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Wound Licking

In many ways this election cycle was Midwest Values PAC’s most successful. We raised more from more contributors than ever before and were able to support more candidates, state parties, Democratic organizations and ground-game operations than we had ever supported in the past. So, thank you.

But while we helped win quite a few races at almost every level, we were on the losing end of more than we hoped. We helped elect House members, including my former judiciary counsel, Josh Riley, who defeated the incumbent Republican in NY-19. We also helped quite a few U.S. Senators win, but lost some in Ohio and Montana — and we’re awaiting the final results from Pennsylvania, Nevada, and Arizona.

Frankly, I am shaken by the size of Trump’s win. Clearly, we are in a very difficult period as a country. But even as we lick our wounds, we can’t give up the fight. So much of Trump’s agenda is dangerous and must be resisted. We owe it to ourselves and our democracy.

This is just a note of appreciation for all your generosity. I’ll be giving you a rest before I start bugging you again as we turn our attention to raising for the 2026 cycle. Just know the fight must continue, and it will.

Al

P.S. As you know, this P.S. is usually just an excuse to put in another “ask.” This one is an excuse to put in another “thank you.” So, THANK YOU!

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Somehow, it’s been 20 years since I started Midwest Values PAC to help Democrats win elections — from progressive organizations to state legislatures to Congress to the White House — who share the values I grew up with in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

Since 2006, Midwest Values PAC has invested more than $4 million in 341 candidates and organizations — and counting. 

Of course, none of this happens without you (or supporters like you) who care enough to pitch in.

As we mark our 20th anniversary, the work is more urgent than ever. This year, we have a big job: flip the House, take the Senate, and win up and down the ballot at the state and local level.

To mark our 20th year, we’ve set an ambitious goal: 26,000 contributions by Election Day 2026.

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Thanks for being part of this fight, and for sticking with us for 20 years (or for just joining — welcome!).

Al

P.S. Over the years, okay, decades, we’ve helped Democrats win tough races all across the country by investing early, intelligently, and strategically. That’s how you flip seats. That’s how you protect democracy. And that’s how you stop the worst impulses of a president who never should have been president in the first place.

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