Following the results of the Texas Primary Elections on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, JOUR-PAC released the following statement after winning close to 90% of contested primary races in which JOUR-PAC made an endorsement. There were 27 races where JOUR-PAC made an endorsement in Texas, and we are pleased to state that JOUR-PAC's endorsed candidates won outright in 18 races or are proceeding to a runoff in 6 races.
Visit our Election HQ here: 2018 Elections First, a huge congratulations to JOUR-PAC Reformers, proven incumbent leaders who have shown themselves to be true conservative reformers, working for Justice, Opportunity, and United Reform. ALL of our JOUR-PAC Reformers won their primaries on Tuesday, showing that their constituents respect and support their work for Justice, Opportunity, and United Reform. The following are the 15 Reformers who won their primaries: Governor Greg Abbott (R-TX): WIN! 90-8-1% Victory. Lt. Governor Dan Patrick (R-TX): WIN! 76-24% Victory. Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-TX 04): WIN! 86-14% Victory. Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX 14): WIN! 75-20-5% Victory. Rep. Will Hurd (R-TX 23): WIN! 80-20% Victory. Rep. Kenny Marchant (R-TX 24): WIN! 74-26% Victory. Rep. Michael Burgess (R-TX 26): WIN! 77-23% Victory. State Senator Bob Hall (R-TX SD 02): WIN! 53-47% Victory. State Senator Charles Schwertner (R-TX SD 05): WIN! 75-25% Victory. State Senator Joan Huffman (R-TX SD 17): WIN! 73-27% Victory. State Senator Donna Campbell (R-TX SD 25): WIN! 74-26% Victory. State Representative Matt Schaefer (R-TX HD 06): WIN! 73-27% Victory. State Representative Mike Lang (R-TX HD 60): WIN! 58-38-3% Victory. State Representative Ron Simmons (R-TX HD 65): WIN! 83-17% Victory. State Representative Valoree Swanson (R-TX HD 150): WIN! 80-20% Victory. 3 JOUR-PAC Endorsed Rising Star Candidates won their primaries outright on Tuesday. These 3 are rising stars, and we are proud to have supported them in the primary and look forward to ensuring their elections in the general election: Van Taylor (R-TX 03 CAND): WIN! 85-9-6% Victory! Mayes Middleton (R-TX HD 23 CAND): WIN! 57-43% Victory! Cynthia Flores (R-TX HD 52 CAND): WIN! 60-22-17% Victory! 6 JOUR-PAC Endorsed Rising Star Candidates are headed to a runoff on May 22, 2018. We will work hard to get them to victory in the runoff: Dan Crenshaw (R-TX 02 CAND): Runoff 27% (second place) - 33% (first place) - 27% (third place) Bunni Pounds (R-TX 05 CAND): Runoff 22% (second place) - 29% (first place) - 17% (third place) Ron Wright (R-TX 06 CAND): Runoff 45% (first place) - 22% (second place) - 8% (third place) Chip Roy (R-TX 21 CAND): Runoff 27% (first place) - 17% (second place) - 16% (third place) Michael Cloud (R-TX 27 CAND): Runoff 34% (second place) - 36% (first place) - 12% (third place) Matt Beebe (R-TX HD 121 CAND): Runoff 29 (first place) - 26% (second place) - 13% (third place) We would like to thank candidates Emily Cook, Amber Pearce, and Kevin Fulton who brought their voices and hard work in their primary races. JOUR-PAC thanks all these candidates for running and look forward to helping them win in the runoff and the general election.
