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  Hick · [email protected]
March 16, 2021 at 5:51 PM

because of you

  Folks, In a minute, I will ask you to add a donation to help us reach our critical $10,000 mid-month goal tomorrow. But first, I’d like to explain why I’m even asking and why your support matters so much. Thanks to folks like you, we flipped Colorado’s Senate seat and secured a Demo…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
March 15, 2021 at 6:33 PM

brr!

  It’s a cold one out there, folks! This weekend, Colorado got over two feet of snow and it reminded me of when I first moved to Denver. There was a fierce blizzard in December of 1982 as I was flying back into town and I had to spend the night on the floor of the old Stapleton airpor…
  Hick HQ · [email protected]
March 12, 2021 at 9:43 PM

logging off?

  Hey folks, We know it’s Friday, but we wanted to reach out real quick before you log off. We’ll keep this short and let you enjoy your weekend. We’re not on pace to reach our mid-month fundraising deadline. March is a notoriously tough time for fundraising, but it’s critical we rais…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
March 11, 2021 at 10:04 PM

Can I share something with you?

  Folks, You might not know this, but right now our campaign primarily relies on donations to these emails to keep the lights on. In fact, I’m pretty proud that our average donation this year is just $20.32. That number says a lot about the strength of our team and the movement we’re …
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 26, 2021 at 8:03 PM

As a freshman Senator, they put me in the basement

  Here’s something you might not know about the Senate, folks — Senators get to choose their office location based on seniority. And since I’m a newbie, I got stuck with the basement for the time being. It’s not all bad. Sure, we don’t have any windows and the lights flicker every now…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 24, 2021 at 10:15 PM

Breaking news out of Georgia

  No time to rest! We have breaking news out of Georgia: There’s a good chance Republican Kelly Loeffler is preparing for a rematch against my friend and newly elected Senator, Reverend Raphael Warnock once again in Georgia next year. All Republicans have to do is flip one Senate seat…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 22, 2021 at 8:06 PM

re: a big deal

  Folks, we’re kicking off our fundraising push for our important end-of-month fundraising goal next week. Could you add a donation to help us report the strongest numbers possible? If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediatel…
  Hick · [email protected]
February 19, 2021 at 7:08 PM

re: catalpa trees

  Hey there, I’m back in Colorado this week, spending some much-needed time with Robin and Teddy. It’s always nice to come home after a busy week in Washington. I miss the Colorado mountains and the western catalpa trees (their branches can break under heavy snow, so proper pruning is…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 18, 2021 at 5:55 PM

Re: Winter storm Uri

  Hello, Winter storm Uri has devastated states across the nation — leaving families without power, heat, food, and essential supplies. Families in Texas have been hit especially hard. As our country still grapples with a public health and economic emergency, many Americans have been …
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 16, 2021 at 10:04 PM

Cory Gardner? Again?

  Folks, you remember Cory Gardner, right? Yup, the Cory Gardner who cozied up to Donald Trump and left Colorado’s most vulnerable families to fend for themselves during this pandemic. The same Cory Gardner who this team defeated last November to flip Colorado blue. Well, it looks lik…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 14, 2021 at 8:39 PM

FWD: I just voted to convict Donald J. Trump

  Hey folks, sorry for reaching out on Valentine's Day (I hope you're celebrating with loved ones!) but I need to bump my email from yesterday. The bottom line is that Donald Trump and his enablers have threatened our democracy in a way we haven't seen before. With the impeachment tri…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 13, 2021 at 8:50 PM

I just voted to convict Donald J. Trump

  Hello, Last month, pro-Trump terrorists — waving Confederate flags, wearing anti-Semitic clothing, and hanging nooses — stormed our streets and broke into the U.S. Capitol, demanding we overturn the results of the presidential election. It was a dark day for our democracy. No person…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 12, 2021 at 4:59 PM

Are you with me?

