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  Working Families Party · [email protected]
January 23, 2024 at 7:27 PM

Roe

John, This week, we should have been celebrating the 51st anniversary of Roe. But instead, it is yet another week where the right to an abortion is not guaranteed in nearly 50% of the states in this country.1 Ever since the Republican majority on the Supreme Court struck…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
January 19, 2024 at 6:44 PM

We need to defend all of our champions in Congress this year

John, To end Republican control of Congress, block the authoritarian right, and get things done for working people in this country, we need to defend all of our progressive champions in Congress — including Rep. Greg Casar, who we’re proud to officially endorse for re-elect…
  Team WFP · [email protected]
January 18, 2024 at 7:08 PM

Is there a candidate or two you’re excited about?

John, Every year, the Working Families Party endorses hundreds of candidates running for office. And 2024 is shaping up to be one of our biggest cycles yet. From city councils to county legislatures, from statehouses to Congress, we are looking for candidates who will help bu…
  WFP Election Alert · [email protected]
January 16, 2024 at 9:53 PM

Not exactly breaking news

John, The final results from last night’s Iowa Republican caucuses are in — and they aren’t exactly breaking news: Donald Trump and MAGA extremists continue to have a stranglehold on the entire Republican Party. It might be hard to believe, but there are just 42 weeks until…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
January 12, 2024 at 5:40 PM

What Republican megadonors know

The power we are building has not gone unnoticed — or unchallenged John, With your help over the past several years, we've been able to help elect some of the most progressive members of Congress in a generation. But the power we are building together has not gone unnotice…
  Team WFP · [email protected]
January 11, 2024 at 10:21 PM

A look ahead at the year’s fights

John, We’re hitting the ground running in the new year, with endorsements, WFP champs taking office, new GOTV efforts, and more. Check out your first WFP newsletter of 2024 for a look at the fight ahead! WFP champions take office across the country Eight WFP champions …
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
January 9, 2024 at 9:22 PM

Get your FREE Eat the Rich sticker today!

We’ve extended our sticker campaign, John! Donate $1 or more on this page before Friday, January 12th at midnight, and we’ll send you this Eat The Rich sticker for FREE as a way to show thanks and solidarity. Get your sticker now » As we start off the new year, a lot of us …
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
January 5, 2024 at 5:53 PM

Starting the new year off with a bang

We set an ambitious goal, and WFP members like you answered the call. Happy New Year, John! When we announced a few days before the New Year that a generous (real) individual donor would match up to $30,000 in online contributions, we knew we were setting an ambitious goal. Bu…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 10:36 PM

Give before midnight to help us kick off 2024 strong

There are just a few hours left of 2023,  John — and we're counting on contributions from grassroots donors like you to help us kick off an important election year strong. Before midnight tonight, can you rush a contribution of $10, or whatever you can afford, toward our en…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 5:48 PM

Just shy of our goal

Let's end 2023 on a high note. John — There’s less than 24 hours to go before we ring in the new year. And we’re looking forward to starting 2024 with a renewed sense of hope. Over the past few days since we launched our end-of-year fundraising drive, so many of you have o…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 30, 2023 at 5:56 PM

We ran the numbers

This is all thanks to WFP supporters like you. Become a Working Families Party Member! Other political groups have corporate donors. We have you. Just $10 a month supports our fight. Paid for by Working Families Party National PAC (77 Sands St. #6, Brooklyn, NY, 11201). …
  Maurice Mitchell · [email protected]
December 29, 2023 at 5:35 PM

They called this an “off year”

Will you join me in re-committing yourself to growing our multiracial working class movement? Dear John, As 2023 draws to a close, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together in the last year. But before I do, I need to ask something of you firs…
  WFP Digital Team · [email protected]
December 27, 2023 at 5:37 PM

Our records for this email address

We value every member of this community — and we know financial support is far from the only way WFP members contribute to building a country that works for all of us. Dear John, As the year draws to a close, we’re reaching out to you because the records we have on file f…
  Braeden Lentz, Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 26, 2023 at 5:32 PM

