Received this e-mail today from U.S. Senator Kamala Harris (D. CA) in support of her colleague, U.S. Senator Tina Smith’s (D. MN) U.S. Senate campaign:
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In just a few moments I’m going to ask you to add a contribution to support my friend and colleague, Tina Smith. I know you get a lot of asks to donate like this one, so I hope you’ll give me a moment to tell you why I believe this is so important.
First, Tina Smith has been a fearless progressive who has challenged pharmaceutical companies and large corporations who value their interests over those of working people. And when we rallied this month against Trump’s immigrant family separation policy, Tina was fighting alongside me demanding an end to these human rights abuses.
Second, Tina is from Minnesota — a state Donald Trump was 1.5 points away from winning in 2016. Republicans think they can flip this seat and they’re running a radical candidate who wants to build Trump’s terrible border wall.
Finally, there is ZERO chance of taking back the U.S. Senate if Tina loses this election — meaning we won’t be able to prevent this White House from advancing their agenda next year.
Can I count on you to rush a donation of $10 or more to Tina’s campaign today? I’m asking because losing Tina’s voice would be devastating to stopping Trump’s agenda. Pitch in now.
I’m trying to help Tina raise $50,000 in grassroots contributions before this Saturday’s FEC fundraising deadline. Your support would go a long way toward helping us get there. I hope I can count on you.
Thanks for everything,
—Kamala
Click here to donate to Smith’s campaign.