  Hello, Last month, violent right-wing extremists broke into our nation’s Capitol and demanded a democratic election be overturned — all because Donald Trump and his enablers spread dangerous lies that the presidency was stolen from him. As the Senate continues the impeachment trial …
  Hick · [email protected]
February 11, 2021 at 3:24 PM

The skinny kid with Coke-bottle glasses and a funny last name

  Folks, can I explain something? I was never “cool” growing up. I was the skinny kid with Coke-bottle glasses and a funny last name. For years, I was a geologist. Then, I got laid off and opened a brewpub in downtown Denver. I play the banjo. And I like to make corny jokes (personall…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 9, 2021 at 4:57 PM

The Senate’s impeachment trial of Donald Trump

  Hello, Today, the Senate will begin the impeachment trial of Donald Trump. For the past four years, Trump has fanned the flames of hatred, spread dangerous conspiracy theories, and attempted to undermine our democracy. And on January 6, right-wing rioters encouraged by Trump invaded…
  Team Hick · [email protected]
February 8, 2021 at 8:40 PM

Hi there

  Hi there, For the first time in a decade a Democratic House, Senate, and White House are ready to make progress on so many important issues. But the last few weeks have been deeply concerning, and we must address the violent, right-wing insurrection on our Capitol. As we prepare for…
  Team Hick · [email protected]
February 7, 2021 at 10:25 PM

Will you sign John’s birthday card?

  Guess what, folks?! It’s our favorite banjo-playing, former geologist, beer-loving Senator’s birthday. John’s been hard at work with the new Senate Democratic majority fighting to get our government back on track. One of the best ways you can show your support is by signing his birt…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 3, 2021 at 7:01 PM

This time last year

  Hello, This time last year, we had no idea how bad the COVID-19 pandemic would become. We didn’t foresee lockdowns, mask mandates, or social distancing taking up the rest of our year. Since then, our world has been turned upside down. The previous administration completely failed us…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
February 2, 2021 at 9:56 PM

Will you take a minute (two, tops!) to let me know what issues matter most to you right now?

  Hey, I didn’t get into politics for power, fame, or money — I ran for office because I saw that our government didn’t work for everyday people like me. As an optimist, I knew we could do better. Folks like you joined our movement because you believed we could do better too. I’m so g…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 31, 2021 at 11:35 PM

re: weekend

  Hi there — I hope you are having a relaxing weekend so far. I promise I’ll keep this quick so you can get back to it — but first, I wanted to ask you something: Will you chip in towards our first end-of-month deadline of 2021? The deadline expires at midnight tonight and my team tel…
  Hickenlooper.com · [email protected]
January 31, 2021 at 7:20 PM

why this matters

  Folks, Our first monthly fundraising deadline of 2021 ends at midnight tonight. Here’s why that matters: John Hickenlooper is one of only a few Senators to have flipped a seat red to blue. That means people are paying attention to our team. Deadlines like these are a chance to prove…
  Team Hick · [email protected]
January 30, 2021 at 11:17 PM

The next two years

  Our first monthly fundraising deadline of 2021 will expire tomorrow night and unfortunately, we’re behind. This kind of budget issue isn’t unusual. Fundraising can be really slow in the months following an election as grassroots energy begins to dwindle and folks stop checking their…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 30, 2021 at 6:57 PM

a big deal

  Hey, could you add a donation toward our critical end-of-month fundraising goal? The deadline is tomorrow and we’re still behind. You can chip in here: If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: Rush $10 now…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 29, 2021 at 9:52 PM

re: Paycheck Fairness Act

  Folks, It’s no secret that women and especially women of color have long been overworked and underpaid for doing the same job as a man, or forced into the lowest-paying jobs altogether — leaving them struggling to support themselves and families. The COVID-19 crisis has only exacerb…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 28, 2021 at 10:52 PM

My friend, Michael Bennet

  Folks, Colorado’s senior Senator, Michael Bennet, is one of my best friends. He helped me during my successful run for Mayor in 2003 and then became my chief of staff. Throughout the years that I’ve known him, I’ve seen how much Michael loves Colorado. I’ve watched him fight to prot…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 26, 2021 at 10:02 PM

For the first time in a decade, Democrats control the House, the Senate, and the White House.

