ATLANTA, GA—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its support for four state legislative candidates ahead of November’s general elections: Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick (SD-32), Rep. Houston Gaines (HD-117), Rep. Ed Setzler (HD-35), and Sen. John Albers (SD-56.) AFP Action sets a high bar for political endorsements, supporting candidates that have indicated leadership in tackling the greatest challenges Georgians face. Each of today’s endorsees exceeded that bar.  

 

The grassroots organization will support these candidates through a variety of tactics—including leveraging its signature grassroots, direct-mail, and digital advertisements.

 

AFP Action Senior Advisor Stephen Allison issued the following statement:

 

“Our activists are excited to throw their full support behind Kay Kirkpatrick, Houston Gaines, Ed Setzler, and John Albers this November. These individuals have shown their commitment to championing educational opportunity for Georgia’s students, greater access to better health care, and helping our economy recover stronger than before. We look forward to pounding the pavement in support of these principled lawmakers.”

 

Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick (SD-32): During her time in the legislature, Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick has leveraged her private sector medical experience to ensure more Georgians have access to quality, affordable health care. Leading the charge to remove red tape, Sen. Kirkpatrick fought for more options and more hospital beds to be available and made it easier for our economy to recover—stronger than before. Sen. Kirkpatrick has also supported efforts to allow hardworking families to keep more of what they earn by lowering the tax burden they face. It is clear that Sen. Kirkpatrick champions economic opportunity and improvements to health care for Georgia families.

 

Rep. Houston Gaines (HD-117) As a member of the state House, Rep. Houston Gaines has supported a number of legislative milestones that will improve the lives of all Georgians. Through his unwavering support for educational opportunity, more students can learn in an environment that works for their needs. Rep. Gaines also knows how important it is for Georgians to be able to provide for their loved ones. That motivated Rep. Gaines to support lower taxes and reduced red tape—to make it easier for our jobs, businesses, and economy to recover stronger than before. And, Rep. Gaines supported efforts to ensure greater access to quality, affordable health care for Georgians. Rep. Gaines has a proven track record of improving the lives of all Georgians.

 

Rep. Ed Setzler (HD-35): Representing his constituents in state House District 35, Rep. Ed. Setzler has consistently supported reforms to make Georgia the best place to live, work, and raise a family. Leading the way to ensure safer communities and more second chances, Rep. Setzler fought for a justice system that’s smarter on crime and softer on taxpayers. Rep. Setzler also supported removing red tape that stands in the way of accessible health care and Georgia’s economic recovery. He has also supported expanding educational opportunity for all Georgia students and lowered taxes on hardworking families. If re-elected, Rep. Ed Setzler will surely continue championing policy improvements that pave the way towards a bright future for Georgia.

 

Sen. John Albers (SD-56): In the State Senate, Sen. John Albers has focused his legislative energy towards improving health care, education, and the economy. Sen. Albers supported innovations in health care that make it easier for families to receive care when they need it most, at a price they can afford. He fought for greater access to educational opportunity, so all students have a chance at succeeding. Sen. Albers also fought to reduce red tape and lower taxes, allowing Georgia families, jobs, and businesses to build a stronger economy. Sen. Albers has proven to support principled policy solutions that allow for more opportunity across the great state of Georgia.

 

Background:

 

AFP Action supported Sen. Chuck Payne in his successful primary contest this June.

 

AFP Action is also supporting Sen. David Perdue in his re-election bid.

LAKELAND, FL – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its endorsement of Scott Franklin for Florida’s 15^th Congressional District. If elected, Franklin will champion policies that improve the lives of every Floridian and make the American dream more attainable.

AFP Action will utilize a variety of tactics, including grassroots activity, digital advertisements, and direct mail to support Franklin.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Skylar Zander issued the following statement:

“We are excited to help send Scott Franklin to Congress where we know he will lead in fighting Washington’s spending addiction and getting our economy back on track. Now more than ever, we need legislators who will work to keep more money in Floridians’ pockets and make it easier for businesses to recover. Our activists are eager to support Scott Franklin and ensure this principled leader gets elected.”

Scott Franklin earned the endorsement of AFP Action through his support for principled policy solutions that seek to tackle the greatest challenges Floridians face. Franklin understands removing government barriers is the most effective way for increasing opportunity for every Floridian. If elected, Franklin will champion greater fiscal responsibility by reining in reckless government spending and ensuring Washington lives within its means. Franklin will also continue his fight for greater access to quality, affordable health care for Florida’s families and support legislation that allows hardworking taxpayers to keep more of what they earn.

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Americans for Prosperity Action believes the civil liberties that serve as the foundation of our country — including freedoms of speech, conscience, and the right to peaceably assemble — make it possible for individuals and the groups they support to drive meaningful change.

Alaska Ballot Measure 2 works against that, making it harder for Alaskans to engage in the political process.

Measure 2 lacks clarity. If passed, the measure would significantly increase the legal and financial burden on Alaskans and the groups they support to advocate for the causes that matter to them. Clarity and simplicity in our laws is critical for Alaskans to see and trust the election process.

Measure 2 is troublingly vague. Individuals and small groups who don’t have the resources to decipher overly broad, vague laws will be kept out of the political process. Only the voices of the well-funded and well connected will be heard on election day. That’s why opposition to the initiative has attracted such a diverse mix of groups.

Our laws should be making it easier, not harder, for every Alaskan to have their voice heard in the political process. AFP Action encourages Alaskans to vote no on Ballot Measure 2 to ensure that every Alaskan can continue to have a voice in their elections.

LANSING, MI—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today announced its endorsement of John James for U.S. Senate. If elected, James will champion policies that improve the lives of all Michiganders and make the American dream more attainable.

AFP Action supports candidates that, if elected, will build broad-based coalitions to drive principled reforms that tackle the greatest challenges Michiganders face.  The grassroots focused organization will leverage a wide range of tactics – including its signature grassroots—to urge voters to support James ahead of November’s general election.

In a memo to interested parties, AFP Action Senior Advisor Annie Patnaude issued the following:

Michigan voters want to see a path that leads to a brighter future. John James is the kind of principled leader who can show the way. Being a leader is about more than voting the right way on policy. It’s about listening to those who disagree with you, about understanding what it’s like to stand in another person’s shoes. It’s about serving as a voice for the voiceless. Standing up for what’s right, regardless of convenience or the partisan implications.

For further information or to set up an interview, reach Nicole Tardif at NTardif@afpaction.com.