Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

May 5, 2022 at 10:47 PM

how to make an impact

If we work together, I know we can accomplish anything.     John, This week, I’m attending meetings in DC and having frank conversations about how we can make the biggest impact in November. And of course, our budget is a large part of these discussions. The money we raise fro…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

May 4, 2022 at 11:48 PM

I’m not going to sugar-coat it

I joined protestors at the Supreme Court last night, and the anger and fear were palpable.   John, I’m in Washington, DC this week, and I’m not going to sugar-coat it: while the news about the end of Roe v. Wade has galvanized our party, a lot of Democrats are very pessimistic about our c…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

May 3, 2022 at 10:01 PM

pissed off

We are forced to carry on a fight that should have been settled long ago.   John, We knew this was coming, yet it’s still shocking. Last night, Politico published a leaked document revealing that the Republican-controlled Supreme Court has already voted to overturn Roe v. Wade…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

April 30, 2022 at 11:03 PM

a short email

Democrats won’t win in November unless we build a strong foundation now.     John—I’ll keep this short. I’m reaching out one more time to ask you to contribute any amount to make sure we hit our April fundraising goal. Right now, we’re just $868 short. Democrats won’t win in No…

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  This will be quick · [email protected]

April 30, 2022 at 12:01 PM

thanks in advance

We need your support to fuel our efforts.   John—First off, thanks for opening this email on a Saturday. Here at BACKROADS, we are keeping an eye on our April fundraising numbers today. According to our math, we’re just $7,037 short of our goal. Can you quickly give any amount …

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  Tedra · [email protected]

April 29, 2022 at 10:50 PM

I’m begging you (please)

I am getting nervous.   I’m sorry to bother you but tomorrow, we are up against our April fundraising deadline. That’s why I’m urgently asking for your support to make sure we hit our goal. Can you quickly pitch in right now? CONTRIBUTE I am getting nervous that …

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  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]

April 28, 2022 at 8:49 PM

RNC coming out on top

Republicans only need to flip FIVE seats to take back the majority next year.   Republican National Committee tops Democratic rival in first quarter fundraising This is urgent, John. Republicans only need to flip FIVE seats to take back the majority next year…

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  🚨 Save Democracy 🚨 · [email protected]

April 27, 2022 at 2:56 PM

Our partners at the Lincoln Project are right:

This is a dire warning. We MUST defeat the GOP and protect the Democratic House majority.     John, Our partners at the Lincoln Project have a dire warning: DEFEAT THE GOP The Lincoln Project is right. We MUST defeat the GOP and protect the Democratic House ma…

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  Tedra · [email protected]

April 26, 2022 at 12:24 PM

I’ll be blunt:

It is so important that we have the resources to support rural Democrats and defeat extreme Republicans.   John, Before your day gets too busy, can you make a contribution to BACKROADS PAC? We are just 53 contributions short of our goal. I hate to ask so bluntly, but it is so important t…

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  Tedra · [email protected]

April 25, 2022 at 8:45 PM

in five days—

I’d hate to fall short of our goal as Republicans gain steam across the country.   John, Our April deadline is just five days away and we are falling short of our goal. Will you chip in $5 or more to get us back on track? I'LL GIVE $5 I'LL GIVE MORE! …

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  We Need to Prepare · [email protected]

April 24, 2022 at 7:47 PM

this is next week →

Will you take a moment to pitch in any amount.   Next week, we’re up against our monthly fundraising deadline, and right now, we’re falling short of our goal. Will you take a moment to pitch in any amount to support our efforts to elect rural Democrats ASAP? …

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  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]

April 23, 2022 at 10:01 PM

this is NOT what we wanted to see:

Republicans are aggressively catching up.   John, This is NOT what we wanted to see after FEC reports went public: FIGHT BACK Grassroots donors have fueled Democratic success for years, but Republicans are aggressively catching up. Remember how motivated we w…

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  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]

April 22, 2022 at 5:50 PM

not the news we wanted to send

If we don’t raise enough, we will have to make cuts to our budget.   John, Sorry to bother you but this is urgent. We were looking over the numbers and it looks like we are not on track to hit our April projections. To make up the gap, we are setting a goal to hit 200 contrib…