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"It’s time we come together and focus on progress, not partisan politics and gridlock. We need to celebrate what unites us, not what divides us. This has guided my work in the State Assembly. And it will guide my work in Congress, where I’ll work for solutions that benefit us all as Americans — a strong economy, a strong military, rebuilding our infrastructure and protecting public safety and national security.” ---Rocky Chavez
JOUR-PAC is proud to endorse Rocky Chavez for California's 49th Congressional District. This district is currently represented by Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA 49), who is vacating the seat. Rocky Chavez is a Marine Corps veteran, the former Undersecretary of the California Department of Veterans Affairs, and a California Assemblyman with a proven record that shows he would be a strong conservative reformer in Congress: "ROCKY CHÁVEZ has lived the American Dream — and has the grit and far-reaching experience to help protect it for future generations. As a boy, he worked as a dishwasher and farm worker, then later paid his way through college harvesting almonds and working in a packing plant. He joined the Marine Corps after college, and served honorably for 28 years, rising to the rank of Colonel and serving as the 4th Marine Division’s Chief of Staff. His military service included time in Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Philippines, Thailand, Caribbean and Malaysia. He completed graduate studies in International Relations at Old Dominion, and trained with military officers from Vietnam, Thailand, Israel, Egypt, Italy, Brazil, Argentina, France, England, Germany, South Korea, Ukraine and Japan. After retiring from the Corps, he was elected to the Oceanside City Council in 2002, where he helped balance the city’s budget, encourage economic development to create jobs, and streamline operations to protect tax money. He served as the city’s Deputy Mayor, and on the board of the Women’s Resource Center, helping victims of child abuse and domestic violence. In 2009, he was appointed Undersecretary of the California Department of Veterans Affairs, where he helped improve and expand services. Rocky was elected to the California State Assembly in 2012, where he has been a fearless advocate for families, veterans and public safety — the fighting spirit he'll bring to Congress to help rebuild our economy, military and national defense." The following are some of his positions on important issues: Demanding Government Efficiency: "Clearly, serious steps need to be taken to reduce the power of the federal government and the money it wastes, to eliminate unfair and unneeded regulations that punish businesses and cost jobs, and to build confidence in government’s ability to get the job done for taxpayers at a reasonable cost. In Congress, I’ll support all efforts to hold federal agencies accountable for the money they spend, to ensure that tax dollars are wisely invested in programs that work to benefit taxpayers, and to demand that inefficient and failed programs, polices and regulations are eliminated. On waste and inefficiency, I’ll be a tough-minded budget hawk." Building the New Economy: "To keep America’s economy moving forward, we need to continue providing incentives to help companies grow, to invest in innovation and American jobs, and to ensure they can compete in the global marketplace. In the Legislature, I supported efforts to reduce California’s tax and regulatory burdens — among the heaviest in the nation. I also worked to improve our schools and expand vocational training to ensure we have the skilled workers demanded by the new economy — important work I’ll continue in Congress. By unleashing innovation and investment, and by providing a skilled and educated workforce, we can help our companies, large and small, grow and create jobs, with a smart balance of high-tech, manufacturing, biotechnology, tourism, energy, transportation and health. In Congress, I’ll support all responsible efforts to foster the innovation and economic diversity needed to propel our economy into the future — here in California, and across America." Education: "Educating our children and helping adults increase their job skills is the most important investment government can make. America’s future depends on it. I strongly support early childhood education, rigorous K-12 curriculum, career tech and vocational training, and community colleges that provide a pathway to four-year universities or the skills needed for better jobs and enriching careers. In Congress, I’ll continue the work I began in the Legislature to bring new fiscal accountability to higher education — and to rein in out-of-control administrative costs, reduce tuition and ensure our colleges and universities are affordable for everyone wanting to attend." Taking Aim at Serious and Violent Crime: "Trafficking a child for sex, raping an unconscious person, assaulting a peace officer, using a deadly weapon during an