Nydia =?iso-8859-1?q?Vel=E1zquez?= · [email protected]

March 23, 2021 at 8:50 PM

The importance of NYC elections

Three months from now, New Yorkers from across the City will head to the ballot box to have their say in one of the most critical election seasons we've ever seen.       Friend, Three months from now, New Yorkers from across the City will head to the ballot box to have t…

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  Nydia =?iso-8859-1?q?Vel=E1zquez?= · [email protected]

March 22, 2021 at 9:06 PM

The fight for equal rights

To support the Equality Act is to stand for human rights. It's as simple as that, and a majority of Americans agree.       Friend, Last week, Congressional hearings made it clear: to support the Equality Act is to stand for human rights. It's as simple as that, and a maj…

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  Nydia =?iso-8859-1?q?Vel=E1zquez?= · [email protected]

March 18, 2021 at 7:35 PM

LGBTQ rights are human rights

It’s always been wrong to discriminate against LGBTQ people. I know that, and you know that. But the GOP doesn't agree.        Friend, It’s always been wrong to discriminate against LGBTQ people. I know that, and you know that. But the GOP doesn't agree. Just a few weeks…

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  Nydia =?iso-8859-1?q?Vel=E1zquez?= · [email protected]

March 14, 2021 at 3:20 PM

The American Rescue Plan is a BFD

Just a few days ago, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan into law.       Friend, Just a few days ago, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan into law. The plan includes $1,400 relief checks, direct housing assistance, nutrition assistance for million…

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  Nydia =?iso-8859-1?q?Vel=E1zquez?= · [email protected]

March 11, 2021 at 8:05 PM

The Party of Trump

The GOP is still the party of Trump.        Friend, The GOP is still the party of Trump.  Week after week, they push for policies that are harmful to working Americans. They're unwilling to negotiate. They encourage hateful rhetoric. Even after Donald Trump incited a dea…

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  Team Nydia · [email protected]

February 26, 2021 at 10:20 PM

The progress we need

From fighting to dispel misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine to ensuring the smallest of small businesses get the relief they need to calling for the EPA to restore critical environmental protections, Nydia has been busy this month.       Friend, From fighting to d…

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  Nydia =?iso-8859-1?q?Vel=E1zquez?= · [email protected]

February 25, 2021 at 3:50 PM

The time for climate action is now

Climate change is the defining challenge of our lifetime. If we continue and do nothing to stop it, the impacts of climate change will be nothing short of a disaster.       Friend, Climate change is the defining challenge of our lifetime. If we continue and do nothing to…

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  Nydia =?iso-8859-1?q?Vel=E1zquez?= · [email protected]

February 23, 2021 at 5:42 PM

Investing is not a game.

Too often, I have seen short selling schemes end up harming ordinary people and workers who never expected that kind of abuse. And when large investors like hedge funds don't disclose what they do, that risk is much higher.       Friend, Investing is not a game. It carries…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

February 20, 2021 at 3:52 PM

One month's progress

Friend,​ It's been exactly one month since Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were inaugurated as President and Vice President of the United States. One month since dignity and compassion were restored to the White House, and one month since our nation began to recover from the hate, co…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

February 17, 2021 at 10:25 PM

We have a lot of work left to do

Friend,​ February is a time to celebrate and honor the Black history that has been made in the face of systemic oppression. We honor leaders like John Lewis, Elijah Cummings, Shirley Chisholm, Marsha P. Johnson, Martin Luther King Jr., and so many more who fought for freedom and…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

February 12, 2021 at 11:08 PM

A new and fair immigration system

Friend,​ Under the Trump administration, children were ripped from their parents’ arms not knowing when they would see each other again. They enacted a xenophobic Muslim ban to keep people out of our country. People of color were scared to walk down the street. They spent four y…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

February 9, 2021 at 5:37 PM

The impeachment trial begins today

Friend,​ Today, the second impeachment trial of Donald Trump begins in the Senate. I was proud to join my colleagues in the House to vote to impeach Trump for a second time. Now, it’s on our senators to convict him and ban him from public office once and for all.  Though he is …

