Examples of Close of 3rd Quarter 2015 Fundraising Emails

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Examples of End of 3rd Quarter 2015 Fundraising Emails

Whether the candidates are "under the microscope" or "under the gun" they want your donation, even if it is only $1. It is interesting to see the different appeals used and approaches used. On September 29, the day before the deadline, I received 19 fundraising emails from 12 campaigns, including half a dozen from Hillary Clinton's campaign. It is also interesting to see that the campaigns are mailing some of their appeals through outside lists.

Time Sent	Campaign	Subject Line
8:02	Kasich for America	Wednesday
8:07	Carson America	Join my fight against political correctness
10:48	Hillary for America	We're under the microscope:
12:05	Jindal for President	On the list?
1:04	Rand Paul for President	32 supporters needed in your area
2:03	Hillary for America	Let's shatter this glass ceiling, Eric
2:23	Carly for President	Under the gun
2:34	Lindsey Graham 2016	48 Hours
2:35	Huckabee for President	top supporters only
3:46	O'Malley for President	Quick question:
3:58	Santorum for President 2016	My commitment to you.
4:23	Cruz for President	Fwd: dropping out
4:33	Hillary for America*	The [clock icon] is ticking...
5:04	Hillary for America	A critical deadline for my campaign
5:48	Marco Rubio for President	37 Georgia supporters needed
6:18	Santorum for President 2016	now is the time
6:55	Hillary for America	They're wrong about you, Eric
8:46	Hillary for America	I believe in Hillary -- do you, Eric?
9:26	Marco Rubio for President	Eric, can I count on you today

Kasich for America
[Governor John Kasich<email@conservativeintel.com>]
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 8:02 AM
Subject: Wednesday

Fellow Conservative, I am running for President because I believe that together we can offer voters a positive vision of a stronger America and end the divisiveness that has plagued our country for too many years.

We have a critical fundraising deadline this Wednesday and I could use your help to keep up our momentum.

I am very proud of my conservative record; leading the effort to balance the federal budget, eighteen years of national security experience on the defense committee, two election victories as governor in THE key swing state of Ohio, and record tax cuts in Ohio, along with more than 300,000 jobs created..

It's a record that was only possible with the hard work of a great team and I hope to earn your support and your vote. Will you chip in $25 or more right now to help with our September fundraising goal?

Since announcing my candidacy in July, our team has continued to grow stronger and it seems like we're announcing major endorsements almost every day!

Several recent polls show that I am the only Republican candidate defeating Hillary Clinton in both Ohio and New Hampshire. With your help, we can build on this support and win.

Fellow Conservative, together we can strengthen America.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

-John

John Kasich
Governor of Ohio

Carson America, Inc.
Ben Carson<email@nationalteapartyalert.com>
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 8:07 AM
Subject: Join my fight against political correctness

Friend,

I hate political correctness. It's dangerous.

It's preventing us from speaking honestly about our challenges, our differences and our culture.

I'm willing to stand up and fight it, but I need to know if you'll join me.

Case in point -- last week I said that a key part of Islam known as Shariah law was not compatible with the U.S. Constitution and that I couldn't support a Muslim candidate for President unless these tenets were fully renounced.

For example, under Shariah law women must be subservient and people following other religions must be killed.

The media, the Left, and even some fellow Republicans rushed to condemn me. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) called on me to drop out of the race.

How ridiculous.

The Judeo-Christian values upon which America was built allowed us to become the greatest force for good on the planet. We shouldn't give them away in the name of political correctness.

I need to know if you will stand with me before the vitally important third fundraising quarter ends on Wednesday night. Will you make a donation to my campaign right now?

[Elaborate "Stand up for American Values. Stand Against Political Correctness. Donate Button with photo of Carson]

Everywhere I go I see more and more people waking up, ready to push back and revive America. We've now accepted over 550,000 grassroots donations. Over 4 million people have joined me on Facebook. A new NBC/Wall Street Journal poll has me tied with Donald Trump for first place. Our momentum is growing every day and I need your help now more than ever.

Across this nation people will look at how much we raise this quarter to see if we're serious. We are very serious and I need you to stand with me now by making a donation.

