Dear Bernie Sanders,

You're a (peaceful) fighter. We're (peaceful) fighters.

As supporters of the progressive movement that you have helped gain national traction, we respectfully request that you withhold any formal endorsement of Hillary Rodham Clinton before the convention has selected a nominee.

We understand that you are a man of integrity and your word. You have promised to support the eventual Democratic nominee and to help defeat Donald Trump.

You have also promised millions of your supporters that you would not give up until the convention has decided upon a presidential nominee.

As supporters of your campaign and progressive ideals, and as the cornerstone of financial support that has helped you take these most important issues as far as they have gone in the span of one primary season, it is incumbent upon you to fulfill this promise to your support base.

In addition, the near 2000 delegates that are attending the convention in support of your candidacy have faced significant financial hardship. It is only fair to them and the work they have gone through to earn their delegate status that they be allowed to participate in the convention as delegates supporting a presidential candidate that has not yet given up.

After the convention is concluded and a nominee is selected, it is entirely your own decision to choose who you personally support in the general election. It is within the hearts and minds of your supporters to either make the decision to agree with that choice or not. But until the convention is concluded, you are a candidate with millions of supporters nationwide who look to you as a symbol of hope and leadership.

With much respect,

Your supporters.