abarrett, Author at AFP Action

AFP Action Endorses Derrick Anderson for VA-07

abarrett on July 4, 2024

Richmond, VA—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today endorsed Derrick Anderson in his bid for the District 07 U.S. House of Representatives seat.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Tim Parrish released the following statement:

“As the homegrown candidate who deeply understands his community, AFP Action believes Derrick Anderson is the best candidate to represent the hardworking families of the 7th Congressional District.

“Anderson is a fresh voice and a new leader who will deliver for VA-07. He knows exactly how folks are struggling with the cost of living, and he is prepared to bring solutions to Washington. Additionally, as a former Special Forces Green Beret, he emphasizes the need for improving veterans’ benefits and support.

“With inflation higher than it’s ever been, we are at a critical point in our country and need strong leaders like Derrick Anderson in Washington. AFP Action looks forward to putting the full weight of its grassroots capabilities behind him and see him elected as Virginia’s newest congressman in November.”

AFP Action Congratulates State Rep. Gabe Evans on Primary Victory

abarrett on June 26, 2024

DENVER, CO – Tonight, State Representative Gabe Evans won the Republican nomination in his bid to face off with Yadira Caraveo for Colorado’s 8th congressional district.

Upon the race call, AFP Action Senior Advisor Jesse Mallory released the following statement:

“Rep. Caraveo has failed to be an independent voice for Coloradans in Congress. Instead, she’s voted time and again in lockstep with Joe Biden. Coloradans are struggling with high inflation and the skyrocketing cost of living in the state and deserve a leader who will stand up to their party bosses.

“From his time as a police officer to his role in the legislature, State Rep. Gabe Evans has dedicated his life to the service of his community. This dedication to public service will continue in Congress as Rep. Evans has vowed to rein in Washington’s reckless spending and stop the attempts to stifle the American energy industry.

“AFP Action congratulates Rep. Evans on tonight’s victory. As we look to November, AFP Action intends to put the full weight of its grassroots capability behind Evans’ candidacy to unseat Caraveo.”

Americans for Prosperity Action Kansas Announces Endorsement for Congressional District 2

abarrett on June 25, 2024

AFP Action KS Endorses Former State Senator and Attorney General Derek Schmidt to fill Rep. Jake LaTurner’s Seat

Topeka, KS—Americans for Prosperity Action-Kansas (AFPA-KS) is putting the weight of its grassroots base behind former State Senator and Attorney General Derek Schmidt to serve constituents of congressional district two in Washington.

AFPA-KS will launch digital and mail campaigns, as well as grassroots efforts, to educate Kansans on why Schmidt is the best candidate for the job and how he aligns with Kansas values.

AFPA-KS Senior Advisor, Liz Patton, made the following statement:

“Derek’s long record of public service demonstrates his ability to protect the interests of Kansans in Washington, while also being a needed fighter to take on top issues for voters like the economy and border security. His record from 2022 of working alongside Attorneys General in Texas to call for a secure southern border and upholding immigration laws is the leadership we need under Biden’s border crisis.

“Just as he fought the Obama-Biden Administration on excessive government overreach as Attorney General, Derek will hold the Biden Administration accountable to taxpayers, not the political class. His promise to protect the most vulnerable while enhancing freedom and prosperity for Americans makes him the best choice for the job.”

Background

Derek Schmidt is a fifth generation Kansan and served as the 44th Attorney General for the State of Kansas. He also devoted 10 years as a Kansas State Senator, qualifying him for this next role.

As he argued cases before the Supreme Court, Schmidt advocated so that Kansas could enforce state laws when it came to matters of immigration. His expertise is needed to bring transparency, accountability, and due process in light of Biden’s border crisis.

###

Americans for Prosperity Action Endorses Congressman Andy Ogles

abarrett on June 17, 2024

Nashville, TN – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action), today, announced its endorsement of Andy Ogles for reelection for Congressional District 05.

