Hello Writers!
Did you know that summer is the most important time to postcard? Most postcarding shuts down when early voting starts in late September so we have only a few months left to reach our voters. And postcarding is the most effective when they get at least 2 cards. We have lots of work to do this summer!
A new research study was just released that shows a strong postcard campaign can increase turnout by 1.2%! IndiMarin’s focus is on those toss up races where the margin of victory is likely to be in that range. Our current campaigns are below:
Ohio (online and pick packets): Sherrod Brown is running for his 4th Senate term in a red state against an extremist who believes in an abortion ban without exceptions. The very successful reproductive freedom initiative last year and a new anti-gerrymandering initiative on the November ballot are energizing Democrats there. We are writing to encourage them to request their mail in ballot, a critical tool for our late GOTV work in this race.
Hear Senator Brown talk about this race here
Request packets to pick up (Marin only)
CA 47 (online requests only): Katie Porter won this district by less than 3% in 2022 but with her failed Senate bid, this is now an open seat and one where Dems are vulnerable. It is the top House target for Republicans this year and one we have to hold to take back control. Our candidate is Dave Min, a state senator from the area and known for his strong positions on climate, reproductive rights, and banking/housing policy.
Request addresses online to support Dave’s campaign.
CA 13 (online requests only): In 2022, Adam Gray lost by less than 1% - just 564 votes. A rematch with incumbent John Duarte will be equally close and makes this seat the top House target for Dems this year. Adam was born and raised in this Central Valley district and represented the area in the state Assembly for 10 years. Committed to rural/agricultural issues, health care, and education, he is also known for his ability to work across the aisle.
Hear Adam talk to our volunteers about this race
Request online addresses to support Adam’s campaign
Save the dates!
In Person Postcarding:
Action Sundays 3-5 PM: June 23, July 7, July 21: Join us to write postcards in San Rafael. RSVP here
Tuesday mornings 10-11:30 AM: Join us every Tuesday morning at Panera Bread in Novato for conversation and to write cards together. RSVP here
Zoom Events
Postcarding with IndiMarin Monday, July 8 5:30-6:30 PM PT: Join us virtually and hear updates on postcarding and our upcoming campaigns! RSVP here
You all sent over 10,000 postcards in May. Please join our efforts this month to write even more in our quest to write 100,000 in 2024 and win back our trifecta!
The IndiMarin Postcarding Team: Joy, Laurie, Dianne, Annie, and Maryann