assault and other similar crimes are clearly serious and violent — and yet under current California law, these crimes are not officially classified as serious or violent felony offenses, meaning criminals convicted of these crimes can be released from prison early after serving only a fraction of their sentence. I’m working to help pass an initiative that would make these crimes violent felony offenses in California, so criminals convicted of these crimes serve their full sentences. I’m also supporting efforts to fix the problems created by recent criminal justice “reforms” that have released tens of thousands of inmates without adequate support or preparation, which is fueling dramatic increases in crime throughout California. Other reforms have reduced certain crimes to misdemeanors — such as theft under $950, which has resulted in hundreds of millions of dollars in property being stolen by “serial” thieves who steal repeatedly with virtually no consequence. This needs to be fixed." Taking Care of Veterans: "We’re honored in our district to have the largest population of veterans in California — men and women who sacrificed to serve our state and nation. As a former Undersecretary of the California Department of Veterans Affairs, and as a member of the Governor’s Military Council, I demanded and will continue demanding that the federal VA provide our veterans and their families with the timely services and support they are owed for their service. The VA’s failure to do this in past years is a disgrace and will not be tolerated. Honoring America’s promise to our military veterans will be a top priority for me in Congress — for those who have sacrificed so much to keep us safe." Rocky Chavez has the experience and policy-driven knowledge to serve with honor and integrity as a strong representative for the people of California's 49th Congressional District. He is a just, compassionate, results-driven candidate who will pursue justice, opportunity, and reform in Congress. Therefore, JOUR-PAC officially endorses Rocky Chavez for California's 49th Congressional District! We urge the citizens of California's 49th Congressional District to support Rocky Chavez for Congress. Visit his campaign webpage here: http://www.rockychavezforcongress.com "What I see is that we have a government that is not really serving we the people. I got into this race because I feel we need people who will go there and have the courage to stand up to a culture of corruption." ---Michael Cloud
JOUR-PAC is proud to endorse Michael Cloud for Texas' 27st Congressional District. This district is currently represented by Rep. Blake Farenthold (R-TX 27), who is leaving Congress. Michael Cloud was the County Chair of the Victoria County Republican Party and an active conservative leader with a proven record and would be a strong conservative reformer in Congress: "My name is Michael Cloud, husband, father, and grateful citizen of the United States. I have a passion for helping people and making a difference in our communities, state and nation. That’s why I’m running to represent our 27th District of Texas in Congress. For over a decade, I have been a leader in advancing the conservative principles upon which our nation was founded. Over the last seven years as County Chair of the Victoria County Republican Party, I led the effort to turn Victoria County red, restored financial solvency and oversaw tremendous growth in grassroots involvement — leading to the overwhelming success of Republican candidates. Most importantly, we accomplished this growth without compromising our shared conservative values. Currently, I represent 21 Texas counties as a member of the State Republican Executive Committee, which guides the direction of the Republican Party of Texas. In this role I help guide the state party, empower grassroots activists and work to ensure conservative platform priorities make it through the legislative process to become law. As a small business owner of Bright Idea Media, I understand that our economy thrives best when the ingenuity of the American People is free to thrive in an environment unencumbered by Federal bureaucracy. I want to see all businesses thrive in Texas. I am a graduate of Oral Roberts University where I, in addition to my studies, ran track and cross country. Following graduation, I served as the media and communications director at Faith Family Church, Victoria, Texas where my family and I continue to be active members. As a husband and father, I understand the urgency of transforming Washington and preserving for future generations the liberty and prosperity we enjoy as Americans. My greatest treasure is my family. My wife Rosel is a naturalized citizen and a public school teacher. We are very proud parents of three children – Ean, Zoe, and Kent." The following are some of his positions on important issues: "Federal Spending and Debt: Over the past ten years, our nation’s debt has exploded, climbing past $20 trillion dollars. The debate between Republicans and Democrats in Congress