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Casey Blames Businesses for His Bad Votes 

abarrett on October 4, 2024

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – In tonight’s debate, Bob Casey Jr. attempted to defend his economic record after voting for legislation that triggered the cost-of-living crisis that’s squeezing hard-working Pennsylvanians.

Casey celebrated the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which did not lower inflation. Instead, the IRA has resulted in U.S. gas prices increasing by nearly 62%, natural gas prices spiking by more than 40 percent, and included a $250-billion-dollar Department of Energy Loan Guarantee Program to fund liberal pet projects. Studies show that far from reducing inflation, the IRA and other signature pieces of the Biden-Harris economic agenda overheated the economy and led to the crushing cost increase in household goods.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Emily Greene released the following statement:

“Pennsylvanians deserve better than Bob Casey trying to pull the wool over their eyes about the true source of inflation. He voted for it. And rather than own his record, he’s pointing the finger at the job creators who are suffering under the Biden-Harris agenda—which Casey rubber-stamped.”

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Casey Refuses to Secure the Border Despite Cost to Pennsylvanians

abarrett on October 4, 2024

Harrisburg, PA – While Bob Casey Jr. attempts to defend the Biden-Harris administration’s failure to secure the southern border, AFP Action is highlighting the incumbent Senator’s history of failure on border security.

  • Bob Casey was the deciding vote to kill an amendment that would have provided funding for constructing a wall on the US-Mexico border.
  • Bob Casey was the deciding vote to kill an amendment that would have provided $500 million for walls and fences along the southwest border.
  • Despite the CPB’s support for building a border wall, Bob Casey has repeatedly stated that “it won’t work” and criticized previous attempts to restore order at the U.S.-Mexico border.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Emily Greene released the following statement:

“Pennsylvania has been ravaged by the opioid epidemic. We know that fentanyl is entering the US through our porous border, but Bob Casey refuses to take the problem seriously because it would pit him against his progressive allies in DC.

“We need tall fences and wide gates, but to accomplish that we need real leadership that understands the plight of Pennsylvanians and takes the problem seriously. Bob Casey has shown his true colors on this issue. It’s time for new leadership in Washington, and Dave McCormick is ready to step up.”

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AFP Action Endorses Ryan Zinke for MT-01

abarrett on October 3, 2024

MISSOULA, MT – Today, AFP Action announced it will support Ryan Zinke’s reelection bid for Montana’s 1st Congressional District.

Ryan Zinke is a trusted policy partner on economic issues benefitting Montana families and small businesses. He will fight to secure Montana and the southern border and defend against the cost-of-living crisis created by the Biden-Harris administration. As an advocate for responsible regulations, Zinke has supported legislation to enact a federal REINS Act and to eliminate onerous regulations for job creators. 

On the endorsement, AFP Action Senior Advisor Jesse Ramos released the following statement:

“Throughout his time as a U.S. Congressman, Ryan Zinke has always put Montana values ahead of Washington, DC bureaucrats. AFP Action deeply appreciates his leadership on energy, economic and national security issues and looks forward to working alongside him upon his reelection.”

BACKGROUND:

To date this cycle, AFP and AFP Action have reached out to more than 9 million voters — in nearly 650 federal and state races across the country. In close races, one-on-one outreach can be the critical difference. AFP Action’s highly targeted layered approach of doors, phones, mail, and ads is proven to be the most effective way to engage and persuade key voters. Our grassroots teams are out in full force as we head into the final stretch of the campaign this Fall.

AFP Action, LIBRE Action Endorses Four for Nevada’s State Legislature  

abarrett on October 3, 2024

LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) and The LIBRE Initiative Action (LIBRE Action) are endorsing four additional names for election and reelection to the Nevada State Legislature. 

State Sen. Carrie Buck (SD-5), Lori Rogich (SD-11), Assemblywoman Heidi Kasama (AD-2), and Assemblyman Greg Haffen (AD-36) all garnered the endorsement of AFP Action and LIBRE Action for their commitment to increasing opportunities for all Nevadans. These candidates will champion fiscally responsible policies that will help combat the high cost-of-living crisis facing the Battle Born State. 

AFP Action and LIBRE Action, as part of the largest grassroots network in the country, will leverage the full weight of its voter contact capabilities, in addition to direct-mail and digital advertisements, to support these candidates. 

AFP Action Senior Advisor Ronnie Najarro released the following statement: 

“AFP Action and our army of grassroots activists and volunteers are going to be out in force through November to help ensure Buck, Rogich, Kasama and Hafen are elected to the State Legislature. 

“Nevadans are facing an unprecedented cost-of-living crisis and it’s never been more important to elect leaders who will fight to bring down inflation and reignite Nevada’s economy. We look forward to working alongside these candidates upon their election.” 

LIBRE Action Senior Advisor Eddie Diaz released the following statement: 

“The Latino vote is set to be a crucial factor in shaping the outcomes of Nevada elections. This is why LIBRE Action is excited to mobilize Latinos in favor of candidates Buck, Rogich, Kasama, and Hafen. Latinos and all Americans from all backgrounds continue to struggle with an unaffordable economy fueled by ineffective government policies. To move in the right direction, we need these leaders who will champion solutions to expand growth and opportunities in the economy.” 

Endorsed Candidates: 

State Sen. Carrie Buck (SD-5) 

State Sen. Carrie Buck is a trusted leader on school choice in the legislature and brings her experience as a principal of both a charter and a public school to her role. She’s been a fierce advocate for the state’s Opportunity Scholarship and has fought for increased school choice in Nevada. Aside from education, she is a leading voice on health care reforms, sponsoring legislation that lowers licensing requirements for medical professionals. 

Lori Rogich (SD-11) 

As a parent of a child in the public school system, Rogich understands the need for a more personalized approach to education for Nevada’s students and will oppose a one-size-fits-all approach to schooling in the legislature. She will also be a strong advocate for small businesses by cutting burdensome regulations and red tape. 

Assemblywoman Heidi Kasama (AD-2) 

Assemblywoman Kasama has been a strong advocate for expanding Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), recognizing the need for unique and expanded opportunities for Nevada’s students. Additionally, Kasama will fight for health care reform and increase access to Nevadans. 

Assemblyman Greg Haffen (AD-36) 

A dedicated advocate for school choice, Haffen has supported legislation to expand funding and eligibility in Nevada’s educational choice scholarship program. He has consistently opposed job-killing labor proposals like collective bargaining and minimum wage increases.