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  Here’s · [email protected]

April 22, 2022 at 12:14 AM

Elizabeth Warren gets it

Senator Elizabeth Warren knows what Democrats need to do.   John, The midterm elections are in just 200 days and it’s clear Democrats need to put in the work to stop Republicans from taking back the House. Senator Elizabeth Warren knows what Democrats need to do: Do yo…

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  Save Democracy · [email protected]

April 20, 2022 at 7:34 PM

The Lincoln Project is right:

This is a dire warning. We MUST defeat the GOP and protect the Democratic House majority.     John, Our partners at the Lincoln Project have a dire warning: DEFEAT THE GOP The Lincoln Project is right. We MUST defeat the GOP and protect the Democratic House ma…

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  We are Worried · [email protected]

April 19, 2022 at 10:16 PM

2020 was just the beginning for the GOP

We need to do everything we can to defeat extreme Republicans.   John, On January 6, 2021, the MAGA mob came perilously close to overturning the results of our election. Now, there are fears that next time we won’t be so lucky. Lawmakers worry 2020 will provide a bl…

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  Tedra · [email protected]

April 18, 2022 at 9:31 PM

not where we need to be

Please, contribute anything you can before midnight.   John, It’s hard to believe, but April is more than half-way over and we are falling dramatically short of our monthly goal. Will you contribute any amount before midnight to get us back on track? Abortion rights, voting rights, LGBTQ…

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  The Truth: · [email protected]

April 14, 2022 at 6:17 PM

The Lincoln Project is right on this →

Republicans are raising record amounts of campaign cash.   John, Our partners at the Lincoln Project are 100% right: I'M READY TO FIGHT! Republicans are raising record amounts of campaign cash to take back the House and set the stage for a 2024 Trump come-bac…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

April 13, 2022 at 9:16 PM

under attack:

Let's send a message that we are more united than ever to stop the GOP.   John, Do you need a reminder about what’s at stake if Democrats lose in November? If Republicans win… The January 6 commission gets shut down. Voting rights will be rolled back. Abortion rights will be u…

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  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]

April 12, 2022 at 11:55 PM

Should MTG pay the consequences?

Take our one-click poll now.   SHOULD MTG GET BOOTED FROM THE BALLOT? YES NO John, It seems like Marjorie Taylor Greene might finally pay the price for being complicit in Donald Trump’s insurrection. The Constitution states that no memb…

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  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]

April 10, 2022 at 1:03 PM

Lincoln Project: Defeat the GOP, save democracy

We MUST defeat the GOP and protect the Democratic House majority.   John, Our partners at the Lincoln Project have a dire warning: DEFEAT THE GOP The Lincoln Project is right. We MUST defeat the GOP and protect the Democratic House majority in November. But i…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

April 8, 2022 at 7:06 PM

this is NOT okay

Stop the GOP from endangering LGBTQ+ Americans.   John, This year, the GOP has filed more than 200 bills nationwide targeting LGBTQ+ protections—by far the highest number in recent history. We can no longer take these protections for granted. We must mobilize now to stop the G…

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  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]

April 7, 2022 at 5:38 PM

Participate in our focus group

Today we want to hear from you.   John, With Republicans threatening to take back Congress in November, Democrats need to get it together—and fast. Experts are concerned that Democrats are losing the battle to get their message out, and approval ratings are low, even though D…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

April 4, 2022 at 11:06 PM

we’re not prepared for this

Polls show most Democrats aren’t motivated enough to stop Republicans.   John, I just saw an article that stopped me in my tracks: “Poll shows declining Dem, rising GOP midterm motivation.” This is NOT good. Republicans are hellbent on taking back the House and destroying our …

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  Tedra · [email protected]

March 31, 2022 at 10:20 PM

for the last time:

We recently announced a partnership with the Lincoln Project   Sorry to bother you, John, but I really need a moment of your time. BACKROADS PAC is falling short of our first FEC fundraising goal of 2022, and our deadline is just hours away. To ensure we get back on track, I hope you wil…