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

February 3, 2021 at 8:25 PM

Sign the petition: Demand a criminal investigation into Donald Trump's election interference

Friend,​ After months of claiming the election was stolen, it took a deadly insurrection to push Donald Trump to finally accept that he was leaving office.  But just because Joe Biden is now President doesn't mean we can forget all the ways Donald Trump broke the law and tried …

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  Team Nydia · [email protected]

January 31, 2021 at 6:26 PM

FWD: So much at stake

Friend,​ Yesterday, Nydia sent out an email on the importance of continuing our fight for progress even with the Biden Administration in the White House. In case you didn't get a chance to see it, we've attached Nydia's note from yesterday below.  Tonight at midnight is our fi…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

January 30, 2021 at 4:29 PM

So much at stake

Friend,​ For four years, the Trump administration did everything it could to strip away the rights of everyone from women to immigrants to LGBTQ+ Americans. Now, even with the Biden Administration in the White House and a Democratic Senate, Republicans are still fighting as hard…

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  Alexa Feldman · [email protected]

January 29, 2021 at 5:26 PM

Through it all

Friend,​ January was a busy month, to say the least. We started the year focused on winning Georgia. The next day, we lived through a violent insurrection at the Capitol. Two weeks later, Joe Biden was inaugurated. And on top of everything, the pandemic continues to threaten Ame…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

January 26, 2021 at 7:25 PM

I'm not wasting any time.

Friend,​ After four long years of corruption, bigotry, and lies, Donald Trump's presidency has finally come to an end. Now is the time to fight for the real change working Americans need, and I'm not wasting any time.  Will you chip in $25 to fuel the fight ahead? If you've sa…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

January 22, 2021 at 7:38 PM

Let's get to work

Friend,​ On Wednesday, we witnessed the inauguration of President Joe Biden and the first woman Vice President, Kamala Harris. The inauguration marked the beginning of a new chapter for our nation, one led by compassion, integrity, dignity, and a commitment to working people. N…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

January 20, 2021 at 7:07 PM

Finally

Friend,​ After four years of hatred and conspiracies, I'm thrilled that Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will now be at the helm of our nation to lead us all with compassion, integrity, and decency. President Biden knows that small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and he …

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

January 18, 2021 at 4:25 PM

Honoring Dr. King's legacy

Friend,​ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. would have been 92 this year. And although he's not with us, Dr. King's legacy remains an example of how we can continue his struggle today. Now more than ever, as we fight to hold those who encouraged a violent coup accountable, Dr. King's …

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  Team Nydia · [email protected]

January 15, 2021 at 4:24 PM

Delivering for working people throughout 2021

Friend,​ 2021 has already challenged us in ways no one expected.  But even as we push to make sure Donald Trump and the Republicans are held accountable for the events that took place at the Capitol last week, we can't forget about the necessary fights for justice and progress …

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

January 13, 2021 at 9:52 PM

Sign the petition: Demand an immediate criminal investigation into Donald Trump

Friend,​   Donald Trump was caught on tape trying to rig a presidential election. Twice. In a call to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, he urged Georgia officials to "find" enough votes to overturn the outcome. In another call to Georgia’s lead investigator for vo…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

January 7, 2021 at 9:07 PM

Yesterday's violence

Friend,​ Yesterday, at the urging of the President and more than half of the Republican caucus in Congress, domestic terrorists attacked our Capitol and our Democracy. Thankfully, myself, my staff, and everyone who sheltered in place at the Capitol are safe. But what we saw y…

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  Team Nydia · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 10:25 PM

FWD: Looking forward to a progressive 2021

Friend,​ There are still a few hours before tonight's festivities start (and before our end of year deadline hits!) so I wanted to make sure you saw Nydia's message from this morning. Even with Joe Biden in the White House, it's critical that we build up a strong movement to d…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

