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.