I'm not a politician with my finger in the wind. As your President, I will do what I believe is right and just -- even if it makes the PC crowd uncomfortable.

I will secure the border and enforce our laws. I will call our enemy by its name -- radical Islam -- and protect the American people. I will institute a flat tax that is simple and fair, and close the special interest loopholes. I will protect religious liberty, because it's what makes America free.

Please join me by donating to my campaign before Wednesday night's critical deadline.

If the next generation is going to have the same opportunities that you and I had, we're going to have to stand up and fight for our values.

We can't be afraid of being called names. We know what needs to be done. Please join me.

Sincerely,
[signature]
Ben Carson

Hillary for America
Hillary Clinton<info@hillaryclinton.com>
Tues. Sept. 29, 2015 at 10:48 AM
Subject: We’re under the microscope:

I wouldn’t ask if it weren’t important, Eric.

Let me know you’re with me. Can you donate $1 or more before tomorrow night?

Tomorrow is a critical FEC fundraising deadline that will be reported on and scrutinized, so I need to know you’ve got my back:

[DONATE $1 BUTTON]

Thanks,

Hillary

Jindal for President
[Team Jindal<bobby@teamjindal.net>]
Tues. Sept. 29, 2015 at 12:05 PM
Subject: On the list?

Tomorrow marks a critical fundraising deadline for Governor Jindal’s Presidential campaign.

There is no donation in our system currently associated with this email: x@gmail.com

There is still time to chip in $50, $25 or even $10 before tomorrow night’s deadline.

Your generous contribution will go directly to our lean & mean campaign on the ground in Iowa.

Even $1 will get you on our grassroots donor list so Bobby knows you are with him.

Rand Paul for President
[Rand Paul<rand.paul@randpaul2016.com>]
Tues. Sept. 29, 2015 at 1:04 PM
Subject: 32 supporters needed in your area

Real quick, eric --

The September 30th End of Quarter Fundraising Deadline is just over 24 hours away. This is by far THE most critical fundraising deadline I've ever faced.

The press and the Big Government establishment of BOTH parties are already sniffing around to see if my campaign has the grassroots support and resources it will take to surge to the top of the Republican Primary polls.

My campaign is laying the groundwork to have an unmatched presence in Iowa, New Hampshire, South Carolina and Nevada, but the liberal media's constant smear campaign has me worried.

That's why I'm asking 32 supporters in your area to help me bust through the noise the media is generating and send a clear message before Wednesday's FEC reporting deadline that my campaign has the grassroots muscle to win.

Can I count on you to please stand with me during this most critical time?

32 DONATIONS NEEDED
eric %%Last_Name%% [action08@gmail.com]
DONATION STATUS: ## MISSING ##

Unlike many of my opponents, my campaign isn't funded by a bunch of Wall Street fat-cats and special interests who are looking for special deals, breaks and bailouts.

I'm not "their guy," and I never will be. I'm yours.

For the first time in decades, you and I have a true chance to nominate a Republican who will take a sledgehammer to the Washington Machine.

This race could not be more wide open. So every dollar counts.

Every dollar you can give will help me pay for the critical travel bills for the campaign stops, bumper stickers, phone banks, U.S. mail, social media outreach and Internet and TV ads it will take to surge to the top.

But time is running out. The September 30th FEC deadline is just 24 hours away, so PLEASE make your most generous contribution right away.

Thank you in advance for your continued support.

[Chip in $10 Immediately Button]

[Chip in $25 Immediately Button]

[Chip in $50 Immediately Button]

[Chip in $100 Immediately Button]

[Or donate another amount Button]

Thanks,
Rand

Hillary for America
Hillary Clinton<info@hillaryclinton.com>
Tues. Sept. 29, 2015 at 2:03 PM
Subject: Let's shatter this glass ceiling, Eric

Eric --

No woman has ever been the presidential nominee of a major American political party.

I think it’s past time we shattered that particular glass ceiling. Eric, if you’re with me, chip in $1 or more before midnight tomorrow.

Here’s the truth: The polls are tight, and there’s no guarantee I’ll win this primary. I want to stand onstage at the Democratic National Convention and accept our party’s nomination -- but I won’t get there without your help.

