     Last night, President Biden made it clear: America is on the way back. In fits and starts, we are slowly making progress on defeating the pandemic. 43% of all Americans have gotten at least their first shot, and millions more every day. Small busines…

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  Delaney Hewitt, Team Larsen · [email protected]

April 28, 2021 at 4:05 PM

TODAY: Please join Rick on Zoom before the President’s speech

Rick Larsen for Congress     Tonight, President Joe Biden will address the nation before a joint session of Congress to discuss his first 100 days in office and his forward-looking agenda. You are invited to join Congressman Larsen for a conversation on Zoom immediately prior t…

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April 22, 2021 at 1:20 AM

You’re invited: Join Rick on Zoom before the President’s speech

Rick Larsen for Congress     Next Wednesday, President Joe Biden will address the nation before a joint session of Congress to discuss his first 100 days in office and his forward-looking agenda. You are invited to join Congressman Larsen for a conversation on Zoom immediately …

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April 9, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Rebuild America. Create Jobs. Fight Climate Change.

Rick Larsen for Congress     America’s roads and bridges are crumbling.  Our airports and seaports are decaying.  Our gridlocked transportation systems generate air pollution.  In too many places in America, broadband internet is out of reach. Here is the good news. President Bid…

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  Delaney Hewitt · [email protected]

March 31, 2021 at 8:38 PM

introducing myself

Rick Larsen for Congress     Hi! I'm Delaney, the newest member of Team Larsen. I may be new, but I'm already busy building up to the first critical fundraising deadline of 2021. I joined Team Larsen because I'm passionate about our local communities and believe in the work Rick has do…

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  Rick Larsen · [email protected]

March 30, 2021 at 4:18 PM

That is not how we do things around here

Rick Larsen for Congress     As I mentioned the other day, powerful and wealthy special interests are going to spend piles and piles of money to try and take back Congress in the midterm elections. One thing I want to be clear about: we must get dark, undisclosed money out of our poli…

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March 26, 2021 at 10:50 PM

History is on their side. But together, we will overcome.

Rick Larsen for Congress     There is no sugar-coating the hard truth: if we do not keep working, all our electoral victories last year — and all we will accomplish legislatively this year — could be lost if we do not win the midterm elections next year. So please donate $3 today, ahe…

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March 22, 2021 at 10:18 PM

Justice in policing

Rick Larsen for Congress     For so many of us, we were raised on the basic notion that the police exist to protect and serve, to keep our communities safe. While it is undoubtedly critical to have strong, accountable police departments across Northwest Washington and America, for far…

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March 19, 2021 at 9:20 PM

Can you see the sun breaking through the clouds?

Rick Larsen for Congress     Here in Northwest Washington, winter is ending and spring is almost here. The rain clouds come and go, and we have these beautiful sunny days that surprise and delight. Green shoots are starting to come up, promising beautiful flowers in the months ahead. …

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February 26, 2021 at 1:18 AM

100% League of Conservation Voters 2020 Scorecard!

Rick Larsen for Congress     For four years, Donald Trump and his allies engaged in unrelenting attacks on our environment and denied that climate change is real. They worked to gut the Environmental Protection Agency, open up the Arctic refuge to drilling, and prioritized their big oi…

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February 23, 2021 at 9:18 PM

Survey results (and our Congressional agenda)

Rick Larsen for Congress     A few weeks ago, I asked for your opinion on the three most critical issues facing our country — understanding the number one priority for all of us is ending this devastating pandemic and the economic hardship it has created. And while there were hundreds…

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February 9, 2021 at 11:21 PM

SURVEY (just one question!)

Rick Larsen for Congress     For the first time in a long time, I feel hopeful. With Joe Biden in the White House, we are taking action on so many important fronts: climate change, foreign policy, national security and immigration to name a few. But our number one priority remains endin…

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  Team Larsen · [email protected]

February 1, 2021 at 12:03 AM

A message from Rick

Rick Larsen for Congress     I want to ensure you saw Rick’s message below from earlier this week. We have so much work to do to get things moving back in the right direction.  The far-right SuperPACs and Trump allies are as committed as ever to taking back the House.  They want 2022 to …

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January 28, 2021 at 7:37 PM

We do not have any time to waste

Rick Larsen for Congress     The chaos of the last four years begs for a course correction. We must restore our democracy, take on climate change, reinvest in our infrastructure, end this pandemic, and support families, small businesses, and communities trying to get back on their feet…

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January 20, 2021 at 6:12 PM

President Biden. Vice President Harris.

Rick Larsen for Congress     We have a new president. We have a new vice president. Democracy has prevailed. We are turning the page on the chaos and crisis that came from the White House every single day for the last four years. Now, it is time to get to work. We have a lot to do.…

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January 11, 2021 at 5:57 PM

I am prepared to impeach Donald Trump. [Add your name to support.]

Rick Larsen for Congress     Donald Trump has failed our nation and the American people. He has undermined our democracy and fomented an insurrection. He is a clear and present danger to the national security of the United States. Last week, I called on Vice President Mike Pence and t…

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January 7, 2021 at 10:21 PM

What happened yesterday (and what needs to be done)

Rick Larsen for Congress     After yesterday's events in our nation's capital, I want you to hear directly from me. Let me say it as plainly as I can: the attack on the Capitol building was an assault on our democracy perpetrated by domestic terrorists. If this happened in any other co…

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January 5, 2021 at 11:41 PM

We won't let them steal our democracy. We will fight back.

Rick Larsen for Congress     Donald Trump and his allies are attempting to overturn the results of November's free and fair presidential election. More than half of the Republicans in the House, along with a dozen members of the Senate, have joined this undemocratic effort to overtur…

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December 10, 2020 at 11:54 PM

Fighting every day for COVID relief for you and your family

Rick Larsen for Congress     This has been a hard year. Our neighbors in Northwest Washington and those around the nation are hurting due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. I won't stop pushing in Congress until you and your family get the help you need. People are getting sick. W…

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November 4, 2020 at 5:02 AM

Thank you for your support

Rick Larsen for Congress     Tonight's initial vote count is heartening. I am grateful for the support our campaign has received throughout the 2nd District. These results are a positive showing for our campaign, and we anticipate this outcome holding as every vote is counted. It is a…

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November 2, 2020 at 6:53 PM

Turn in your ballot

Rick Larsen for Congress     Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to return your ballot. Visit VoteWA.gov to find a ballot drop box in your neighborhood. Drop boxes are open until 8 p.m. on Election Day. Voters are turning out in a big way. Nearly 68% of Washington state voters have returned thei…

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  Janet St. Clair · [email protected]

October 31, 2020 at 4:20 PM

ICYMI: Whidbey News-Times endorses Rick

Rick Larsen for Congress     In case you missed it, the Whidbey News-Times endorsed Rick Larsen for re-election earlier this week. Here's what they said: "Larsen has done a good job of representing the diverse views in his district. We believe he has earned another term in office." — …

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