AFP Action Backs Vikram Mansharamani for Congress

Manchester, New Hampshire—Today Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) endorsed New Hampshire entrepreneur and economist Vikram Mansharamani in his bid to represent New Hampshire’s second congressional district.

Mansharamani earned AFP Action’s endorsement for his commitment to curbing Washington’s wasteful and inflationary spending as well as his emphasis on securing the southern border.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Greg Moore issued the following statement after the announcement:

“Granite Staters need relief from Bidenomics, with its massive spending and inflation that is crushing our citizens.  Vikram Mansharamani is the perfect antidote to a broken Washington.  He supports making Congress work for us and not the other way around.”

“AFP Action will be working tirelessly to ensure that he is successful and gets the chance to bring New Hampshire values to Washington.  It’s high time we had someone in Congress who actually lives up to our motto of Live Free or Die.”

AFP Action Minnesota Announces Second Wave of Minnesota State Legislative Endorsements 

ST. PAUL, MN – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action Minnesota (AFPA-MN) announced its second slate of endorsements for the state House of Representatives. 

The following six candidates have earned AFPA-MN’s support for their steadfast commitment to expanding freedom and opportunity across Minnesota. AFPA will deploy its network of grassroots activists across the state to support these candidates with door-to-door canvassing, digital ads and mail so that they win in November and then get to work making Minnesota a freer, more prosperous state. 

AFPA-MN Senior Advisor, Jake Coleman, gave the following statement: 

“It’s high time for a change in our state legislature, after years of the Democratic majority’s poor leadership and radical policy priorities that have hurt hardworking Minnesotans and saddled the state with a budget deficit. 

“This year we have the unique opportunity to help restore sanity and responsibility in the House and Senate by engaging in key elections, supporting both principled incumbents and challengers who will fight for fiscal restraint, lower taxes, and education freedom.” 

Endorsed candidates

Roger Skraba (HD-03A): Skraba is a prominent voice for education reform, who will get to work on day one to make sure every student, urban or rural, has access to an education that meets their unique needs. Separately, Americans for Prosperity-MN (AFP-MN) is eager to partner with him in repealing Minnesota’s “Right of First Refusal” laws and other large-scale regulatory issues. 

State Rep. Jeff Dotseth (HD-11A): Dotseth is a champion for responsible fiscal policy in the House, where he uses his position on the Commerce and Regulatory Reform Committee and background as a small business owner to push for responsible tax cuts and reductions in state spending. He’s also a trusted voice for parental rights in education who will work to expand educational opportunities across the state. 

Aaron Repinski (non-incumbent, HD-26A): Repinski is ready to get to work cutting state spending and demanding accountability for the government’s reckless fiscal policy. He is a strong advocate for free market reforms in health care, who will fight for health savings accounts (HSAs) and expanding insurance coverage across state lines. AFP-MN also looks forward to working with Repinski in expanding parental rights in education. 

Steve Pape (non-incumbent, HD-35B): Pape is an energetic newcomer who will prioritize reducing taxes, returning budget surplus funds to taxpayers, and balancing the state’s budget. 

Wayne Johnson (non-incumbent, HD-41A): Johnson, a former Washington County commissioner, will be a strong ally in the fight to cut taxes and unleash prosperity across Minnesota. As a small business owner, he is acutely aware of how high tax burdens and government red tape hurt working Minnesotans. 

Caleb Steffenhagen (non-incumbent, HD-48B): As a current schoolteacher, Steffenhagen has emphasized the importance of fostering innovation within the education system and will be a key advocate for expanding educational opportunities. Steffenhagen is also a small business owner, who wants to reduce the numerous taxes and regulations that stifle entrepreneurship and prosperity. 

This is an independent expenditure prepared

and paid for by AFP Action Minnesota, AFPAction.com.

It is not coordinated with or approved by any

candidate nor is any candidate responsible for

it.

AFP Action Announces Million-Dollar Ad Buy Tying Tester to Montana Inflation

MISSOULA, MT – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) is calling out Jon Tester as a career politician and for his failure to address inflation in a new million-dollar ad buy in Montana. The testimonial videos highlight Montana voices from across the state.