Our fundraising deadline is midnight tomorrow. Please chip in $1 or whatever you can right now:

[DONATE $1 BUTTON]

Thanks,

Hillary

Carly for President
[Amy Frederick<info@carlyforpresident.com>]
Tues. Sept. 29, 2015 at 2:23 PM
Subject: Under the gun

Eric,

Can we count on you to stand with Carly, by donating just $13 right now?

Tomorrow is the deadline for our quarterly fundraising report to the FEC.

After two debate victories, Carly's now in second place for the Republican nomination--but our opponents will be watching our fundraising to see if Carly has the backing she needs to keep up that incredible momentum.

Please--pitch in just $13, and help us take this race all the way to the White House.

Thanks,

Amy Frederick
Senior Advisor
Carly for President

Lindsey Graham 2016
[Lindsey Graham<campaign@lindseygraham.com>]
Tues. Sept. 29, 2015 at 2:34 PM
Subject: 48 Hours

[3rd Quarter Deadline graphic with timer counting down]

Friend,

I'm emailing you today because less than 48 hours remain before our critical 3rd Quarter Fundraising deadline.

Can I count on you right now, Friend? Will you please chip in $15, $25, $50 or more to help guarantee that we are able to post strong numbers?

The crowds at our events are growing. More people are signing up to volunteer. It is the success of these gatherings that will enable me to steadily build a solid army of supporters in the early primary states - citizens who will deliver powerful results when the votes are counted and put me in the top tier of presidential contenders.

As I pursue this grassroots strategy - especially in the early voting states of Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina - and build a growing campaign infrastructure, I need your help. Please make a contribution by clicking one of the buttons below:

I know I have asked for your support before, but your help today is critical. You see, Friend, a lot is riding on the numbers we report. My opponents will view it as a sign of the strength of our campaign, and the media will use it as a barometer to measure the support we have.

Please follow this link to give as generously as you can to our campaign.

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
[signature]
Lindsey Graham

Huckabee for President
[Mike Huckabee<MikeHuckabee@mikehuckabee.com>]
Tues. Sept. 29, 2015 at 2:35 PM
Subject: ** top supporters only **

Friend,

I need to ask you for something important: Will you make an immediate contribution of $50 or more to my campaign for President?

If yes, please go here to make your immediate donation.

Your response today is critical. I’ve sent this email to my top supporters only and if everyone contributes $50 we will raise the money we need to reach our online goal before our September 30 deadline. This is the most important fundraising goal we have set yet so reaching this goal is a top priority for our entire campaign.

I know you are committed to my campaign for President – I am asking you to redouble your support with a $50 donation today.

Stand with me, our fight has only just begun!

Mike Huckabee

P.S. If you feel more comfortable, donating by mail please send your donation to the address below. Time is of the essence to please make sure to drop it in the mail, before September 30:

Huckabee for President
Attention: Website Team
PO Box 3357
Little Rock, AR 72203

If you want to contribute something smaller, please consider becoming a Ballot booster with a donation of $16. Ballot boosters are helping our efforts to get on every ballot in the country:

https://www.mikehuckabee.com/ballot-booster

[DONATE BUTTON]

O'Malley for President
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 3:46 PM
Subject: Quick question:

Friend,

I wouldn't reach out unless this was a big deal: we have just over 24 hours until our next FEC deadline and I need your help. Will you join the campaign with a donation today? Add your name to the growing list of supporters who believe we can rebuild the American Dream together.

Donate $25 or whatever you can afford today.

[BIG DONATE BUTTON]

Thanks,

Martin O'Malley

Santorum for President 2016

[Rick Santorum<info@ricksantorum.com]
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 3:58 PM
Subject: My commitment to you.

As you know, Eric, I’ve spoken with more voters in Iowa and South Carolina than any candidate in this race. Every day, I meet folks who share our values — they want a better life for their children and grandchildren unburdened by government, they want to be protected from Radical Islam, and they want to fight Planned Parenthood. They’re hard working Americans, who deserve to have their voices heard.

Unfortunately, the media has chosen to ignore real Americans facing real issues. Instead, they are churning out story after story about petty Twitter fights and, of course, themselves.

