AFP Action-NV endorses Rhonda Knightly (AD-29), Tiffany Jones (AD-35), Joey Paulos (SD-08), and Tina Brown (SD-09)

LAS VEGAS, NV – Americans for Prosperity Action-Nevada (AFP Action-NV) today announced it has endorsed a slate of general election candidates for the Nevada Legislature. 

These leaders earned the endorsement of AFP Action-NV through their support for principled policy solutions that seek to increase opportunity for every Nevadan. AFP Action-NV will leverage the full weight of its grassroots activists, among other tactics, to urge voters to elect these strong community leaders in November.

AFP Action-NV Senior Advisor Ronnie Najarro released the following statement on the endorsements:

“This slate of candidates represents some of the very best policy champions for everyday Nevadans. So many legislative battles are fought at the state level, and these newly endorsed candidates will fight to reduce inflation and increase economic opportunity for every Nevadan. We look forward to working alongside these candidates upon their election to the legislature.”

AFP Action will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support endorsed candidates.

BACKGROUND

Joey Paulos (SD-08)

When elected to the State Senate, Joey Paulos will advance policies that reduce harmful regulations that limit access to health care and drive up costs. He will advance personal options to health care—as opposed to government-run options—to give consumers more control of their health needs. Paulos will also be an advocate for taxpayers, working to increase transparency in the budget process and expanding educational opportunities, so parents have a wider range of educational options that meet their children’s learning needs.

Rhonda Knightly (AD-29)

Rhonda Knightly has a long career as an accountant, and she will use her experience to promote fiscally responsible state budgets that protect the taxpayers’ interests. She also understands the need to promote a business-friendly economic environment that creates new opportunities and a strong economy. Aside from being a partner on spending, taxation, and the economy, Knightly supports reforming the criminal justice system so that rehabilitated incarcerated individuals who pose no public threat can return to their families and communities as productive citizens.

Tiffany Jones (AD-35) 

When elected to the state legislature in November, Tiffany Jones will be a strong voice for Nevada parents seeking expanded education opportunities that meet their children’s individual learning needs. Jones has voiced support for expanding education freedom through a variety of options for all Nevadans. Jones also wants to expand options to health care that empower patients and doctors and get government out of the way.

Tina Brown (SD-09)

A Las Vegas native and community leader, Tina Brown understands how important education is to the future of our state and to the lives of future generations that will lead and grow our state in the future. Once in office, Brown will support a range of empowerment education reforms such as education savings accounts that put more control in the hands of parents. Brown also understands the harm burdensome and intrusive government regulations can impose on our economy. She will work to decrease regulatory burdens, such as those imposed on Nevada food truck operators, and expand residential building opportunities for contractors.

ABOUT AFP ACTION

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability supported by a world-class data operation.

For further information or an interview, contact Ciara Kennedy-Mercer, ciarakennedymercer@afpaction.com.

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AFP Action-FL endorsed candidates including Kat Cammack, Maria Salazar, Laurel Lee, and a slate of state legislative candidates

Tallahassee, Florida – Americans for Prosperity Action-Florida congratulated the wide range of federal and state primary candidates endorsed by the organization and victorious in today’s primary elections.

Among the candidates endorsed by AFP Action-FL were U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack, U.S. Rep. Maria Salazar, and first-time congressional candidate Laurel Lee.

During the primary election period, AFP Action-FL community knocked doors and made phone calls totaling a half a million attempts to educate voters about organization-backed candidates. In addition, the organization sent nearly two million pieces of mail leading up to the primary election.

“Our Florida activists have been knocking on doors and making phone calls on behalf of candidates who are committed to policies that advance freedom and breakdown barriers that prevent Floridians from reaching their full potential,” said AFP Action-FL Senior Advisor Skylar Zander. 

“We will now turn our attention to the general election to educated voters in support of candidates who will work to improve our state’s economy and improve opportunities for everyone,” he said.

Below is a full list of endorsed candidates who won their primary election today:

Primary Wins for AFP Action-Endorsed Candidates

Alex Andrade (HD 2)
Juan Fernandez-Barquin (HD 118)
Dean Black (HD 15)
Jim Boyd (SD 20)
Congresswoman Kat Cammack (CD 3)
Tiffany Esposito (HD 77)
Scott Franklin (CD 18)
Laurel Lee (CD 15)
Rachel Plakon (HD 36)
Juan Porras (HD 119)
Maria Salazar (CD 27)
David Smith (HD 38)
Josie Tomkow (HD 51)
Jay Trumbull (SD 2)

ABOUT AFP ACTION

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability supported by a world-class data operation. 