The ads are part of a major $5.75 million ad buy targeting key Senate races in Montana, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

The Montana testimonial ads –  Fresh Voice + Worse Off – tie Senator Jon Tester to the historic inflation facing Montana families and highlight Tim Sheehy as a common-sense leader who can help reignite the economy.

Montana testimonials 1: (Watch here) 2: (Watch here)

AFP Action Senior Advisor Jesse Ramos released the following statement:

“After 35 years in politics, career politician Jon Tester has delivered little for Montana families and it’s clear we can’t afford six more years of his inflationary agenda.

“Tim Sheehy is a solution-driven leader who will fight to get the economy back on track and improve prosperity for Montana families. Sheehy will put Montanans ahead of his party, unlike Tester who claims to be bipartisan and then votes in lockstep with the Biden-Harris administration.”

BACKGROUND:

To date this cycle, AFP Action has reached out to more than 7.5 million voters — in more than 400 federal and state races across the country. In close races, one-on-one outreach can be the critical difference. AFP Action’s highly targeted layered approach of doors, phones, mail, and ads is proven to be the most effective way to engage and persuade key voters. Our grassroots teams will be out in full force as we head into the final stretch of the campaign in the Fall.

AFP Action Announces Million Dollar Ad Buy Tying Rosen to Nevada Inflation

LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) is calling out Jacky Rosen for her failure to address inflation in a new million-dollar ad buy in the Battle Born State.

The ads are part of a major $5.75 ad buy targeting key Senate races in Montana, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

The Nevada ads – A Fresh Voice + Let Us Down – tie Senator Jacky Rosen to the historic inflation facing Nevada families and highlight Sam Brown as a common-sense leader who can help reignite the Nevada economy.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Ronnie Najarro released the following statement:

“The policies of career politician Jacky Rosen have cost Nevada families more than $30,000 more per year and it’s clear we can’t afford six more years of her inflationary agenda.

“Sam Brown is a common-sense leader who will fix the economy by reining in reckless spending, removing costly regulations and reigniting American energy independence. Brown will put Nevadans ahead of his party, unlike Rosen who claims to be bipartisan and then votes in lockstep with the Biden-Harris administration.”

BACKGROUND:

To date this cycle, AFP Action has reached out to more than 7.5 million voters — in more than 400 federal and state races across the country. In close races, one-on-one outreach can be the critical difference. AFP Action’s highly targeted layered approach of doors, phones, mail, and ads is proven to be the most effective way to engage and persuade key voters. Our grassroots teams will be out in full force as we head into the final stretch of the campaign in the Fall.

Americans for Prosperity Action Kansas Celebrates Derek Schmidt Primary Win for KS-02, Grassroots Base Stands Ready to Finish the Race 

AFP Action KS Endorsed Candidate and Former Attorney General Derek Schmidt Secures Primary Victory

Topeka, KS—Tonight, Americans for Prosperity Action-Kansas (AFPA-KS) is celebrating Derek Schmidt being one step closer to representing Kansas values in Washington. AFPA-KS’ grassroots army has been advocating for Schmidt throughout the state and the organization says it’s thrilled with tonight’s outcome.

AFPA-KS has run digital and mail campaigns, as well as making thousands of voter contacts, to educate Kansans on why the former State Senator and Attorney General is the best candidate.

AFPA-KS Senior Advisor, Liz Patton, made the following statement:

“Kansas voters, once again, saw through the political attacks and made the right choice in supporting Derek Schmidt tonight. AFPA-KS is thrilled to congratulate Derek on this victory, but we’re ready to keep fighting until November. Kansas values need to be represented in Washington, and we know Derek is a trusted voice with a record of fighting problematic policies and winning as Attorney General.

“Unlike any other group in Kansas, we celebrate tonight’s victory thanks to our dedicated grassroots army who got out around the clock to advocate for Derek and other principled leaders. Our team of grassroots leaders are energized and ready to get Derek across the final victory line in November.” 

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Americans for Prosperity Action Announces 11 Primary Endorsements for Key Minnesota Legislative Races

Aug 5, 2024 By AFP

ST. PAUL, MN – Americans for Prosperity Action Minnesota (AFP Action MN) today announced its first 11 primary endorsements for the state legislature – including five non-incumbent challengers – as part of its attempts to break the Democratic Farmer Labor Party’s (DFL) single-party control of the state government.