  Hello, For the first time in a decade, Democrats control the House, the Senate, and the White House. That’s historic. That means these next two years are our best chance to finally pass meaningful legislation for our communities — from increasing COVID-19 relief and lowering health …
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 25, 2021 at 11:33 PM

There’s a lot going on in Washington

  Hi there — I am about to ask you to make a contribution before our end-of-month fundraising deadline expires this weekend. My hope is that you’ll give me a moment to explain why this request is so important — especially today. There’s a lot going on in Washington right now. Today, t…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 22, 2021 at 9:34 PM

We must protect Roe v. Wade

  Hello, For 48 years, Roe v. Wade has been the law of the land and ensured the constitutional right to choose — but every day since, Washington Republicans have tried to roll back our progress. From appointing anti-choice judges to defunding Planned Parenthood and threatening to jail…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 21, 2021 at 8:03 PM

Wanna know a secret?

  Folks — It’s no secret that there’s a lot of shady money in politics. It’s also no secret how we ended up here. Eleven years ago today, the Supreme Court handed down their decision in Citizens United and opened the floodgates for dark money to corrupt our elections and our governmen…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 20, 2021 at 6:24 PM

Welcome, Mr. President and Madame Vice President!

  Hello, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were just sworn in as our nation’s President and Vice President. We’re also welcoming Alex Padilla, California’s first Latino Senator, Jon Ossoff, Georgia’s first Jewish Senator and the youngest sitting Senator, and Reverend Raphael Warnock, Georgi…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 19, 2021 at 10:33 PM

I usually write longer emails, but I’m going to have to keep this short

  Hi there — I usually like to take the time and write longer messages, but with everything that’s happening in Washington right now, I think I’ll have to keep it short. The last few weeks have been deeply concerning. And as the Senate returns to session today, I want you to know that…
  Team Hick · [email protected]
January 17, 2021 at 7:05 PM

we have no choice

  Look — we really hate to do this, but we have no choice. We’re not on track to reach our first fundraising goal of the year. The deadline is on Tuesday and according to our calculations, we’re about $4,942 off. With everything that’s been going on in the Senate, John has been spendi…
  Hickenlooper.com · [email protected]
January 16, 2021 at 8:47 PM

It’s been a longggg week

  It’s been a long week, folks, so we’ll keep this short: From working to expand access to health care to protecting our environment to upholding democracy, John is committed to the tough fights ahead, and he’s ready to get to work. But even though Trump is leaving office, many of his…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 15, 2021 at 8:09 PM

An explanation

  Hi there — In just a moment, I will ask you to make a contribution to our team. But first, I hope you will let me explain why your support means so much, especially right now. As you probably know, I’ve been very busy in Washington focusing on the important issues at hand. Even thou…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 14, 2021 at 9:04 PM

re: impeachment

  Hello, Yesterday, the House of Representatives impeached President Donald Trump in a bipartisan vote. It was a testament to the sacred responsibility of the legislative branch to provide a critical check on grave and dangerous abuses of the executive. No person is above the law, and…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 12, 2021 at 5:53 PM

Donald Trump is on his way out

  Hello, On January 3rd, I was sworn in to represent Colorado in the United States Senate. Three days later, I was hunkering in a secure location in the U.S. Capitol’s basement, texting my wife, Robin, that I was okay. Last Wednesday was a sad and dark day for our country as pro-Trump…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 5, 2021 at 6:50 PM

Demand Congress certify the 2020 election results

  Folks across the country have made their voices heard. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be the next President and Vice President of the United States. But despite this clear and decisive victory, Donald Trump is still refusing to accept the results of the election. Instead, he’s pr…
  Jon Ossoff · [email protected]
January 4, 2021 at 10:50 PM

without the Senate...

