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January 23, 2020 at 12:17 AM

Share your voice

Jim McGovern for Congress     The Supreme Court will be hearing their first reproductive freedom case since the confirmation of Donald Trump's far-right appointees, Justice Brett Kavanaugh and Justice Neil Gorsuch. We know that banning or limiting abortion and disseminating false or m…

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January 20, 2020 at 2:03 PM

She's got a plan for that. So do we.

Jim McGovern for Congress     Today is the anniversary of a dark day for our democracy – Trump's inauguration. At the same time, it's a major milestone in our race towards reclaiming our country: just a year from now, we'll be swearing in a new president. This is Trump's last year in …

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January 16, 2020 at 9:54 PM

we're living with the repercussions

Jim McGovern for Congress     We're approaching the anniversary of the decision in Citizens United v. FEC, a case that dramatically changed the landscape of our democracy. Citizens United paved the way for unlimited, anonymous money to be spent in our elections – allowing special inter…

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January 8, 2020 at 6:15 PM

What we know

Jim McGovern for Congress     During this time of confusion and escalation in the Middle East, I want to share what I know to be true: The Constitution requires Congressional approval to initiate military interventions. Congress did not authorize a war with Iran. Political leaders and…

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  Seth Nadeau, Team McGovern · [email protected]

December 31, 2019 at 12:11 PM

All-out sprint

Jim McGovern for Congress     Did you see Jim's email? We're just hours away from 2020, but the all-out sprint to November's election is already on. Keeping the house? Beating Donald Trump? Taking back our county? We can do it, but only if we stand together, Donate $3 to Jim's re-elec…

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December 27, 2019 at 3:16 PM

A little overeager?

Jim McGovern for Congress     It's been an absolute joy to spend some time with family and friends the last few days. As our holiday celebrations draw to a close, I find myself anxiously awaiting my trip back to D.C. I'm eager to get back to work, to finish what we've started, and fran…

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December 22, 2019 at 2:15 PM

a quick note from Lisa, Patrick, Molly, and me

Jim McGovern for Congress     We wish you and yours a wonderful holiday season filled with family, friends, and love. May the new year bring us a more just and peaceful world. Fondly, Jim, Lisa, Patrick, and Molly McGovern Express Donate: If you've stored your info with ActBl…

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December 21, 2019 at 11:19 AM

I'd rather lose

Jim McGovern for Congress     The President has been impeached at a historic – yet somber – moment in our nation's history. Since volunteering for Senator George McGovern – no relation by the way – on his presidential campaign in 1972, I've worked on races up and down the ballot, even…

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December 20, 2019 at 6:28 PM

FWD: Update from Monte's March

Jim McGovern for Congress     I am outraged by the Trump administration's heartless attempts to undermine our social safety nets. The recent attack on the SNAP Nutritional program is a cruel and senseless assault on 700,000 of our most vulnerable community members. No one should have to …

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December 13, 2019 at 12:40 PM

It's more than a tinfoil hat

Jim McGovern for Congress     Following the release of racist emails promoting white nationalism and conspiracy theories sent by White House Senior Advisor Stephen Miller – over 80 Members of Congress sent a letter to President Trump demanding Miller's resignation. Now, I've joined fo…

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December 10, 2019 at 12:51 PM

📷 The 43 Miles of Monte's March

Jim McGovern for Congress     Donations are still coming in, but in the spirit of Human Rights Day, I want to share an update on the Monte's March fundraising drive to benefit the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. The Trump Administration announced a final rule that will take food b…

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December 6, 2019 at 8:20 PM

My "neighbor" Chris

Jim McGovern for Congress     The Blue Wave in 2018 brought a huge set of new faces into Congress, offering new perspectives and new representation for faces long left out of the debate, and more honestly representing the communities they serve. One of those new faces was our "neighbo…

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November 24, 2019 at 5:04 PM

Who cares, right?