AFP-MN will mobilize its army of grassroots activists across the state to educate and mobilize voters in support of these outstanding candidates through door knocking, digital ads and mail campaigns.

Jake Coleman, AFP Action MN Senior Advisor, made the following statement: 

“This year we have an exciting opportunity to help elect policy champions who will fight back against the DFL’s tax and spend agenda with policies that will make it easier to live, start a business, and raise a family, and find schools that best meet the needs of your children.

“Minnesotans deserve better than the dysfunction and underhanded tactics used by the DFL at the end of last year’s legislative session to push through an unpopular slate of progressive policies. Once elected, we hope to see these principled leaders restore sanity to the state legislature and hold Governor Tim Walz accountable for his radical agenda.” 

Endorsed Candidates

State Rep. Natalie Zeleznikar (HD-03B)

Cal Warwas (non-incumbent, HD-07B)

State Rep. Bernie Perryman (HD-14A)

Erica Schwartz (non-incumbent, HD-18A)

Alex Moe (non-incumbent, HD-32B)

State Rep. Danny Nadeau (HD-34A)

State Rep. Elliot Engen (HD-36A)

Tom Dippel (non-incumbent, HD-41B)

State Rep. Andrew Myers (HD-45A)

Aaron Paul (non-incumbent, HD-54A)

State Rep. Jeff Witte (HD-57B)

This is an independent expenditure prepared

and paid for by AFP Action Minnesota, AFPAction.com.

It is not coordinated with or approved by any

candidate nor is any candidate responsible for

it.

AFP Action Congratulates Five Middle Tennessee State Legislative Candidates on Primary Victories     

Nashville, TN – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) celebrated the primary wins of five state legislative policy champions in Middle Tennessee. 

Over the past four months, AFP Action’s grassroots capabilities have supported 10 principled candidates running for highly contested state legislature primary races across Tennessee. After making a push to reach nearly 100,000 voters in the state, AFP Action celebrates the nominations of these legislative candidates. 

5 AFP Action-endorsed candidates in Middle Tennessee were victorious in the primary election:   

HD 13 State Rep. Robert Stevens    

HD 34 State Rep. Tim Rudd    

HD 64 State Rep. Scott Cepicky    

HD 65 Lee Reeves    

HD 68 Aron Maberry    

AFP Action Senior Advisor Tori Venable released the following statement congratulating the candidates on their primary wins:       

“AFP Action is thrilled to congratulate our five policy champions in Middle Tennessee on their primary election wins. Tennessee voters made the right choice in nominating these candidates for the upcoming general election. Education choice is one of the most critical issues that Tennessee families face, and we are one step closer to electing a school choice majority to the legislature and providing families with the education options they deserve.  

“We are incredibly proud of our activists who worked tirelessly to support these policy champions, and our grassroots powerhouse was a key player in this success.” 

Background:   

·       AFP Action Announces First Slate of Legislative Endorsements for 2024 Tennessee Republican Primary  

·       AFP Action Announces Second Slate of Legislative Endorsements for 2024 Tennessee Republican Primary 

AFP Action Congratulates West Tennessee State Legislative Candidates on Primary Victories  

Memphis, TN – Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) celebrated the primary wins of State Rep. Chris Todd (HD-73) and State Rep. Rusty Grills (HD-77).   

Over the past four months, AFP Action’s grassroots capabilities have supported 10 principled candidates running for highly contested state legislature primary races across Tennessee. After making a push to reach nearly 100,000 voters in the state, AFP Action celebrates the nominations of these legislative candidates. 

AFP Action Senior Advisor Tori Venable released the following statement congratulating the candidates on their primary wins:       

“AFP Action is thrilled to congratulate State Rep. Chris Todd and State Rep. Rusty Grills on their primary election wins. Tennessee voters made the right choice in nominating these two policy champions for reelection. Education choice is one of the most critical issues that Tennessee families face, and we are one step closer to electing a school choice majority to the legislature and providing families with the education options they deserve.  

“We are incredibly proud of our activists who worked tirelessly to support these policy champions, and our grassroots powerhouse was a key player in this success.” 

