King's Chronicle Newsletter #8

On this edition of the King's Chronicle, see John & Michelle plunge in support of climate action, learn more about our upcoming statewide Promise to Progress tour, and more! [Logo]( [JOIN US]( [DONATE]( [CONTACT](mailto:info@johnkingforgovernor.com) The King's Chronicle:February 13, 2022 Thanks to supporters like you who make our work possible, Team King has had a busy past few weeks on the campaign trail. From plunging into the Potomac River to unveiling new policy (and our own daily word game: King for Marylandle) to preparing our statewide Promise to Progress Tour, we're so excited to share all we've been up to and what John and Michelle have coming up. We hope you'll read on to check out some recent campaign highlights, news clippings, event recaps, and upcoming ways to get involved. Onward, Team King Team King Updates GOING ON TOUR: This Thursday, John and Michelle will officially file to be on the ballot! To celebrate the promise of progress the King-Siri ticket represents, we're launching a statewide tour across Maryland and we'd love for you to join us along the way. To learn about upcoming stops near you, just text TEAM to 48178 for exclusive tour updates. WORDLE ON THE STREET: Team King made a special King for Marylandle edition of everyone's favorite online word game! With new words available to guess each day, pitch in any amount now and we'll send you the link to play: [( NEW POLICY JUST DROPPED: The ongoing pandemic has exposed deep economic inequities among Maryland women, and John and Michelle recently released their plan to address those inequities and build real economic progress. Read the plan here: [( John in the News THE WASHINGTON INFORMER: King: Gov. Hogan’s Budget Proposal Leaves Students In The Lurch “...I am particularly concerned about the inadequate funding in Governor Hogan’s budget to deliver on the promise of the Blueprint" [READ]( MARYLAND MATTERS: King-Siri Ticket Introduces Agenda To Break Down Economic Inequities for Md. Women “...their administration would attempt to build economic opportunities for women — by prioritizing paid family leave, affordable child care and a higher minimum wage.” [READ]( In The Margins Podcast: Creating a Culture of Civic Participation with Dr. John B. King Jr. “Widely commended for his lifelong dedication to education, Dr. King now wants to bring his fresh perspective as an educator to the governor’s seat of Maryland.” [LISTEN]( NEWSY Interview [John King Newsy Interview]( [WATCH]( John on the Road On Saturday, Feb. 12th, John, Michelle, and Team King joined CCAN in their annual Polar Plunge to show just how far (and cold) they're willing to go to protect our environment! [John & Michelle at Polar Plunge]( [John after Polar Plunge ]( On Wednesday, Feb. 9th, John met with the Dorchester Democrats and grew his grassroots movement. [John & Dorchester Dems]( On Sunday, Feb. 6th, John worshiped with the community of Redeemers Chapel and shared his vision for a brighter, more just future for Maryland. [John King at Redeemers Chapel]( Upcoming Events Interested in future events? Text MEET to 48178 or sign up below! [SIGN UP]( Promise to Progress Tour: Takoma Park Meet & Greet Feb. 17 @ 5PM [RSVP]( Promise to Progress Tour: Bethesda Meet & Greet Feb. 19 @ 1PM [RSVP]( Promise to Progress Tour Feb. 17 @ 11AM Lawyers Mall, Annapolis, MD [RSVP]( Town Hall: Progressive Harford County & John King Feb. 17 @ 6:30PM [RSVP]( Virtual Coalition Event: Educators for John King Feb. 22 @ 6:30PM [RSVP]( National Event: Virtual Fundraiser for John King Feb. 28 @ 6PM RSVP to: hspengler@johnkingforgovernor.com International Women's Day Virtual Fundraiser March 8 @ 5:30PM RSVP to: hspengler@johnkingforgovernor.com Boston Fundraiser Supporting John King Feb. 28 @ 7PM RSVP to: hspengler@johnkingforgovernor.com Chevy Chase Fundraiser Supporting John King March 8 @ 7PM RSVP to: hspengler@johnkingforgovernor.com Ways to Get Involved [VOLUNTEER]( [HOST AN EVENT]( [MERCH]( [DONATE]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( Paid for by John King for Governor, Eliza Leighton, Treasurer John King for Governor PO Box 8429 Silver Spring, MD 20907 United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please [unsubscribe](.