A generous (real!) individual donor

I wanted to send a quick update about our fundraising since we’re just a few days away from the end of 2023. Hi, John, this is Braeden — the Development Director here at WFP. I wanted to send a quick update about our fundraising since we’re just a few days away from the end…
  Nicolas O'Rourke, Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 23, 2023 at 5:39 PM

One city at a time

We need to transform the status quo that has held this country back for too long. Hi, John, it’s Nicolas O’Rourke. I’m a pastor and organizer — and the newest Working Families Party city councilmember in Philadelphia. In a few moments, I’m going to ask you to make an e…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 22, 2023 at 4:32 PM

VIDEO: Some reflections as we end the year

2023 was… a lot. 2023 was… a lot, John — and WFP National Director Maurice Mitchell has some reflections he’d like to share with you. Take a minute and a half to watch this end-of-year video message from Maurice about what we accomplished in 2023 and what we’ve got cooking for …
  Team WFP · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 6:56 PM

It’s sticker time

To show that you’re standing with the working class in 2024, get the Eat the Rich sticker by donating any amount today. Have you seen our new Eat the Rich sticker, John? Donate any amount on this page before 2024 and we’ll send one to you for free! Get the sticker When…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 20, 2023 at 12:00 AM

Take action to stop Trump-era immigration policies and funding for violence in Gaza

John, We’ve got an update for you on the Senate talks to pass a supplemental bill both funding Israel’s bombing campaign in Gaza and enacting some of the most extreme anti-immigration legislation in decades. Thanks in part to people like you making their voices heard, the Se…
  Team WFP · [email protected]
December 18, 2023 at 11:38 PM

A FREE sticker with your donation

John, This holiday season, we want to give you a gift to say thank you for everything you do to help grow our grassroots movement. From now until the end of the year, chip in any amount on this page to receive our new Eat the Rich sticker! Get the sticker We’ve seen …
  WFP Digital Team · [email protected]
December 16, 2023 at 5:38 PM

How do you think President Biden’s doing?

John, The world is changing every day, and as a grassroots political party for the many, we want to make sure that we’re as responsive as possible to our members and their concerns. Can you take our short WFP pulse survey to let us know how you’re feeling and what you want u…
  Defend Rashida Tlaib (via Working Families Party) · [email protected]
December 15, 2023 at 9:04 PM

Two candidates were offered $20 million to take on Rashida Tlaib

Republican billionaires and Super PACs like AIPAC are planning to spend $100 million or more to defeat Rashida Tlaib and other progressive leaders in Congress next year — all in order to engineer a MAGA takeover of Congress and the White House. We need t John, Not one but TWO…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 7:53 PM

Tell the Senate: NO to Trump-Era Immigration Policies

Let's tell the Senate loud and clear: NO to mass deportations, NO to family separations, and NO to funding violence abroad. Dear John, In a distressing turn of events, Senate negotiators are reportedly considering some of the most severe anti-immigrant legislation we've seen.1 …
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 12, 2023 at 10:39 PM

ENDORSEMENT ALERT: Sue Altman

John, In New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, we have an opportunity to help take back the House by electing one of WFP’s own to the House of Representatives. Sue Altman, an anti-corruption organizer, former teacher, professional basketball player, and four-year lead…
  Working Families Power · [email protected]
December 10, 2023 at 6:52 PM

Before midnight tonight, take a few minutes to get your free holiday postcards

Don’t miss tonight’s deadline for holiday postcards John — today is the LAST day for you to send free holiday postcards! Take a few minutes now to use our easy DIY guide. Send a postcard Your free postcards are a great way to reach your loved ones this holiday season, with…
  Defend Ilhan Omar (via Working Families Party) · [email protected]
December 8, 2023 at 8:26 PM

Endorsing: Ilhan Omar

Ilhan is already facing several primary challengers, and we need to show her we have hear back. John, Ever since Rep. Ilhan Omar first joined Congress, she has been a consistent voice for the voiceless — whether it’s fighting to cancel student loan debt, reforming our crimin…
  Working Families Power · [email protected]
December 6, 2023 at 11:26 PM

Do you have a couple of minutes now?