Jim McGovern for Congress     It's business as usual for the Trump administration: Big Oil wants to expand offshore drilling, and Trump readily complies. Here’s what we know: Polluters don’t care one bit about the health and economic security of people who live in coastal communities…

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  Seth Nadeau, Team McGovern · [email protected]

November 22, 2019 at 12:03 PM

FWD: I won't just talk the talk!

Jim McGovern for Congress     Did you catch this email from Jim? We're gearing up for Monte's March. Before we take off on our 43-mile walk, can I count on you to chip in? Seth Forwarded Message Last month, I reached out on World Food Day to discuss the issue of food insecurity …

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  Lisa McGovern · [email protected]

November 20, 2019 at 4:04 PM

A big birthday. A big wish:

Jim McGovern for Congress     Each year, I ask Jim what he wants for his birthday.   Each year, his answer isn't complicated: to make things a little bit better for our Massachusetts friends and neighbors who are experiencing hunger.   That's why, each year around his birthday, Jim…

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November 18, 2019 at 12:38 PM

He's at it again.

Jim McGovern for Congress     The Trump administration is trying to rollback California's vehicle emissions standards—which have become legislative best practice, adopted by 13 states (including Massachusetts) and Washington, D.C. The success of these standards has resulted in more fu…

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  Jim McGovern · [email protected]

November 14, 2019 at 8:29 PM

I won't just talk the talk.

Jim McGovern for Congress     Last month, I reached out on World Food Day to discuss the issue of food insecurity in our country. It's time to walk the walk, too. Literally. Every year, I join radio personality, Monte Belmonte's annual march against hunger through the Pioneer Valley. For…

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November 10, 2019 at 1:40 PM

this seems simple enough

Jim McGovern for Congress     Since we took back the House, we've passed nearly a dozen bills to expand coverage and improve affordability in our existing health care system and lower costs for prescription drugs. Despite this success, we're still facing an uphill battle with Big Phar…

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November 5, 2019 at 1:18 PM

It's about the future

Jim McGovern for Congress     As people turn out to vote across America, it's good to look back on 2019. This year has been about starting to get our country back on track. Our plan: Reforming our outdated and woefully-inadequate election systems and security. Bring greater inclusion…

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November 1, 2019 at 12:03 PM

targeting our seniors

Jim McGovern for Congress     Americans seniors are being targeted by robocall scammers in record numbers. Often these calls are manipulated to look like they're coming from a government agency, a service the recipient uses, or even a family member in trouble. This has to stop. The …

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October 29, 2019 at 8:51 PM

disproportionate harm

Jim McGovern for Congress     The Supreme Court just announced it will take up a case on reproductive freedom – the first one since the confirmation of Donald Trump's far-right appointees, Brett Kavanaugh and Neil Gorsuch. We know that banning or limiting abortion and disseminating fa…

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October 25, 2019 at 2:03 PM

ruffling a few feathers

Jim McGovern for Congress     The evidence is conclusive. Background checks and restrictions on assault weapons save lives. Yet in America, it feels like there's another mass shooting every few days. Every few days: families broken, communities shattered, and fear rampant. But, Repub…

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October 24, 2019 at 6:30 PM

an impeachment update

Jim McGovern for Congress     Long story short: it's complicated – but not that complicated. Watch my update on impeachment proceedings here: President Trump has been rattling off about the whistleblower, going so far as making threats. That's plainly unacceptable. Here's my take on…

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October 16, 2019 at 11:14 AM

picking on our most vulnerable

Jim McGovern for Congress     Today is World Food Day. I want to take this opportunity to talk to you about hunger in this country, and ask for your help with Monte's March. On November 25th & 26th, radio personality, Monte Belmonte, will be leading his annual march against hunger…

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October 10, 2019 at 1:06 PM

We're 28th.