Tori Venable, AFP Action Senior Advisor for Tennessee, released the following statement:

“We are thrilled to endorse Congressman Andy Ogles for reelection in U.S. Congress. As a proven principled conservative, Ogles has done exactly what he said he would do when he ran for Congress: stand up for Tennessee against overreaching government bureaucrats, fight to stop out-of-control spending, and hold those accountable for failing to uphold the Constitution and secure our borders.

“Supporting major tax cuts and vital labor reforms, Rep. Ogles has a proven track record fighting for smaller government. As he continues to fight to bring fiscal responsibility back to Washington, AFP Action looks forward to putting the full weight of our grassroots support behind him and seeing him reelected in November.”

Americans for Prosperity Action Announces Endorsements in Key California Congressional Races

abarrett on June 13, 2024

This historic announcement marks AFP Action’s first major engagement in the Golden State

Los Angeles, CA– Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) announced today its endorsement of four candidates in key races for the U.S. House of Representatives in the 2024 general election on November 5, 2024.

AFP Action will support U.S. Rep. Michelle Steel (CA-45), U.S. Rep. John Duarte (CA-13), Rep. Kevin Kiley (CA-03), and Scott Baugh (CA-47). Support for Rep. Young Kim (CA-40) was announced earlier this year in AFP Action’s first wave of endorsements.

AFP Action’s efforts to engage in these five California races marks its first major engagement in the Golden State as part of its largest election engagement effort to date.

AFP Action is committed to expanding its grassroots capabilities and engaging Americans in every state across the country. With this historic announcement, AFP Action stands ready to deliver on its promise to get more involved than ever before and ensure these policy champions are elected come November.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Heather Andrews issued the following statement:

“We are thrilled to announce this historical engagement and endorsement of these principled policy champions in the California delegation of the U.S. House of Representatives. We are proud of our continuous work over the past year to engage with Americans in every state, especially right here in California.

“AFP Action recognizes the importance of this pivotal election cycle and remains committed to elect more policy champions than ever before. We are prepared to leverage our full support behind each of these candidates to ensure they win come November. Californians need strong voices representing them in Washington, and Americans need proven leaders that will fight for policies that make life better for all Americans.”

U.S. Representative Kevin Kiley (CA-03)

Representative Kiley is a trusted policy partner on labor reform, domestic energy production, and educational opportunity.

U.S. Representative John Duarte (CA-13)

Representative Duarte has proven to be a trusted voice on issues ranging from energy abundance, border security, and responsible fiscal policies and tax cuts. He remains committed to fighting for individual liberty and prosperity.

U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40)

Representative Kim is emblematic of the American dream. Kim is committed to choosing principles over party politics and has proven there is a better way to govern than partisan gridlock. She is a champion for small business owners, health care workers, and hard working American families.

U.S. Representative Michelle Steel (CA-45)

Representative Steel is a proven policy champion and a key voice in the fight for freedom. She is a major advocate for policies that support freedom in health care, education, and economics.

Scott Baugh (CA-47)

As a former minority leader of the California State Assembly, Baugh promises to continue to champion free market solutions that allow every American to live out their version of the American dream. He is a strong supporter of individual liberties and prosperity for all.

AFP Action Congratulates Rafael Arroyo on Primary Victory

abarrett on June 12, 2024

LAS VEGAS, NV — AFP Action-endorsed candidate Rafael Arroyo was victorious in the Republican Primary for Nevada State Assembly District 41.

Upon the race call, AFP Action Senior Advisor Ronnie Najarro released the following statement:

“Congratulations to Rafael Arroyo on his primary victory. From our conversations with voters, it’s clear Nevadans are eager for new leadership in Carson City. As a small business owner, Arroyo knows the importance of a thriving, bottom-up economy – and will be a fiscally responsible voice to help bring down the rising cost of living in the Battle Born State.

“AFP Action intends to put the full weight of our grassroots capabilities behind Arroyo’s candidacy to ensure he’s elected to the Nevada Assembly come November.”