John, Time is running out to send FREE holiday postcards this season! Your holiday postcards only take a few minutes to set up, and are a great way to send cheer to your loved ones as we head into 2024 — as well as give them a physical reminder to take action in the new year. …
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
December 5, 2023 at 10:31 PM

Tell your Senator: Vote NO to unconditional U.S. military funding for the war in Gaza

The U.S. government must show leadership and use all its influence to help end the assault on Gaza and work towards the release of more hostages and lasting peace in the region. Seven days, John. That’s how long Palestinian civilians in Gaza were given to tend to their wounded,…
  Defend Jamaal Bowman (via Working Families Party) · [email protected]
December 4, 2023 at 8:22 PM

NEW: We must defend Jamaal Bowman against a primary challenge

A candidate just filed to primary one of WFP's biggest champions in Congress This just in, John — a candidate has filed with the FEC in New York's 16th congressional district to run against Jamaal Bowman in the Democratic primary. As one of our biggest champions in Congress, …
  Defend Jamaal Bowman (via Working Families Party) · [email protected]
December 1, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Let’s show Jamaal Bowman we have his back

One of WFP's biggest champions in Congress just came under attack from disgraced conman George Santos John, One of WFP's biggest champions in Congress, Jamaal Bowman, just came under attack from disgraced conman George Santos.1 But George Santos isn't the only one coming aft…
  Team WFP · [email protected]
November 30, 2023 at 10:52 PM

Stay warm this holiday season with NEW Working Families Party merch

This holiday season, John, give your loved ones the gift of WFP merch! Check out our NEW zip-up hoodies, T-shirts, and more: Stay warm this winter while rocking your WFPride in one of our new zip-up hoodies. Help the young WFPers in your life join the movement with a …
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 9:48 PM

AIPAC spending millions to primary our champions

We’ve taken on right-wing megadonors before and won — but with this unprecedented level of outside spending we’ll need to redouble our efforts in order to have the resources we need to fight back. John — Two potential candidates for U.S. Senate have now come forward to cl…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 29, 2023 at 12:02 AM

Join the phone bank to stop funding the war in Gaza

John, As early as next week, the Senate may vote on whether to send an additional $14 billion in US taxpayer money and US-made weapons to the Israeli military. Israel’s bombing campaign and ground invasion have already killed at least 15,000 Palestinians, most of them women …
  Working Families Power · [email protected]
November 27, 2023 at 11:36 PM

Send FREE holiday cards with Working Families Power

Picture this, John. It’s January 4, 2024. You’re unwinding after a busy holiday season, relieved to finally be home after all the visits to family and friends. You’re curled up with a cup of hot cocoa. You feel at peace. And then you realize: “OH NO! I CAN’T BELIEVE I FORG…
  Team WFP · [email protected]
November 25, 2023 at 4:37 PM

It's been a busy November

John, It’s been a busy November, with voters for hundreds of our endorsed candidates going to the polls, and our activists and members continuing to boldly organize for the changes our country needs. There’s a lot to catch up on since our last roundup, so let's get to it! WF…
  Kendra Brooks and Nicolas O'Rourke, Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 24, 2023 at 4:54 PM

Our movement owes it to you

Against all odds, but with hard work and principled organizing, the future of Philadelphia just got a little brighter — and we truly couldn't have made it here without your dedicated support. Hi John, it's Kendra Brooks and Nicolas O’Rourke. As we look back on a whirlwind of an…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 21, 2023 at 8:26 PM

HAPPENING TOMORROW: Ceasefire Now Phone Bank

John, did you get our invite to our Ceasefire Now Phone Bank happening tomorrow, November 22 at 3 PM ET/ 12 PM PT? In the last week since we sent it, 17 new members of Congress have called for a ceasefire in Gaza, including the first Jewish lawmaker, WFP champion Becca Balint…
  Defend Cori Bush (via Working Families Party) · [email protected]
November 20, 2023 at 7:31 PM

Right-wing forces target Squad member Cori Bush

John, On October 16th, Rep. Cori Bush introduced a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Gaza, humanitarian aid, and the safe return of hostages, to save as many lives as possible. Two weeks later, a primary challenger announced he would try and defeat her.1 Sinc…
  WFP Digital Team · [email protected]
November 18, 2023 at 6:50 PM

Survey: What do you think of President Biden’s performance?