ALBUQUERQUE, NM –Americans for Prosperity Action-New Mexico (AFP Action-NM) today announced it has endorsed Robert Moss in his bid to represent New Mexico’s 68^th State House District.

Moss earned the endorsement of AFP Action-NM through his support for principled policy solutions that seek to increase opportunity for every New Mexican. AFP-NM will leverage the full weight of its grassroots activists, among other tactics, to urge voters to elect this strong community leader in November.

AFP Action-NM Senior Advisor Burly Cain released the following statement on the endorsement:

“Robert Moss is a policy champion for everyday New Mexicans. The dedication, passion, and innovation Moss will bring to the legislature is an asset to our state. From increasing educational opportunities for every student to cutting burdensome and unnecessary regulations, Moss has the talent and experience to achieve real concrete legislative wins at the Capitol. We look forward to working with Moss upon his election to the legislature.”

BACKGROUND

Robert Moss (HD-68) 

Robert Moss is a business owner, entrepreneur, and attorney with strong ties to the community. In the legislature, Moss will work to expand access to high-quality and affordable health care by reforming occupation licensing and scope of practice laws, and expanding direct primary care to meet patients’ primary needs. Moss will also support efforts to give parents greater control to enroll their children in education programs that address individual learning needs, such as education savings accounts. 

MADISON, Wis. – Americans for Prosperity Action-Wisconsin Senior Advisor Annette Olson issued the following statement tonight regarding U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson’s primary election victory:

“Wisconsin voters are tired of watching inflation chip away at their paychecks and savings, especially retirees and Wisconsinites on fixed incomes. Ron Johnson is the leader we need who will stand up to business-as-usual in both parties, and work on behalf of Wisconsinites who day in and day out are feeling the consequences of Washington D.C.’s out-of-control spending, high taxes, and harmful regulations.

“Americans for Prosperity Action is proud to have endorsed Ron Johnson for the U.S. Senate. We look forward to doubling down on our efforts through Election Day to ensure that all Wisconsinites continue to be represented by the only leader in the Senate who consistently stands against D.C.’s inflation-driving policies and fights for what’s best for Wisconsin.”

BACKGROUND

AFP Action endorsed Sen. Johnson’s re-election on May 5^th.

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

LAS VEGAS, NV – Americans for Prosperity Action-Nevada (AFP Action-NV) today endorsed Mark Robertson in his bid to represent the people of Nevada’s 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.

AFP Action-NV will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support Robertson’s campaign.

AFP Action-NV Senior Advisor Ronnie Najarro released the following statement on the endorsement:

“A veteran and small business owner, Mark Robertson understands the challenges facing Nevadans and knows how to make a real impact in Congress. When elected, Robertson will fight against inflation by championing fiscal responsibility to control reckless government spending that has contributed to record-high inflation. Nevadans across the 1st Congressional District are tired of spending more and getting less – we need leaders that will address the root causes of the current economic downturn. Robertson is a decorated veteran who retired as a Colonel in the US Army Reserves and served our country in the Pentagon as a senior advisor in the Office of the Secretary of Defense. He understands the challenges facing our nation’s veterans and will work to expand health care options and choice.”

BACKGROUND:

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability that is supported by a world-class data operation.

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

Arlington, VA – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced that the organization has knocked on more than one million doors in support of candidates for state and federal office across the U.S. who share the organization’s mission of advancing policy reforms that expand freedom and opportunity that allow everyone to succeed.

Door knocking is a key component of the organization’s political strategy, which uses world-class data technology to target voters and layers on personal communications through face-to-face home visits, telephone calls, social media, and traditional mail. AFP Action’s strategic capabilities bring a business-like efficiency to modern day campaigns that drives results.

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives.

The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

“AFP Action takes a different approach to political engagement,” said AFP Action spokesman, Bill Riggs. “We call it a layered approach, which leverages powerful voter targeting technology with a range of personal contacts.

“This layered approach is the result of years of testing and learning to identify the most effective way to educate and activate voters,” he said. “It ensures that we’re talking to the right voters with the right messages to turn people out on Election Day in support of our endorsed policy champions.

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Lansing, Michigan—Americans for Prosperity Action this evening congratulated State Sen. Tom Barrett and John James on their successful primary campaigns.

Each candidate earned AFP Action’s endorsement as policy champions that voters can rely on to represent their best interests in Washington.