December 31, 2020 at 3:52 PM

Looking forward to a progressive 2021

Friend,​   Happy New Year's Eve! However you're celebrating tonight, I hope that you're able to safely connect with loved ones and look ahead to 2021 with excitement.   I wanted to reach out one last time to remind you that tonight at midnight marks the end of our final fundr…

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  Team Nydia · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 5:26 PM

Nydia's fight for working families

Friend,​ As we (finally) say goodbye to 2020, we're already working hard to prepare for the year ahead. And as our nation recovers from both the coronavirus pandemic and the Trump administration, we're ready to fight for working families. Will you chip in $200, $100, or $50 bef…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

December 28, 2020 at 3:52 PM

2020 was only the beginning

Friend,​ This has been a difficult year for our country, but through it all, so many have worked to support one another, lift up our most vulnerable communities, fight back against the injustices so many working Americans face, and kick Donald Trump and his corrupt administratio…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

December 24, 2020 at 4:26 PM

Happy holidays!

Friend,​   As this year finally comes to a close, I'm reaching out today to wish you a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season. I’m so grateful for the support and engagement you've shown during such a tough year.    As we look towards 2021, I have so much hope, but I also kn…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

December 15, 2020 at 2:14 PM

Americans need relief NOW >>>

Friend,​   It’s been nine months since Congress passed a COVID relief bill and Americans are struggling. They're struggling to make rent, to put food on the table, and to pay the bills. It's time for Congress to pass the relief package that our working families and small busine…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

December 11, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Trump and Giuliani's failed attempts

Friend,​ Joe Biden won this election in a decisive, historic victory, but Donald Trump still refuses to concede. Instead, his campaign continues to file lawsuits led by Rudy Giuliani to try and overturn the will of the American people. Trump and Giuliani are trying to drown Presi…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

December 9, 2020 at 6:53 PM

We have to win in Georgia

Friend,​ Less than one month from today, voters in Georgia will head to the polls and make their voices heard in two special runoff elections for the US Senate. And with early and mail-in voting, there's even less time to get out the vote and ensure two Democratic victories. Ea…

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  Alexa Feldman · [email protected]

December 8, 2020 at 8:26 PM

A historic fight for justice

Friend,​ Last Friday, Nydia and her colleagues in the House joined the fight to decriminalize marijuana and bring us one step closer to finally ending the war on drugs. 47 states have reformed their laws regarding marijuana possession and usage. It's time the federal government…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

December 7, 2020 at 7:52 PM

Creating equal opportunities with the MORE Act

Friend,​ Last week, the House passed the MORE Act, a historic piece of legislation that would decriminalize marijuana and address the devastating inequities caused by the unjust war on drugs. For too long, communities of color have been far more likely than their white peers to…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

December 3, 2020 at 7:25 PM

Sign the petition: Senate Republicans must prioritize COVID-19 relief

Friend,​ Since March, tens of millions of Americans have filed for unemployment, many of whom now can't pay rent or put food on the table, and over 260,000 lives have been lost as the result of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. Despite this suffering, Senate Republica…

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  Team Nydia · [email protected]

November 30, 2020 at 8:27 PM

FWD: Fighting for our future

Friend,​ Earlier this month, Americans went to the polls in historic numbers and made their voices heard for progress. We elected Joe Biden as our next President, but it's clear that the work isn't over yet: We need to stay engaged, stay motivated, and continue to fight back aga…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 28, 2020 at 5:26 PM

Fighting for our future

Friend,​ For four years, the Trump administration did everything it could to strip away the rights of anyone who fought so hard to get them. From women to immigrants to LGBTQ+ Americans, it prided itself on rolling back rights and progress instead of focusing on the threats faci…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 26, 2020 at 3:26 PM

Thankful

Friend,​ From myself to you, I’d like to wish you a happy, and most importantly, a safe Thanksgiving. Today, I’m keeping the more than 250,000 Americans we’ve lost to COVID-19 in my thoughts, while thinking of all the families who are missing a loved one this Thanksgiving and t…

