Lehigh, Pennsylvania—Americans for Prosperity Action congratulated State Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (LD-187) for winning the Republican nomination in Tuesday’s Pennsylvania Primary. He will go on to face Rep. Susan Wild in November’s general election.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Ashley Klingensmith issued the following statement after the race was called:

“Last year, we told Americans that we were going to be getting into more primaries, more often, because candidate quality matters. Ryan Mackenzie’s victory tonight ensures that voters in Pennsylvania’s 7^th Congressional District have a clear choice in November between maintaining the status quo or ushering in a new era of principled leadership in Washington.

“We look forward to continuing our support for Ryan Mackenzie into November. We already have spoken to 70,000 voters in the 7^th District and we will continue this conversation every day between now and Election Day.”

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Raleigh, North Carolina—Tonight, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) endorsed candidate Pat Harrigan won the Republican nomination to represent North Carolina’s 10^th congressional district.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Tyler Voigt gave the following statement after the race was called for Harrigan:

“AFP Action was proud to back Pat Harrigan and help bring him across the finish line. North Carolina’s 10^th Congressional District has had fabulous representation with outgoing Representative Patrick McHenry. With Pat Harrigan on the ballot in November, North Carolinians will continue to have a representative who champions sound policy and bucks the status quo in Washington.

“I want to thank every member of our grassroots community who knocked doors and made phone calls to support Harrigan in this primary.”

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In the run up to Super Tuesday, AFP Action knocked on 15,000 doors to support Pat Harrigan.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action), today, announced its endorsement in the Republican primary for the second congressional district. For the open District 2 House of Representatives seat, AFP Action endorses State Treasurer Riley Moore.  

AFP Action senior advisor for West Virginia, Jason Huffman, provided the following quote on the announcement:

“AFP Action is getting involved earlier than ever before in elections to ensure we choose strong candidates who will boldly advocate for policies that are proven to improve the lives of all West Virginians. Riley Moore is a principled leader who isn’t afraid to stand up to the status quo. He is committed to making West Virginia a better place to live, work, and raise a family.

“His advocacy for energy independence, as well as his continued fight for educational freedom shows he is willing to step up to the plate for West Virginians. Now, we need his leadership in Washington D.C. to help pass common sense solutions that expand freedom and opportunity for all Americans.” 

To date this year, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has already reached out to over 4.3 million potential Republican primary voters in key battleground states to understand what issues matter most to them and what they are looking for in candidates for state and federal office next year. AFP-Action will acquire this data to bring new voters into the primary process. 

In 2022, AFP and AFP Action engaged in 457 races, knocking on more than 7 million doors, delivering over 100 million pieces of mail, and reaching millions more voters through phone and email.

Background on AFP Action Endorsement:

State Treasurer Riley Moore is committed to fighting for common-sense solutions to create opportunity for all Americans. His advocacy for energy independence, as well as his leadership on behalf of individual choice and freedom, have proven that he will boldly advocate for policies that will improve the lives of West Virginians.

COLUMBUS, OH – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action), today, announced its endorsement in the Republican primary for the ninth congressional district. For the District 9 House of Representatives seat, AFP Action endorses former State Rep. Craig Riedel.    

AFP Action senior advisor for Ohio, Donovan O’Neil, provided the following quote on the announcement:

 “AFP Action is confident that Craig Riedel will demonstrate the principled leadership necessary to improve the lives of all Ohioans. He is a proven champion of fiscal stewardship, supporting income tax reductions, opposing the gas tax, and supporting transparency and oversight in property taxes.

“As State Representative, he empowered parents to choose the best schooling options for their children. His fight for the expansion of educational opportunities proves that he is prepared to help pass common sense solutions in Washington, D.C., and his exemplified leadership is necessary to expand freedom and opportunity for all Americans.”  

To date this year, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has already reached out to over 4.3 million potential Republican primary voters in key battleground states to understand what issues matter most to them and what they are looking for in candidates for state and federal office next year. AFP-Action will acquire this data to bring new voters into the primary process. 

In 2022, AFP and AFP Action engaged in 457 races, knocking on more than 7 million doors, delivering over 100 million pieces of mail, and reaching millions more voters through phone and email.

Background on AFP Action Endorsement:

Former State Representative Riedel is a champion of financial stewardship, supporting income tax reductions, opposing the gas tax, and supporting transparency and oversight in property taxes. In addition to his proven fiscal work, his fight for the expansion of educational opportunities demonstrates that his leadership is necessary to amplify freedom and opportunity for all Ohioans.  

  

Lansing, Michigan—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) today threw its support behind former Michigan State Senator Tom Barrett’s bid to represent Michigan’s 7^th Congressional District.

Barrett is one of five House candidates the Super PAC endorsed this week. The other candidates include: Ohio State Representative Craig Reidel (OH-09), Pennsylvania State Representative Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07), West Virginia State Treasurer Riley Moore (WV-02), and Pennsylvania State Representative Rob Mercuri (PA-17).

The endorsements come as AFP Action ramps up to engage in more races—including primaries—than ever before in the lead-up to the 2024 general election.

After the announcement, Annie Patnaude, senior advisor to AFP Action in Michigan, gave the following statement:

“Now, more than ever Michiganders need voices like Tom’s standing up for them in Washington. Michiganders know that it’s wasteful spending and ever-growing agency regulations that have made life unaffordable—and it starts in Washington.

“Barrett will be a key reinforcement for other Michigan champions, like Rep. John James, who we also endorsed earlier this year.”

AFP-Action Director Nathan Nascimento also gave the following statement:

“Our grassroots activists have an impressive track record of helping elect principled champions to office. What we’ve learned over decades of activism is that when we get involved early, our candidates are more likely to succeed in the general election.

“Barrett’s race to flip the seat previously held by Rep. Elissa Slotkin is a critical race for building and maintaining a policy majority in Congress and our grassroots are ready to get involved and make a difference in this race.”

To date this year, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) has reached out to over 4.3 million potential Republican primary voters in key battleground states to understand what issues matter most to them and what they are looking for in candidates for state and federal office next year. AFP Action will acquire this data to bring new voters into the primary process.

In 2022, AFP and AFP Action engaged in 457 races, knocking on more than 7 million doors, delivering over 100 million pieces of mail, and reaching millions more voters through phone and email.

BACKGROUND

As a former state senator, Tom Barrett championed Michigan taxpayers and worked hard for those seeking upward mobility. He has a proven record for voting for commonsense policies that control government spending, promote economic growth, and create opportunities for new and better-paying jobs. He’s also worked to eliminate government rules and regulations that impose unnecessary burdens on businesses trying to provide jobs and contribute to their communities.