BACKGROUND:

AFP Action has acquired the data from outreach to more than 8 million people to bring new voters into the election process and ensure we elect better candidates. This cycle alone, AFP Action has knocked on more than 1 million doors throughout the country. These insights will direct the activities of the largest grassroots operation in the country that is ready to knock on doors to bring voters to the polls and win support for Rafael Arroyo. AFP Action invests extensively in mail, digital, and connected-television campaigns to lay the foundation for the one-on-one conversations by grassroots advocates that are often the difference-maker in any close race. In 2022, AFP and AFP Action engaged in 457 races, knocking on more than 7 million doors, delivering over 100 million pieces of mail, and reaching millions more voters through phone and email.

AFP Action Congratulates Sam Brown on Primary Victory, Marks 250k Doors Knocked in Nevada

abarrett on June 12, 2024

LAS VEGAS, NV – In resounding fashion, Sam Brown won the Republican nomination to face off against Jacky Rosen for the U.S. Senate in the general election this November.

AFP Action has been active in this race since November 2023, knocking on more than 250,000 doors throughout the state and bringing Sam Brown’s positive message to Nevadans.

After the race was called, AFP Action Senior Advisor Ronnie Najarro released the following statement:

“Congratulations to Sam Brown on his resounding primary victory and all of the work his team has put into this race so far. Sam Brown is a Nevada patriot who has dedicated his life to the service of our country. His unwavering dedication to public service and commitment to Nevada clearly resonates with voters.

“This cycle so far, AFP Action has knocked on more than 250,000 doors throughout Nevada and made more than 600,000 voter contacts. In these conversations one thing is clear: Nevadans are deeply hurting and are sick and tired of the failed policies of Joe Biden and Jacky Rosen and are looking for new leaders to get the Battle Born State back on track. Throughout her time in office, Rosen has delivered little for Nevadans and has failed to combat the high cost of living impacting the state.

“AFP Action intends to put the full weight of our grassroots army behind his candidacy to ensure he is elected to unseat Jacky Rosen this November.”

BACKGROUND:

AFP Action has acquired the data from outreach to more than 8 million people to bring new voters into the election process and ensure we elect better candidates. This cycle alone, AFP Action has knocked on more than 1 million doors throughout the country. These insights will direct the activities of the largest grassroots operation in the country that is ready to knock on doors to bring voters to the polls and win support for Sam Brown. AFP Action invests extensively in mail, digital, and connected-television campaigns to lay the foundation for the one-on-one conversations by grassroots advocates that are often the difference-maker in any close race. In 2022, AFP and AFP Action engaged in 457 races, knocking on more than 7 million doors, delivering over 100 million pieces of mail, and reaching millions more voters through phone and email.

AFP Action Endorses Joe McGraw in IL-17

abarrett on June 6, 2024

PEORIA, IL —Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today endorsed Joe McGraw in his bid to challenge incumbent Democrat Eric Sorensen in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.

AFP Action announced last year the organization would be engaging earlier and in more elections than ever before. Today’s endorsements put that promise into action.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Jason Heffley released the following statement:

“Rep. Eric Sorensen has failed to deliver for Illinois – it’s time to turn the page and usher in new leaders like Joe McGraw in Congress. Today, AFP Action is proud to endorse McGraw in his bid to represent Illinois’ 17th Congressional District.

“Illinois is facing some of the nation’s highest inflation and gas prices, and Eric Sorensen has failed to bring down the cost of living for his district. Sorensen has been a rubber stamp for the failed ‘Bidenomics’ policies of Joe Biden that are causing the soaring inflation facing Illinoisians. It’s time for new leadership in Washington that will deliver real results to hardworking Illinoisans.

“Throughout his twenty-year career as a judge, Joe McGraw has been a public servant of the people of Illinois. When elected, McGraw has vowed to be a strong voice against ‘Bidenomics’ and fight for economic prosperity and energy independence in Congress. Now more than ever, Illinois needs leaders who will fight back against the progressive agenda of Washington and drive down costs to make the American Dream more achievable.