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  Nydia Velazquez and Mari Carmen Aponte · [email protected]

November 25, 2020 at 11:53 PM

Join us in supporting voter mobilization in Georgia

Friend,​ There are just 41 days left until Georgia’s two special runoff elections for the Senate. And as you know, if we win both of them, Democrats will have control of the Senate and we'll be able to make much-needed progress on COVID relief, criminal justice reform, climate c…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 24, 2020 at 9:26 PM

Rebuilding New York City the right way

Friend,​ It's no secret: New York is struggling. From COVID-19 to the Trump administration, we've had our fair share of challenges this year. As we look forward to rebuilding our city, I'm fighting to ensure that New Yorkers have everything they need to rebuild in a smarter, he…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 23, 2020 at 2:25 PM

The climate crisis

Friend,​ For four years, Americans suffered under an administration that repeatedly denied the climate crisis. Instead of working to save our planet, Trump and the GOP took checks from Big Oil, rolled back countless environmental protections and regulations, and put all of us at…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 21, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Healthcare is a human right, period.

Friend,​ For years, Republicans have made it clear that they're intent on taking away our healthcare.  Even now, in the midst of a pandemic that has already infected more than 11 million Americans, Republicans are playing politics with public health. Their only aim is to hurt D…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 18, 2020 at 10:27 PM

ADD YOUR NAME >>> The Senate must focus on COVID-19 relief immediately

Friend,​ In this month's election, voters made it clear that addressing COVID-19, economic well-being, the urgent needs of children and families, and healthcare are top priorities to all Americans.  But instead of prioritizing funding and programs that will help keep us safe, h…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 15, 2020 at 5:25 PM

FWD: What matters most to you?

Friend,​ I wanted to make sure you saw this -- right now is your last chance to tell me directly what issue is most important to you. I'm ready to continue my fight for working people in Congress -- will you fill out this survey so I know exactly what you care about? AFFORDABL…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 13, 2020 at 9:37 PM

What matters most to you?

Friend,​ Election Day was just the beginning. Now, the real work begins. With Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in the White House, we'll be able to pass the meaningful stimulus and recovery efforts we've been lacking. We also have the potential to pass more progressive legislation th…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 11, 2020 at 9:34 PM

The fight ahead

Friend,​   Last weekend when we learned that Joe Biden would become our next president, cities and towns across America erupted with celebrations. Here in New York, streets were filled with people dancing, singing, and cheering. The past four years have been a dark, troubling e…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 9, 2020 at 11:02 PM

Fighting for our communities

Friend,​ The American people have spoken: Joe Biden will be the next President of the United States, and Donald Trump will be a one-term president. Thanks to the hard work of leaders, volunteers, and organizers, Democrats built a winning coalition and made the difference necess…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 7, 2020 at 5:42 PM

Thank you

Thanks to the hard work and votes of people across our nation, Donald Trump will be a one-term president. Friend,      Joe Biden has officially received more votes for President than any other candidate. Thanks to the hard work and votes of people across our nation, Donald Trump …

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 1:27 PM

Polls are open -- GO VOTE!

Friend, It's Election Day, and polls are officially open across the country.  FIND YOUR POLLSITE If you’ve already had the opportunity to cast your ballot, thank you so much for making your voice heard in this critical election. But for those who haven’t yet, be sure to get…

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  Nydia Velázquez · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 6:07 PM

It's almost Election Day

Friend,   Election Day is tomorrow. We've spent months fighting on this campaign, and after tomorrow, we'll know if that hard work paid off.    Make a plan to vote on Election Day -- find your polling place here.    Since I began my career in Congress, I've been fighting to …

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  Alexa Feldman · [email protected]

November 2, 2020 at 2:37 AM

This is it

I know how many messages like this you're getting, Friend. But with this election ending in 48 hours, this is the last chance you have to show Nydia that you have her back as she fights for a better future for all of us.  This is it. Can she count on you? CHIP IN   Let's…

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