Jim McGovern for Congress     As the brother of two Worcester public school teachers, I've been able to learn what policies yield the best outcomes for our community from two experts. Throughout our discussions, one thing is abundantly clear: investing in public education is the best w…

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October 4, 2019 at 7:20 PM

We can change these racist policies

Jim McGovern for Congress     Over the last 40 years, the American prison population has skyrocketed thanks to racist policies and practices that target black and brown members of our communities. It's long past time to end our cultural affinity for mass incarceration. I want my colle…

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  Seth Nadeau, Team McGovern · [email protected]

September 30, 2019 at 12:15 PM

FWD: What I said to the DNC

Jim McGovern for Congress     Did you catch this email from Jim? I hear time and again from people in Massachusetts and across the country that they are fed up with this administration. They're fed up with the lies and the tweets and the ignorance. They're sick and tired of the bigotry,…

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September 27, 2019 at 8:44 PM

FWD: This is no longer about politics.

Jim McGovern for Congress     Donald Trump asked a foreign power to dig up dirt on a potential political opponent. As I outlined in my previous email below, he is unfit for office and has earned impeachment. He has abused his power of office, and he did so at the risk of our national sec…

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September 27, 2019 at 2:03 PM

4 days.

Jim McGovern for Congress     There's so much at stake in the next election, where our vision of hope, unity, and expanding the boundaries of what's possible will once again meet Republicans' vision of fear, hatred, and carrying on the same failed vision they've peddled for decades. A…

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September 24, 2019 at 2:04 PM

The amount of time it takes for you to brush your teeth

Jim McGovern for Congress     We need to take back our country from a corrupt president that serves special interests, and his enablers. And that requires voting. And voting requires registering. Today is National Voter Registration Day. Registering has never been easier. Just go to …

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September 23, 2019 at 1:39 PM

What I said to the DNC

Jim McGovern for Congress     This month, I was asked to speak at the regional meeting of the Democratic National Committee in New Hampshire in front of energized, passionate progressives just like you. We discussed our progress since the Blue Wave on election night 2018, when the Ame…

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September 20, 2019 at 12:03 PM

parents are left scrambling

Jim McGovern for Congress     Affordable, high-quality childcare is critical for all parents of young children. Too many Massachusetts families worry about the escalating costs of childcare and the impact on their family's budget.   Childcare services should add value to the lives of…

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September 19, 2019 at 4:29 PM

Not homeless -- experiencing houselessness

Jim McGovern for Congress     I want us to never forget one core fact: today, too many Americans will watch the sunset without a safe, warm space to sleep. They're experiencing houselessness. They're not homeless. Our communities, our towns, and villages are our homes. They are the h…

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September 17, 2019 at 8:41 PM

Doing things a little differently

Jim McGovern for Congress     Donald Trump doesn't think the rules apply to him, that he can run our country like he runs his businesses: for a quick buck, then into the ground. That's why, as chair of the House Rules Committee, my plan from the start was to do things a little differe…

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September 12, 2019 at 1:04 PM

One question ahead of the debates

Jim McGovern for Congress     In a few hours, the 2020 Democratic presidential candidates will take to the debate stage again. I believe that we need a candidate who will unite us on the issues that matter most to everyday Americans. What issue are you most hoping to have covered by …

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September 9, 2019 at 2:52 PM

Not in our name.

Jim McGovern for Congress     There's sickening news coming out of Attorney General William Barr's office. After a 16-year moratorium, Attorney General William Barr has ordered the federal government to resume its use of the death penalty. He's made this choice despite the fact that…

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September 3, 2019 at 4:29 PM

FWD: Medical Marijuana in America

Jim McGovern for Congress       Earlier this year, I wrote to you about marijuana. House committees are moving forward with legislation to resolve the conflict between state-passed marijuana laws and the federal prohibition on marijuana.  As Chairman of the Rules Committee, I look fo…

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August 29, 2019 at 1:04 PM

FWD: the perfect allegory of Trump's America

Jim McGovern for Congress     We're ready to take action to protect the Endangered Species Act. Are you? The Trump administration recently announced changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) that would: Weaken protections for species designated as “threatened”; Allow regulators to a…