This is an important moment for us to hear what's on your mind. With so much happening in the world right now, we want to know where you stand, John. We want to hear your thoughts on President Biden’s performance, as well as Democrats in Congress. We want to know which issues a…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 16, 2023 at 11:22 PM

Preview of the 2024 Democratic primaries

This is bad, John. Yesterday, reports emerged that the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) is prepared to spend over $100 MILLION to oust Working Families Party champions from Congress in 2024. Reps. Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib, Ayanna Pressley, Cori Bush, Jamaal …
  Team WFP · [email protected]
November 15, 2023 at 9:11 PM

We're targeting these six vulnerable Republicans in 2024

In order to take back the House, we need to start laying the groundwork right now John — Last week, we proved the pundits wrong again when progressives won big across the country. But with 2024 on the horizon, we can’t let up, not even for a minute. The 2024 cycle st…
  Working Families Power · [email protected]
November 14, 2023 at 10:57 PM

Free holiday postcards for your loved ones

John, As we head into the end of the year, especially one marked by so much hardship around the world, we think it’s important to connect with the people we love and ensure that they’re ready to take action before the pivotal 2024 election. So, this year, we’re excited to lau…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 11, 2023 at 8:07 PM

“The calls and letters are making a difference”

Check out this headline from HuffPost, John: Over the last month, thousands of WFP members like you have joined the movement for a ceasefire in Gaza, calling your congressional offices, emailing your representatives, and joining phone banks to encourage others to do the same…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 10, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Progressive champions in Congress under attack

After Democratic Rep. Summer Lee bravely spoke out in support of the Palestinian men, women, and children of Gaza and joined others in calling for a ceasefire — the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) hit back with a six-figure ad buy to smea One of our biggest ch…
  Maurice Mitchell, Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 9, 2023 at 12:45 AM

About last night

These victories and more could not be possible without members like you. John, I’m writing to you today from Philadelphia, where last night, we made history. In Philly, the City Council reserves two seats for the minority party — historically, that’s been the Republican Part…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 5, 2023 at 6:39 PM

A Turning Point for Labor

This is proof that collective action works — and that when working people come together across our differences, anything is possible. John, With all the bad news in the world right now, you may have missed an incredible victory for workers across the country last week: After s…
  Team WFP · [email protected]
November 3, 2023 at 9:51 PM

Four days out, here’s how you can help elect WFP champions

John, Election Day is this Tuesday, November 7th, and wherever you live, you can help get WFP champions over the finish line in the final four days! We’re throwing down for over 750 endorsed candidates in 15 states, and we need to make sure that voters have what they need to…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
November 2, 2023 at 9:08 PM

A tired play from billionaire Jeffrey Yass

A last-minute flood of billionaire money has just hit the Philadelphia City Council race, John. Jeffrey Yass, a GOP megadonor and Pennsylvania’s richest man, has just rushed a whopping $300,000 into a super PAC to sink WFP’s Kendra Brooks and Nicolas O’Rourke1 — our two progr…
  Team WFP · [email protected]
November 1, 2023 at 6:58 PM

Glenn Youngkin wants to ban abortion in VA

During an interview with Fox News, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin admitted to what we’ve all feared. Halloween may be over, but this is really scary, John. During an interview with Fox News, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin admitted to what we’ve all feared: If Republican…
  Working Families Party · [email protected]
October 31, 2023 at 8:10 PM

Tomorrow’s phone bank

John, Last week, hundreds of WFP members came together for a national phone bank urging your members of Congress to support a ceasefire in Gaza. And volunteers and supporters like you helped make it one of our most successful phone banks ever, with over 18,000 calls in just tw…
  Team WFP · [email protected]
October 30, 2023 at 7:10 PM

Here are just some of the things we’ve learned about Mike Johnson (so far)

We did a little digging about Mike Johnson. And it turns out he’s everything you might expect — and worse. John, Last week, after three weeks of infighting, House Republicans finally elected a Speaker of the House they could all agree on: Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA). Never …