INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Americans for Prosperity Action-Indiana (AFP Action-IN) today endorsed Jennifer-Ruth Green in her campaign to represent Indiana’s 1st U.S. Congressional District.

AFP Action-IN endorsed Green because she possesses critical military experience at home and abroad that informs her world view, her understanding of potential threats, and appropriate threat responses that protect our vital interests without committing our nation’s fighting men and women to unnecessary risk or endless wars. In addition, Green understands that uncontrolled deficits and debt make our nation less safe and secure.

“Green knows and understands the men and women who serve in the armed services and those who hung up their uniforms and continue to support our nation as civilians,” said AFP Action Senior Advisor Josh Webb. “In Congress, she will support thoughtful policies that respect their services, restrain military interventions, and expand health care options for veterans.

“Green understands that a growing national debt and out-of-control spending that feeds debt and inflation are threats to our future and security, and she will stand up for sound fiscal policies that respect our nation’s taxpayers,” Webb said. “People across Indiana are seeing their paychecks and savings eroded by inflation which causes pain at the gas pumps and grocery stores. They need representatives in Congress like Green who will have their backs and work for much needed economic relief.”

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 to set up an interview, reach Victoria Garcia at VGarcia@afpaction.com.

Tallahassee, FL – Americans for Prosperity Action-Florida (AFP Action-FL) today endorsed Laurel Lee (FL-15) for Congress. Lee earned this endorsement due to her support for fiscally responsible policies, increased educational freedom, and a free-market approach to trade, just to name a few.

The organization will leverage a range of tactics, including the country’s largest grassroots outreach and mobilization capability, a full-time dedicated staff, and trained volunteers to educate and mobilize voters to support Laurel Lee for U.S. Congress.
“Laurel Lee will be an ally in Washington to address our nation’s most pressing issues. Lee will fight inflation and roll back our country’s deficit to make America affordable again,” said Skylar Zander, senior advisor for AFP Action. “She will work to expand job and educational opportunities by fostering more flexibility and choice in the workforce and promoting increased educational freedom, so more Americans can reach their full potential. Lee will also remove barriers to trade to increase economic prosperity and strengthen our free-market system. Our grassroots army is excited to engage voters in Florida’s 15th Congressional District in support of Laurel Lee through Election Day.”

For further information or to set up an interview, reach Ciara Kennedy-Mercer at CiaraKennedyMercer@AFPAction.com.

Arlington, VA – Americans for Prosperity Action-Virginia (AFP Action-VA) today endorsed Yesli Vega (VA-7) for Congress.

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 Vega’s campaign.

J.C. Hernandez, senior advisor for AFP Action-Virginia, issued the following statement:

“Yesli Vega will be a principled leader who will work to restore the government to its proper size and scope. The big-government approach of over-the-top spending and regulations isn’t working and it’s having detrimental effects on our economy by driving skyrocketing inflation. Vega will put the power back in the hands of the American people, so we can overcome the great challenges we’re facing as a country from the ground-up. AFP Action will be relentlessly knocking doors and making phone calls to mobilize voters in support of Yesli Vega for Congress through Election Day.”

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.

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.

For further information or to set up an interview, reach Ciara Kennedy-Mercer at CiaraKennedyMercer@AFPAction.com.

AFP Action-TN: Foreman will fight to lower taxes for Tennessee taxpayers.

Nashville, Tenn. – Americans for Prosperity Action-Tennessee (AFP Action-TN) today endorsed Michelle Foreman, who is seeking election to the State House of Representatives from the 59th House District.

Foreman earned AFP Action-TN’s endorsement by supporting policies that limit government overreach, put taxpayer interests ahead of special interests, and get government out of the way of the hardworking men and women creating opportunities and growing our state economy.