“AFP Action intends to put the full weight of our grassroots capabilities behind McGraw’s candidacy to ensure he’s elected to the House of Representatives come November.”

BACKGROUND:

AFP Action has acquired the data from outreach to more than 8 million people to bring new voters into the election process and ensure we elect better candidates. Those insights will direct the activities of the largest grassroots operation in the country that is ready to knock on doors to bring voters to the polls and win support for Joe McGraw. AFP Action invests extensively in mail, digital, and connected-television campaigns to lay the foundation for the one-on-one conversations by grassroots advocates that are often the difference-maker in any close race. In 2022, AFP and AFP Action engaged in 457 races, knocking on more than 7 million doors, delivering over 100 million pieces of mail, and reaching millions more voters through phone and email.

AFP Action Endorses Mariannette Miller-Meeks in Iowa’s First Congressional District

abarrett on June 6, 2024

DAVENPORT, IA —Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today endorsed Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks in her re-election bid for Iowa’s 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Tyler Raygor released the following statement:

“Throughout her time in office, Mariannette Miller-Meeks has been a policy champion for Iowans and a trusted advocate on health care and economic issues facing Congress. Rep. Miller-Meeks has been a strong voice against the disastrous policies of Joe Biden and will continue to fight to against inflation caused by the ‘Bidenomics’ agenda.

“AFP Action is proud to endorse Rep. Miller-Meeks and intends to put the full weight of our grassroots capabilities to ensure she’s reelected come November.”

BACKGROUND: AFP Action has acquired the data from outreach to more than 8 million people to bring new voters into the primary process and ensure we elect better candidates. Those insights will direct the activities of the largest grassroots operation in the country that is ready to knock on doors to bring voters to the polls and win support for Mariannette Miller-Meeks. AFP Action invests extensively in mail, digital, and connected-television campaigns to lay the foundation for the one-on-one conversations by grassroots advocates that are often the difference-maker in any close race. In 2022, AFP and AFP Action engaged in 457 races, knocking on more than 7 million doors, delivering over 100 million pieces of mail, and reaching millions more voters through phone and email

AFP Action Launches Million Dollar Ad Campaign Showing Why Eric Hovde is the Leader America Needs

abarrett on June 5, 2024

Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) launched a new $1 million campaign across the Badger State showing why Eric Hovde is the candidate America needs to lead our country back in the right direction.

This campaign includes digital, online, and connected TV ads streaming statewide showing why Eric Hovde is the right candidate to solve the problems Washington’s career politicians have caused by lowering costs, growing jobs, and securing our borders to keep Americans safe.

AFP Action announced its endorsement of Eric Hovde in February 2024. In early April, AFP Action launched its first ad campaign, a six-figure campaign supporting Hovde. In addition, our grassroots activists have been knocking doors since early April as part of AFP Action’s largest election engagement cycle to date.

(15 second ad, 30 second ad)

AFP Action Senior Advisor Megan Novak released the following statement:

“Tammy Baldwin’s political record speaks for itself–nearly 40 years as a Washington insider who has voted in agreement with President Biden’s disastrous agenda 95% of the time. She’s nothing more than a rubber-stamp Democrat responsible for record high inflation, skyrocketing energy costs, and a crisis at our border. If she could have made a difference, she would have done it by now.

“Eric Hovde is unquestionably the right choice this election, and the reasons are abundantly clear. With his background as a successful businessman and entrepreneur, he possesses the real-world experience and problem solving skills necessary to navigate our broken political system and fix what career politicians like Tammy Baldwin have broken. Hovde will fight for common sense solutions that lower costs, fight inflation, and drive down our national debt. He’ll work to get government out of the way and stand up for better policies that make life better for all Americans.”

(15 second ad, 30 second ad)

It's Time To Write A New Chapter