Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez just released an earth-shattering announcement [re: tampon tax] ⤵⤵

This may shock you. At Elect Democratic Women we know that Congress cannot and will not address the urgent needs of women and their families without equal representation. We support Democratic women running for office nationwide. But if you'd like to receive fewer emails, [Click Here.]( Or if you'd like to unsubscribe, [Click Here.]( [{NAME} -- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez just SMASHED the Tampon Tax ⤵⤵]( "[If you are a person that needs a...menstruation product of any kind, you are subject to what’s known as the pink tax."]( - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez [ [ [She’s 100% correct -- the Tampon Tax FORCES women and menstruating people to pay more for tampons and pads needed every month. It’s GOT to GO!!]( [So we’re launching a petition to support ENDING the Tampon Tax! And we need every single Democrat reading this to sign NOW!! >>]( [8,000 DIGITAL SIGNATURES NEEDED: SUPPORT ENDING THE TAMPON TAX >>]( [If we can collect 8,000 signatures in the next [1] hour we can PROVE undeniable support for ENDING the antiquated Tampon Tax!!]( [ {NAME} -- The Tampon Tax applies an additional sales tax on menstrual products like pads and tampons as “luxury items.” It FORCES women and menstruating people to spend more to protect their health!! [And access to these products has diminished even further during the pandemic. It’s OUTRAGEOUS.]( [ [These facts may upset you:]( → Women and menstruating people who can’t afford tampons and pads are being forced to choose between their HEALTH and buying groceries. → Many people who can’t afford tampons must resort to UNSAFE practices, putting their health in danger. → Girls and young menstruating people who can’t afford tampons and pads will often MISS SCHOOL during their periods, furthering a divide in access to education. That’s why we’re THRILLED to see bold Democratic women like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez calling attention to this huge issue. [BECAUSE MAKE NO MISTAKE: In order for our country to be more equitable, the Tampon Tax MUST END!!]( [We’re doing everything in our power to make that happen. We need you to stand with 7,999 people in the next HOUR to ensure your voice is heard! If you care about women’s rights, please sign right now >>]( [I SUPPORT ENDING THE TAMPON TAX >>]( Thanks for signing, Elect Democratic Women This message was sent to: [{EMAIL}](#) [Click here to receive fewer emails.]( | [Click here to unsubscribe.]( [Elect Democratic Women](#) PAID FOR BY ELECT DEMOCRATIC WOMEN ([ELECTDEMOCRATICWOMEN.ORG]( AND NOT AUTHORIZED BY ANY CANDIDATE OR CANDIDATE’S COMMITTEE This message was sent to: {EMAIL} If you’d like to change or update your email address, click [here.]( If you'd like to receive fewer emails, click [here.]( If you’d like to unsubscribe from our emails, click [here.]( Thank you for supporting Elect Democratic Women. Our organization was formed by a group of Democratic Congresswomen who understood that Congress cannot and will not address the urgent needs of women and their families without equal representation in Congress. We’re committed to electing more pro-choice Democratic women to Congress. Republicans are rapidly chipping away women’s rights, so the stakes and the urgency could not be higher. [ We rely on grassroots donors like you to fund our efforts. If you'd like to donate to help our efforts, please click [here:]( [Donate $5 to Elect Democratic Women Today ➞]( If we elect more Democratic women we’ll be able to defeat Republicans, protect our reproductive rights, finally pass the Equal Rights Amendment, and so much more. [ Emails are a crucial way to stay in touch with our top supporters. If we're going to take on anti-abortion, anti-woman Republicans, we need you with us every step of the way. If you'd like to donate to support our efforts, please click [here:]( [Donate $5 to Elect Democratic Women Today ➞]( If you'd like to receive fewer emails, click [here.]( If you'd still like to unsubscribe from our emails, click [here.](