Jeanne's Cookies: There’s something you should know.

Friday, January 2, 2026

There’s something you should know.

Allow me explain where this all began.

For too long, I saw brilliant young leaders hesitate to run for office. I watched qualified, passionate women sit on the sidelines while men dominated our political landscape. I witnessed crucial voices go unheard in the rooms where decisions were made.

That's why I started Off the Sidelines.

I founded this organization because I believe our democracy is stronger when diverse voices have a seat at the table — and I'm not talking about just any seat. I'm talking about leadership positions.

Since launching Off the Sidelines, we've helped elect Democrats up and down the ballot. But right now, our progress is under threat.

With Republicans controlling the House and Senate, our hard-won gains on everything from health care to workers' rights are on the line.

That's why I'm personally asking you to rush your very first $10 donation of the year to Off the Sidelines. We need to raise as much as possible to beat the GOP this November if we're going to keep recruiting amazing Democrats, provide them with the resources they need to win and take back our majority.

Can I count on you to chip in right away?

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Together in the fight,

Kirsten Gillibrand
Founder, Off the Sidelines