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August 22, 2019 at 10:56 PM

It might be time to make some enemies

Jim McGovern for Congress     So, let me get this straight. The evidence is conclusive. Background checks and restrictions on assault weapons save lives. And, each week in America, it feels like there's another mass shooting. Families broken. Communities shattered. Fear is rampant. …

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August 19, 2019 at 2:03 PM

Dan is in the final stretch

Jim McGovern for Congress     Right now, all eyes are turning to North Carolina. I've written to you about Dan before – he's in the fight of his life. In North Carolina, election fraud derailed one of the most impressive campaigns in the country – but they're calling a special election …

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August 16, 2019 at 2:19 PM

🦅 a Trumpian allegory in the making 🦅

Jim McGovern for Congress     Earlier this month, the Trump administration finalized regulations that effectively erase the Endangered Species Act and will make it nearly impossible to protect wildlife from the rapidly increasing side effects of climate change. When we think of succes…

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August 14, 2019 at 12:07 PM

Talk isn't important here. Action is.

Jim McGovern for Congress     I can't stand seeing kids go hungry. It's not a controversial position by any stretch. I don't know of anyone who says they're against making sure kids have enough to eat. But talk isn't important here. Action is. That's why a big chunk of my focus in Co…

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August 5, 2019 at 2:04 PM

more than just ⚽

Jim McGovern for Congress     We all know that the talented athletes of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team serve as a phenomenal inspiration to sports fans, student-athletes, and Americans nationwide — but they also serve as an example of gender-based income inequality.     A …

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August 1, 2019 at 8:18 PM

The families deserve nothing less.

Jim McGovern for Congress     In 2014, news broke that the people of Flint, Michigan faced toxic lead poisoning from a contaminated water supply. Flint represents one of the largest scale examples of environmental racism in our country. The consequences were devastating: more than 100…

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July 31, 2019 at 4:30 PM

Who I'm betting on for 2020:

Jim McGovern for Congress     As we hit the heat of summer, I want us to remember how important our victories were in 2018, and think about what it means for 2020. Our movement and grassroots moment show that we can defend the House in 2020, take back the Senate, and defeat Donald Tru…

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July 29, 2019 at 1:05 PM

If this isn't collusion and obstruction, then what is?

Jim McGovern for Congress     We all heard it on Wednesday: Russia interfered in our election to help Trump, and the campaign eagerly sought their help. The Trump campaign lied – start to finish – about their contacts with Russia. The investigation has illuminated over 120 contacts bet…

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July 26, 2019 at 3:04 PM

What I saw on the southern border:

Jim McGovern for Congress     Recently, I visited detention facilities on America's southern border. There, I saw firsthand the cruelty and suffering that's at the heart of Donald Trump's immigration policies.   My immediate reaction: we should all be ashamed that this is happening on …

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July 16, 2019 at 8:38 PM

health, environment, and democracy or fossil fuel industry profits?

Jim McGovern for Congress     We're taking steps to reclaim our democracy from corporate super PACs. That means making and keeping our commitments. My latest? The No Fossil Fuel Money Pledge. Taking this pledge means that a candidate's campaign will adopt a policy to refuse contribu…

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July 9, 2019 at 10:52 PM

FWD: Marijuana in America

Jim McGovern for Congress       Earlier this year, I wrote to you about marijuana. House committees are moving forward with legislation to resolve the conflict between state-passed marijuana laws and the federal prohibition on marijuana.  As Chairman of the Rules Committee, I look fo…

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June 30, 2019 at 2:27 PM

Our Summer Fellows

Jim McGovern for Congress     Tonight we're facing our end-of-quarter fundraising deadline. You know what we fundraise for: get-out-the-vote efforts, providing water and materials for our canvassers, and this month — sharing our strength with inspiring candidates around the country, l…

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