“Michelle Foreman has a history of fighting for lower taxes and tax reform,” said AFP Action-TN Senior Advisor Tori Venable. “She supported the Nashville Taxpayer Protection Act, rallied opposition to a 34 percent property tax increase in the Nashville area, and helped stop a local transit tax increase. In the State House of Representatives, Michelle Foreman will hit the ground running as a taxpayer advocate we can all count on.

“AFP Action volunteers are excited to support her campaign and turn voters out to support her election,” said Venable.

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 to set up an interview, reach AFP Action at press@afpaction.com.

New round of endorsements brings to 30 the number AFP Action-Florida legislative endorsements

June 29, 2022, Tallahassee – Americans for Prosperity Action-Florida today announced it was endorsing additional candidates running for the Florida state legislature:  Alexis Calatayud (SD-38), Robert Andrade (HD-02), Eugene Stokes (HD-16), and Vienna Francios (HD-45).

Today’s endorsements bring AFP Action Florida’s total state legislative endorsements to 30.

AFP Action Florida Senior Advisor Skylar Zander issued the following statement:

“What happens in the state legislature is critical to the lives of Floridians. That’s why AFP Action supports candidates who will support policies that provide children a quality education, create a strong state economy that helps businesses grow and create good-paying jobs, and increase access to high-quality health care.

“These and other endorsed candidates are critical to our state’s future, and we’ll be working hard to help them achieve victory in November.”

BACKGROUND

 

Alexis Calatayud (SD-38)

Alexis Calatayud will be an advocate in the State Senate for expanding educational opportunities for Florida children through universal education savings accounts and other programs that give parents greater control over their children’s education. Calatayud will work to expand health care access by reforming laws and regulations like those governing telehealth.

State Rep. Robert “Alex” Andrade (HD-02)

Rep. Robert Andrade has been a strong leader advancing educational freedom for Florida parents and children, including support for universal education savings accounts. He understands that reforming aspects of our criminal justice system can help formerly incarcerated individuals successfully return to their communities, ensure sentences are fair and fit the crime, and save taxpayers money.

Chet Stokes (HD-16)

Chet Stokes understand that government regulations, no matter how well intentioned, can create barriers—such as burdensome and unnecessary red tape—that prevent people, businesses, charities, and other organizations from succeeding. In the State House, he will work to break down these barriers to create an environment where people can succeed. Stokes will also work to create education opportunities for Florida families through the expansion of charter schools and education savings accounts.

Vienna Francois (HD-45)

Vienna Francois will be an advocate in the state legislature for expanded educational opportunities for Florida children. She understands that government policies impact our state’s labor market and the ability of Floridians to secure rewarding and good-paying jobs. That’s why she will support the reform of state occupational licensure regulations that essentially force people to get a government permission slip to hold certain jobs or open a business.

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.

SALT LAKE, CITY—Americans for Prosperity Action-Utah (AFP Action-UT) today congratulated Sen. Mike Lee for conquering the first hurdle towards re-election to the U.S. Senate—winning the primary election. AFP Action-Utah made 123,000 calls and knocked 6,900 doors, holding conversations with over 9,400 constituents about why Sen. Mike Lee is the best choice to represent them in Washington.

Heather Andrews, senior advisor for Americans for Prosperity Action-Utah, released the following statement:

“Congratulations to Sen. Mike Lee on winning his primary election and getting one step closer to re-election to the United States Senate. At a time when Utahns and all Americans are increasingly worried about inflation, Sen. Lee is a leader who will cross party lines to enact solutions to rising costs. We look forward to continuing to support Sen. Lee’s positive vision for Utah and the country, including expanding economic opportunity by reducing reckless spending and cutting taxes, and increasing access to health care and reducing costs by unleashing innovation, just to name a few.”