There’s only one way I know how to fight back and that’s to continue to work, day-in and day-out, meeting and speaking with the folks who really matter to me — everyday Americans. That’s the commitment I made from day one. As other candidates choose to meet with big-money donors, I've made the commitment to hear what the people have to say. I’m sticking to that.

But I can’t do it alone, Eric. I’m writing to ask a personal favor. Are you able to chip in $25, $50, or $100 to keep me on the road as the only candidate taking on the issues that matter the most to us?

I’m committed to this. Will you join me?

-- Rick

Cruz for President
[heidi.c@tedcruz.org<news@americanactiondaily.com>]
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 4:23 PM
Subject: Fwd: dropping out

[American Action News graphic]

I talked with Ted late last night, and he asked me to update you this morning.

Friend, we're still almost $200,000 short of our End of Quarter Goal.

If we can't close the gap — Washington insiders will gleefully use disappointing numbers as a reason to rip Ted apart.

Click here to chip in $250, $50, or $35.

Other campaigns have been forced to fold under the pressure...will you help me have Ted's back?

- Heidi

Sent from my iPhone

Begin forwarded message from ted@tedcruz.org on Sept. 23rd:

[Cruz logo graphic]

Friend,

I'm sure you've heard...the crowded field of presidential candidates is beginning to thin out, and what you may not know -- money was a big factor.

That's why I'm emailing you today.

Right now, we are still more than $400,000 short of our End of Quarter Goal.

Since TWO of my fellow conservative candidates have been forced to drop out due to lack of funds, it is more urgent now than ever that I have your support before the hard cutoff of my fundraising deadline on Sept. 30th.

I've asked my staff to put a clock below to show the amount of time left before my Federal Election Commission (FEC) fundraising deadline.

[FEC Deadline Countdown graphic with timer counting down]

Friend, I'm personally asking: will you to chip in $35, $50, or $250 right now -- BEFORE the clock runs out?

After September 30th, EVERY presidential campaign must file financial reports with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) detailing our contributions and expenditures. Once results are made public, every media outlet will have immediate access and begin scrutinizing each candidate's report.

I can feel it...Republicans across the country are fed up and will not allow the establishment to pick another "Campaign Conservative" nominee if we can offer them a proven conservative alternative!

Friend, the bottom line is this: a grassroots campaign like ours can't afford setbacks. If our fundraising is not as strong as we need it to be -- Washington insiders will use our disappointing numbers against us.

We're building real momentum in key states, but we must keep the campaign doors open if we want to fight off the Washington Cartel and be the ones to reignite liberty.

Will you respond ASAP using one of the secure buttons below?

[$35 Stop-Gap Donation Button]

[$50 Stop-Gap Donation Button]

[$250 Stop-Gap Donation Button]

[$1000 Stop-Gap Donation Button]

Your urgent gift is key -- I've met tens of thousands of active Republicans over the past few weeks, and I'm telling you, they are rising up as the new generation of courageous conservatives willing to take a stand and fight for the soul of the GOP and the future of our country.

But we have to reach them!

We need more than a "Campaign Conservative" -- will you help me stay in this race?

For liberty,
[signature]
Ted Cruz

P.S. I cannot overstate how important it is that we post strong fundraising numbers! The reporting deadline is September 30th. So please, make a contribution of $35, $50, or more immediately.

Hillary for America
[Official Clinton Campaign<info@hillaryclinton.com>
Tues. Sept. 29, 2015 at 4:33 PM
Subject: The [clock icon] is ticking...

ed. note: This was 2 conjoined emails, the first (below) was attached to the above one and sent at 12:03. Bother were animated graphics only.

EMILY's List
[Hillary Clinton<information@emilyslist.org>]
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 5:04 PM
Subject: A critical deadline for my campaign

Eric —

I hear stories on the campaign trail from folks who have scrimped and saved in order to contribute to my campaign — I don't take that lightly, Eric.

Those are the stories that stick with me on the late nights or during the long travels. I'll never forget the folks who've gotten us to this point in the race, including many of you in the EMILY's List community.

On September 30th, I'm facing one of our biggest fundraising tests of the election so far, and I'm counting on you to come through.