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  Tedra C. · [email protected]

March 31, 2022 at 10:45 AM

sorry —

BACKROADS PAC is falling short of our first FEC fundraising goal of 2022.   Sorry to bother you so early, John, but I really need your attention. BACKROADS PAC is falling short of our first FEC fundraising goal of 2022, and to ensure we get back on track, I hope you will contribute whatev…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 30, 2022 at 7:31 PM

please open immediately

If Democrats lose the House majority, it would be a disaster.   John, Tomorrow is our first FEC fundraising deadline of the election year, and we are falling dramatically short of our goal. If we don’t make up ground, we won’t be able to fund our crucial programs to defend the …

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 29, 2022 at 9:41 PM

In two days:

If everyone who opens this email gives even $2, we will exceed our goal.   John, I will be totally honest about why I’m emailing you today: Right now, BACKROADS PAC is falling short of our first FEC goal of 2022 and the deadline is just 2 days away. Can you contribute $2 or mor…

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  Tedra · [email protected]

March 28, 2022 at 11:34 PM

Lincoln Project: we’re on the edge

Republican extremism is on the rise.   John, Our partners at the Lincoln Project are telling it like it is once again: FIGHT BACK We are proud of our partnership with the Lincoln Project because we both agree that our democracy is on the line, and this Novemb…

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  BACKROADS PAC · [email protected]

March 27, 2022 at 9:24 PM

Tedra Talks w/ the Lincoln Project 👩‍💻

We’re so excited about partnering with the Lincoln Project.   John, Our founder, Tedra Cobb, recently joined the Lincoln Project to launch a joint effort: The Union. She went on Lincoln Project TV to discuss the importance of engaging rural Democrats in the fight to save our de…

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  Tedra · [email protected]

March 25, 2022 at 11:16 PM

Before the weekend...

we’re working with the Lincoln Project.   John, I know I send you a lot of emails, but I promise I wouldn’t do it if it weren’t important. The fact is, BACKROADS PAC is entirely funded by folks like you. This week, we formally partnered with the Lincoln Project to mobilize vot…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 24, 2022 at 12:50 PM

A message from The Lincoln Project

BACKROADS is partnering with the Lincoln Project to mobilize tens of thousands of volunteers to support Democratic campaigns across the country.     John, Democracy is at stake in November’s elections, and we need all hands on deck to save it. That’s why BACKROADS is partnering …

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 23, 2022 at 9:46 PM

The Lincoln Project has a message for you:

The Lincoln Project knows that Republicans are hoping that they can destroy our democracy without Democrats putting up a fight.   John, Democracy is at stake in November’s elections, and we need all hands on deck to save it. That’s why BACKROADS is partnering with the Lincoln P…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 23, 2022 at 1:34 PM

Lincoln Project 🤝 BACKROADS PAC

Democracy is on the line, and we need to be the ones that save it.   I have exciting news, John! We are joining the Lincoln Project on the important initiative called The Union. This effort is mobilizing tens of thousands of volunteers to support campaigns across the country ahe…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 22, 2022 at 10:20 PM

The Lincoln Project 🤝 BACKROADS PAC

We are so excited about this important partnership to elect rural Democrats   I have exciting news, John! We are joining the Lincoln Project on the important initiative called The Union. This effort is mobilizing tens of thousands of volunteers to support campaigns across the co…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 20, 2022 at 9:05 PM

protecting the USPS

Rural communities are disproportionately impacted by cuts to the postal service.   John, We have big news: Congress just passed a bill to protect the Postal Service and STOP Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s cuts to delivery and service. Democrats are committed to protecting th…

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  Stop Them · [email protected]

March 18, 2022 at 12:30 AM

What are you going to do about this? →

If we don’t act now, these extremists will take over Congress and wield even more power and influence.   John, The GOP caucus is becoming more extreme by the day, and we need your support to stop them. So far this month: ❌ Marjorie Taylor Greene spoke at a white nationalist …

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  Wake Up Call · [email protected]

March 16, 2022 at 12:08 AM

We’ll lose any hope:

We’ve fought so hard to flip Congress and stop Republicans from destroying our country—we can’t let them take it away from us now.   John, I just read an article that sums up exactly why protecting the Democratic majority is CRUCIAL: Without the majority, [Democrat…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 9, 2022 at 12:01 AM

for the long haul

BACKROADS PAC’s mission is to support rural Democrats around the country.   John, Last January—in between the insurrection and the inauguration—I launched BACKROADS PAC. It was a fitting time, as both moments underscored just how important Democratic control of Congress is for…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 6, 2022 at 11:20 PM

We have a lot of work to do

We have endorsed three incumbents—all running in districts that are “toss-ups” according to Cook Political Report.   John, I know it’s hard to believe, but Election Day is coming up fast! That’s why I want to share a few of our endorsed candidates running in tough, rural seats…

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  Tedra (personal) · [email protected]

March 5, 2022 at 6:26 PM

I need a minute of your time

We need your support more than ever to fuel our efforts to defeat Republicans and protect the House majority.   John, I hope this is going to be the shortest email you read today. I’m reaching out to ask you to contribute any amount to make sure we hit our weekly fundraising goal. We ne…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 5, 2022 at 12:14 AM

do you want the good news or the bad news?

open now for both →   John, Elections experts from the Cook Political Report have good news and some bad news in their latest analysis: THE GOOD NEWS: Thanks to some lucky breaks, Democrats are actually gaining seats in the redistricting process. This unexpected development wi…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 3, 2022 at 11:39 PM

extreme, bigoted, conspiracy theorists

In 2022, we have a chance to hold them accountable.   John, This week, Lauren Boebert and Marjorie Taylor Greene made absolute fools of themselves when they heckled President Joe Biden during his State of the Union speech. Aside from being extreme, bigoted, conspiracy theorist…

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  Take Action Now · [email protected]

March 3, 2022 at 12:26 AM

we’re done talking about infrastructure weeks

High-speed internet access is crucial for rural and underserved communities to participate in the modern economy, get a quality education, and stay connected.   John, Last night, during his first State of the Union speech, President Joe Biden made a commitment to expand afforda…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

March 1, 2022 at 12:25 AM

humbly asking you tonight

We literally can’t afford to fall short of any goal.     Sorry to bother you, John, but I really need a moment of your time. BACKROADS PAC is falling short of our February fundraising goal, and our deadline is just hours away. To ensure we get back on track, I hope you will cont…

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  Here’s · [email protected]

February 28, 2022 at 2:31 PM

The Lincoln Project GETS IT

This week proves that Republicans will say anything and support anyone to score political points.   John— The Lincoln Project is telling the TRUTH about the GOP these days. The past week proves that Republicans will say anything and support anyone to score political poin…

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  Tedra · [email protected]

February 27, 2022 at 6:47 PM

Stacey Abrams needs you

Stacey’s work paved the way for Joe Biden, Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff to win the state. Now it’s her turn.   John, Stacey Abrams is running for governor in Georgia, and we need to do everything we can to make sure she has the resources to win this race and defeat Brian Kemp. Will y…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

February 26, 2022 at 7:44 PM

this is NOT what I wanted to see

The cards are stacked against us:   John, This is not the headline I wanted to see with just 36 weeks until the midterm elections: Democrats Fear Extinction in Rural US The shifting climate helped Republicans limit Democratic inroads in 2020 — A year later, surging…

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  House Majority Update · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 5:44 PM

we really need you to step up here:

Susan is a top target in the midterm elections and experts rated this race a “toss-up.”   John, Pennsylvania just implemented new congressional district maps this week—and Democratic Congresswoman Susan Wild could be in real trouble. CONTRIBUTE Susan is a top ta…

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  Tedra Cobb · [email protected]

February 24, 2022 at 1:23 AM

our mission →

We now have just 36 weeks between now and Election Day to ramp up our efforts.   John, As a former candidate, I know first-hand how Democrats in rural areas have been left behind for decades, lacking infrastructure, organization, and resources. That’s what we are working to cha…

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