After the races were called, AFP Action Senior Advisor Annie Patnaude made the following statement:

“These are Michigan’s first line of defense against the Biden Administration’s reckless agenda. These policy champions are going to challenge the status quo in Washington by voting against reckless spending, advocating for energy abundance, and fighting against government overreach.

“AFP Action’s grassroots network knocked over 31,000 doors and made over 145,000 phone calls to help bring these candidates across the finish line. We’re going to keep going until November 8 to ensure that Michigan has as many champions as possible representing the Great Lake State.”

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KANSAS CITY, MO – Americans for Prosperity Action Senior Advisor Jeremy Cady released the following statement on the primary election victory of AFP Action-endorsed candidate Eric Schmitt in his Senate bid: 

“Voters spoke loud and clear tonight – they want Eric Schmitt to be the next Senator of the great state of Missouri. AFP Action has put in countless hours over the past eight months and knocked on the doors of half-a-million voters to help ensure Eric Schmitt’s victory. His tested record of fighting against overregulation and government overreach and his track record as Attorney General makes him a proven leader Missouri can trust. We look forward to working alongside him in the Senate after his next win in November.” 

BACKGROUND: 

AFP-MO has made significant investments in this race to ensure Eric Schmitt’s success. Throughout the primary, AFP-MO has knocked on the doors of more than 446,000 voters and mailed 6,839,075 pieces in support of Schmitt.  

AFP-MO’s grassroots have been invested in this race for months and it’s clear that the significant investments of time, resources, and effort by AFP staff and volunteers have made a difference in this race. 

Gilbert will get government out of the way of job-creating businesses, and families and senior citizens who are struggling due to the skyrocketing inflation

Columbus, OH – Americans for Prosperity Action-Ohio (AFP-OH) today endorsed Madison Gesiotto Gilbert who is running for the U.S. Congress from Ohio’s 13^th Congressional District.

AFP Action will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support Gilbert’s campaign.

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability supported by a world-class data operation.

The organization endorsed Gilbert because of her support for policies that will get government out of the way of job-creating businesses, families, and senior citizens struggling due to the skyrocketing inflation that is eating away at paychecks, savings, and purchasing power.

“People across Ohio are hurting,” said AFP Action-Ohio Senior Advisor Donovan O’Neil. “Skyrocketing inflation costs families an estimated $450 more each month. They feel the pinch every time they pull into the gas station or visit their local grocery store.

“Out-of-control government spending is a major driver of inflation, but too many in Congress think that the only way to solve a problem is with more spending and more government,” he said. “That’s why we need Madison Gesiotto Gilbert in Congress. She understands that Ohioans need relief, and she will support policies that get unchecked spending under control. Without people like Gilbert to stand up to the big spenders, inflation will continue and people’s lives will suffer.

“Gilbert will also stand for policies that help people succeed,” said O’Neil. “She will break down barriers that deny parents educational opportunities for their children. And she will support smart on crime policies that address violent crime and advance public safety, ultimately building on the bi-partisan success of the First Step Act of 2018.”

ABOUT AFP ACTION

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

Americans for Prosperity Action-Nevada (AFP Action-NV) today endorsed April Becker in her campaign to represent the people of the Nevada 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.

AFP Action-NV will leverage a wide range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support Becker’s campaign.

AFP Action-NV senior advisor Ronnie Najarro released the following statement on the endorsement:

“Nevada deserves a leader who will fight for an economic environment that will benefit all Nevadans. Our state is being crushed by record-high inflation, we currently have one of the highest gas prices in the nation, and many are struggling to just put food on the table. Meanwhile, Washington has failed to provide real solutions to address these challenges. 

“April Becker will take a strong stand against inflation and provide the kind of leadership Nevadans deserve  – she has proven herself to be a champion for small businesses and has pledged to fight against red tape that stifles Nevada’s innovation and growth. AFP Action-NV will dedicate our robust grassroots efforts to ensure Becker’s success come November.”

BACKGROUND:

During the 2020 election cycle, AFP Action supported candidates nationwide with more than 8.5 million telephone calls, 1.5 million door knocks, and more than 49 million pieces of mail. AFP Action has unmatched direct voter outreach capability that is supported by a world-class data operation.

AFP Action is a 527 political action committee focused on electing candidates who will drive policy change and facilitate the building of broad policy coalitions that remove barriers to opportunity and help people improve their lives. The organization has a strong, permanent grassroots presence, including highly motivated activists who volunteer during the election season by making telephone calls and knocking on doors in support of policy champions.

For further information or to set up an interview, reach CAITLIN GALLAGHER at cgallagher@standtogether.org or (206) 402-8432.