Background:   

·       AFP Action Announces First Slate of Legislative Endorsements for 2024 Tennessee Republican Primary  

·       AFP Action Announces Second Slate of Legislative Endorsements for 2024 Tennessee Republican Primary 

AFP Action Congratulates Congressman Andy Ogles on Republican Primary Election Victory  

AFPA campaign made 36k direct voter contacts    

Nashville, TN – Tonight, U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles won the Republican primary election for the District 05 House of Representatives seat.  After making a push to reach thousands of voters in the state, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFPA) celebrates Ogles’ nomination for reelection and looks forward to working with him in the 119th Congress.   

After the race was called, AFP Action Senior Advisor Tori Venable released the following statement:   

“We are thrilled to congratulate Rep. Andy Ogles on his primary election win. Tennessee voters once again clearly showed they want principled conservatives to fight for our state in D.C.  Congressman Andy Ogles is the champion for liberty and fiscal responsibility who Tennesseans can trust to represent our great state.   

“We are incredibly proud of our volunteers who worked tirelessly to support Rep. Ogles’ primary win. Authentic grassroots support, like knocking on doors and phone banking, wins elections. Even in the short engagement window, AFP Action staff and volunteers made 36,000 voter contacts; our grassroots powerhouse was a key player in this victory. We might be outspent, but our Tennessee volunteers will not be outworked.” 

AFP Action Endorses Candidates in Georgia General Election

Atlanta, Georgia—Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action)today announced its endorsements in five competitive state house races: Rep. Scott Hilton (HD48), Rep. Deborah Silcox (HD53), Rep. Matt Reeves (HD99), Elvia Davila (HD108), and Sandy Donatucci (HD105).

These candidates have earned AFP Action’s endorsement for their commitment to protecting Georgia’s taxpayers, lowering barriers to work and employment, expanding education freedom for Georgia’s students, and supporting reforms to Georgia’s health care system that empower patients with a personal option in health care.

AFP Action Senior Advisor Tony West issued the following statement after the announcement:

“Georgians have seen historic and transformational change from under the Gold Dome this past legislative session. But if we hope to build and grow that progress, we need to continue supporting policy champions. Georgians can’t be content or rest on their laurels—if we are to succeed in reigniting the American Dream we need to ensure the candidates win their races. AFP Action will continue to deploy its best-in-class digital and grassroots outreach to support these candidates and maintain the momentum moving in to next session.”

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Background:

Rep. Scott Hilton

In his time in the legislature, Rep. Hilton has been a big supporter of education choice. As a freshman lawmaker, he introduced HB 801, an Education Savings Account proposal, and in 2024 he advocated passionately for SB 233 in 2024 in the Education Committee and on the House floor, a bill that ultimately was signed into law. He has co-sponsored legislation making it easier for people to get to work, like HB 1142 and HB 1144, and voted for laws that reformed outdated regulations like certificate of need (HB1339) and occupational licensing for beauty services (SB 354).

Rep. Deborah Silcox

Rep. Silcox has been a consistent and reliable supporter of education choice while a member of the State House. In 2024, Rep. Silcox leaned into healthcare reform, encouraging her colleagues in a speech on the House floor that while HB1339 was a step in the right direction, more reform is needed to Georgia’s outdated certificate of need regulation. She also co-sponsored HB 926, the Second Chance Workforce Act, which will significantly improve the work prospects of many Georgians with a past criminal record.

Rep. Matt Reeves

Reeves has consistently voted for legislation supporting freedom and opportunity, like SB 233 the Georgia Promise Scholarship Act, HB 1339 certificate of need reform, and SB 354, reforms to occupational licensing. He also authored HB 926, the Second Chance Workforce Act, which will significantly improve the work prospects of many Georgians with a past criminal record. He was also the House sponsor of SB 414, the Personal Privacy Protection Act, which ensures state agencies may not publicize citizens’ private information unlawfully

Elvia Davila

A first-time candidate, Davila is a community leader dedicated to improving the lives of the people of House District 108. If elected, Davila will support legislation that removes government barriers to freedom and opportunity.

Sandy Donatucci

Donatucci is a mother and small businesswoman. She knows how difficult inflation is for families and businesses. She will go to Atlanta and work to lower taxes and government red tape to ensure Georgia continues to have a strong economy and prosperity for all.