LINCOLN, Neb. – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today congratulated State Sen. Mike Flood on his victory to fill Rep. Jeff Fortenberry’s open seat and represent Nebraska’s 1st Congressional District.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Jessica Shelburn issued the following statement:

“We are thrilled to congratulate Mike Flood on his victory to represent Nebraskans in Washington. Throughout his time in the state legislature, Flood has consistently advocated for greater opportunity across our state – fighting to lower the tax burden and supporting pro-growth reforms to help strengthen our economy. We’re confident that he will hit the ground running to drive policy change and meaningful legislative solutions to tackle the greatest challenges facing Americans today.”

Background:

Americans for Prosperity Action Endorses Mike Flood in Special Election, 05/24/2022

DENVER, CO – Americans for Prosperity Action Senior Advisor Jesse Mallory released the following statement on the primary election victory of AFP Action-endorsed candidate Barbara Kirkmeyer in her bid for the state’s 8th Congressional District:

“With skyrocketing inflation and crippling gas prices, voters wanted a candidate who they can trust to rein in out-of-control spending in Washington – and they chose Barbara Kirkmeyer to send that message. We congratulate her on a hard-fought victory.”

BACKGROUND:

In the lead-up to today’s election, AFP Action CO knocked on 42,000 doors and left door hangers, made 72,000 calls, and sent 342,000 total mailers.

Americans for Prosperity Action-Texas today endorsed Monica De La Cruz who is running for the U.S. Congress from the Texas 15^th Congressional District.

De La Cruz received the group’s endorsement based on her support of policies that promote fiscal responsibility, lower taxes, educational freedom, and responsible energy production.

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 De La Cruz’s campaign.

“Monica De La Cruz understands that federal laws and regulations often stand in the way of hardworking men and women who seek the American dream for themselves and their families,” said AFP Action-TX Senior Advisor Mack Morris. “In Congress, De La Cruz will work to undo these policies and regulations and other barriers to opportunity and success.

“De La Cruz will work to prevent the out-of-control spending that is driving inflation and ravaging Texans,” he said. “She will stand with Texans by supporting a wide range of energy policies to promote energy abundance, and Texas parents by supporting policies that expand educational freedom.”

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.

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Endorses Sen. Jim Boyd and Sen. Jennifer Bradley

Americans for Prosperity Action-Florida (AFP Action-FL) continues its support for Florida legislative candidates with endorsements of State Sen. Jim Boyd (SD-20) and State Sen. Jennifer Bradley (SD-06).

Sen. Boyd and Bradley earned AFP Action’s endorsements based on their support for responsible government regulations and reform efforts that break down regulatory barriers that deny opportunities and limit individual success.

“Sen. Boyd and Bradley understand that government regulations, no matter how well-intentioned, can erect roadblocks to businesses, workers, and families seeking opportunities and pursuing their dreams,” said AFP Action Senior Advisor Skylar Zander. “Re-elected to the State Senate, they will continue to seek reform opportunities to clear the roadblocks and allow people greater freedom to improve their lives and wellbeing.”

BACKGROUND

State Sen. Jim Boyd (SD-20)

Sen. Jim Boyd supports legislation that will get the government out of the way of parents by empowering them to choose education solutions that are best for their children, including charter schools. He also supported telehealth reform to make it easier for Floridians to see a doctor and receive care during a crisis such as COVID or for people who are less mobile and have difficulty leaving their homes for medical care. Sen. Boyd also voted for legislation to save the state pension program by phasing out the old system and allowing new state employees to receive 401(k)-style benefits. In 2020, the state pension system had $36 billion in unfunded liabilities.

State Sen. Jennifer Bradley (SD-06)

Sen. Jennifer Bradley championed legislation that allows restaurants and other food service businesses to sell and deliver alcoholic beverages. This legislation was important to businesses that were struggling to survive during the pandemic and recovery. Upon signing the legislation, Gov. DeSantis thanked Sen. Bradley for her leadership and for being “ready and willing to create common-sense reforms that got government out of the way and increased opportunity for Florida businesses.” Sen. Bradley is also the sponsor of legislation to simplify the regulatory process around mixed-use development and affordable housing.