Donate $3 directly to my campaign before our critical deadline tomorrow night:

https://action.emilyslist.org/End-Of-Quarter

Thanks,

Hillary

[DONATE BUTTON]

Marco Rubio for President
[Jessica Ennis, MarcoRubio.com<replies@marcorubio.com>]
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 5:48 PM
Subject: 37 Georgia supporters needed

Eric -

It's our next to last day before the latest critical fundraising deadline, so I'm helping the finance team by reviewing our participation records. Here's what I found:

We still need 37 supporters in Georgia to donate in order to reach our participation goal.

[DONATE BUTTON]

Click here to make an immediate contribution of any amount and help Georgia reach its goal.

That's right: any amount. Our goal is not just to raise as much as we can to support Marco, it's also making sure our supporters are committed this campaign.

I hope you'll make the investment right now.

Sincerely,

Jessica Ennis
Political Director
Marco Rubio for President

[DONATE BUTTON]

Santorum for President 2016

[Rick Santorum<info@ricksantorum.com]
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 6:18 PM
Subject: now is the time

Eric --
This week is a big milestone for our campaign. The whole nation will be watching. They know
we’re powered by the grassroots -- not the SuperPACs -- and they’ll be looking to see how many people like you are standing with us.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to get involved, now is that time.

[DONATE BUTTON]

Rick

Hillary for America
[Hillary Clinton<info@hillaryclinton.com>]
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 6:55 PM
Subject: They're wrong about you, Eric

Eric --

There are a lot of people out there hoping that we don't hit our fundraising goal before midnight tomorrow.

I know you’re going to prove them wrong:

[DONATE $10 BUTTON]

Thanks,

Hillary

Hillary for America
Huma Abedin, Official Clinton Campaign<info@hillaryclinton.com>
Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 8:46 PM
Subject: I believe in Hillary --do you, Eric?

Eric --

Hillary and I are on the road a lot. When we travel, Hillary relies on me for campaign updates. There’s one thing she’s going to ask this week: How many people stepped up and gave before the FEC fundraising deadline?

I want to be able to say, “Hillary, look how many people are with you in this fight.” Be by her side -- donate $10 or whatever you can before the deadline.

It'll mean the world to her to know you have her back -- and make no mistake about it, she has yours.

We’ve got less than 48 hours left. Help me deliver good news to Hillary by chipping in $10 before midnight tomorrow:

[DONATE $10 BUTTON]

Thanks,

Huma Abedin
Vice Chair
Hillary for America

Marco Rubio for President
[Marco Rubio<replies@marcorubio.com>]

Tue. Sept. 29, 2015 at 9:26 PM
Subject: Eric, can I count on you today?

Eric,

I know you get a lot of email, but I wouldn't be sending this unless it was urgent. And it is.

Our campaign's most important fundraising deadline is less than 48 hours away and all eyes are on my campaign. You see, the media and Democrats know the threat that my campaign and supporters pose to them when we win next November, and they are anxious to claim we are losing support and see me defeated. I need your immediate action to ensure that doesn't happen.

Eric, can I count on you today? I asked my campaign to put together unique donation buttons just for you:

[$10 Donation Button]

[$15 Donation Button]

[$25 Donation Button]

[$40 Donation Button]

In order to reach Americans in every state and every corner of our great country, it is going to take all hands on deck. We will need offices across the country building infastructure needed to enlist volunteers, supporters and allies. It is going to cost a hefty amount to run a winning campaign, and your financial contribution today will ensure we are able to begin our campaign with the best possible assets.

Please follow this link to make a much needed contribution before our September 30th deadline.

The time has come for our generation to lead the way toward a New American Century. Your donation today will send a strong message to the leftist mainstream media that our campaign has the fortitude of thousands in every state and corner of the United States; and together we are going to take our country back.

Your support today is pivotal to my campaign's success. So as a personal favor to me, will you stand with me today by making an online contribution?

Eric, I hope to have your support as I embark on this journey to create a New American Century.

Sincerely,

Marco Rubio
Republican Candidate for President

P.S. September 30th will be here before we know it. The fastest way to make a contribution is by making one right now from this email. You will be directed to a secure donation page, where all of your information is guarded and securely stored.

Your donation of $10 or more will ensure our campaign will be able to show the country the support our campaign has. Thank you. - Marco