  Here’s the bottom line, folks: With the Senate, President Biden and Vice President Harris will be able to lead us out of this pandemic and invest in economic recovery. With the Senate, we can strengthen voting rights and pass criminal justice reform. With the Senate, we can protect …
  Reverend Raphael Warnock · [email protected]
January 4, 2021 at 6:02 PM

one day left

  Folks: In a moment, I'm going to ask you to make a contribution to our runoff campaign to flip Georgia blue and take back the Senate. But first, I'd like to explain why I'm running — and why I need your support to win. I'll be honest: People like me aren't supposed to run for office…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 3, 2021 at 8:50 PM

I was just sworn in to the United States Senate

  Thank you, folks. I am honored to be your United States Senator. As I took my oath of office, promising to do right by my constituents, the Constitution, and our country, I was filled with gratitude for this team. Because of you, we won our bitterly competitive race, gave Coloradans…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
January 1, 2021 at 9:36 PM

day one

  Happy New Year, folks! Even though this year has been tough for so many, I hope you and your loved ones are finding some peace and happiness as we start this new year. We have two difficult tasks before us: We have to take the Senate back from Mitch McConnell’s grasp. For too long,…
  Team Hick · [email protected]
December 31, 2020 at 10:51 PM

Will you donate $1 before the ball drops tonight?

  Hi folks, we are so close to reaching our end-of-year fundraising goal! Once we close the books on our 2020 fundraising, everyone will see the numbers we report. We have to prove our momentum this year wasn’t just a fluke, so we’re turning to you before the ball drops tonight: We ne…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
December 31, 2020 at 6:05 PM

Tonight

  Hi there — John here! I promised my team I would reach out one last time before we close the books on our final 2020 fundraising deadline tonight, but I’ll only keep you a minute (or two, tops!). Election Day may have passed, but the truth is, our work isn’t over yet. If we want to …
  Hickenlooper HQ · [email protected]
December 30, 2020 at 4:14 PM

John’s not like most politicians

  Team — You might’ve picked up on this by now, but John’s not like most politicians. He’s a geologist-turned-brewer who won this election by focusing on the people, not petty partisan politics. You see, John’s a lot more interested in finding solutions to the issues everyday folks ta…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
December 29, 2020 at 6:26 PM

Can you spare a minute?

  Hello — In just a moment, I will ask you to make a contribution to my campaign before our last important fundraising deadline of the year — but first, I hope you will give me a minute (or two!) to explain why this request is so important, especially today. For the last four years, T…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
December 28, 2020 at 11:48 PM

jamming on my banjo

  Hey folks! I’ve been spending a lot of time reflecting on this past year and found myself writing a banjo tune for you: 🎶 The year is almost over The election has been won I just wanted to take a minute To thank you for all you’ve done But the work is just beginning There’s so much …
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
December 23, 2020 at 5:06 PM

$27,000 raised for those in need

  Hello, Well, this has been quite the challenging year. I hope you and your loved ones are finding meaningful ways to connect this holiday season, even if it’s not in person. Our country is still grappling with a public health and economic emergency that requires all of us to step up…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
December 22, 2020 at 11:05 PM

Happy Holidays!

  Happy Holidays, friends! 🎄 We know this has been a very difficult year, but we’re so thankful for our friends and family (that means you!) who have made this year incredibly special. Even though the holidays might look a bit different this time around, we hope you and your loved on…
  Team Hick · [email protected]
December 22, 2020 at 7:33 PM

First, then, now, so...

  FIRST: Democrats in Colorado and Arizona overcame mountains of outside spending and flipped two of the four seats we needed to take back the Senate. THEN: Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock advanced to runoffs in Georgia, giving Democrats one final chance to flip the Senate and…
  John Hickenlooper · [email protected]
December 21, 2020 at 6:02 PM

3 points down

  I’m afraid I have some bad news: A recent poll out of Georgia shows Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock trailing three points behind their Republican opponents 48-51%. Mitch McConnell and his network of mega-donors are spending nearly $100 million to smear Jon and Rev. Warnock’s…