seems to be over whether it is better to go bankrupt in 10 years or 20 years. Without a serious congressional commitment to responsible spending cuts, our country will remain on a path to fiscal ruin. We need people of courage in Washington if we are going to bring spending under control. “No pecuniary consideration is more urgent, than the regular redemption and discharge of the public debt.” – George Washington Economy and Jobs: Freedom leads to prosperity. Michael’s top priorities include fostering job creation and unleashing the innovative potential of the American people by cutting back federal regulations and simplifying our convoluted tax code. “A wise and frugal government…shall leave them otherwise free to regulate their own pursuits of industry and improvement, and shall not take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned. This is the sum of good government.” — Thomas Jefferson Education: As the father of three children and husband of a public school teacher, Michael understands our urgent need to provide a quality education for all of our nation’s students. Our bureaucratic approach to education is failing our students. We need to free teachers to teach and provide parents greater input in educational choices for their children. “The philosophy of the school room in one generation will be the philosophy of government in the next.” – Abraham Lincoln" Former Rep. Ron Paul (R-TX) endorsed Michael Cloud stating: "I worked with Michael when he served in the Victoria Young Republicans Club, and again when he was chairman of the Victoria County GOP. I know him to be a man of his word, principled, trustworthy and hardworking, I hope my former supporters will get behind him because our country desperately needs leaders with integrity, courage and moral character. Michael Cloud is that kind of leader." Michael Cloud has the experience and policy-driven knowledge to serve with honor and integrity as a strong representative for the people of Texas' 27th Congressional District. He is a just, compassionate, results-driven candidate who will pursue justice, opportunity, and reform in Congress. Therefore, JOUR-PAC officially endorses Michael Cloud for Texas' 27th Congressional District! We urge the citizens of Texas' 27th Congressional District to support Michael Cloud for Congress. Visit his campaign webpage here: https://www.cloudforcongress.com/ JOUR-PAC is proud to endorse Jim Hagedorn for Minnesota's 1st Congressional District. This district is currently represented by Rep. Tim Walz (D-MN 01), who is running for Governor.
Jim Hagedorn is a former conservative Congressional aide, a small business owner, and comes from a family of farmers, and he is an active conservative leader with a proven record that shows he would be a strong conservative reformer in Congress: "Jim Hagedorn was born in Blue Earth, Minnesota, in 1962, to parents Thomas, a grain and livestock farmer, and Kathleen, a homemaker. Jim’s grandparents, Fred and Viola Mittelstadt and Pete and Elaine Hagedorn, were all lifelong Blue Earth residents. In 1963 the family moved from Blue Earth to their 160 acre grain and hog farm located just outside the small town of Truman. Jim’s formative years were spent on the Truman farm. His father and grandfather were full-time farmers and, as partners, regularly worked 1,000 acres or more. Jim helped work the land, walk the bean fields, feed the hogs, maintain the property, and developed a firsthand understanding of farming and the business side of agriculture. Growing up on the farm was also fun, as Jim and younger sisters, Heidi and Tricia, would ride horses and play games. Living on a farm and being part of a rural community ingrained, in Jim, small town values and an appreciation for country living. In 1974, Jim’s father was elected to Congress to represent southern Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District. Shortly thereafter the family began splitting time between Washington, D.C. and Minnesota – spending the school year in the Virginia suburbs of DC and returning each summer to the Truman farm. Throughout Thomas Hagedorn’s congressional career, Jim learned about national politics firsthand and interacted with notable politicians and famous leaders, including Jack Kemp, Henry Hyde and Ronald Reagan, who, along with his father, are Jim’s political heroes. Jim met candidate Reagan in 1979 at a Hagedorn Mankato fundraiser and then again in 1981 when President Reagan invited Jim and his father to the Oval Office to discuss a letter-to-the editor that Jim had written in defense of Reagan economic policies. In 1984, Jim was hired as the legislative assistant to former Minnesota Republican Congressman Arlan Stangeland. Jim handled an array of issues and successfully managed the Congressman’s legislative agenda, including stewardship of H.R. 916, a 1987-88 bipartisan “workfare” bill that required able-bodied welfare recipients to work for benefits. This bill was conceptually enacted into law shortly after Republicans won control of the House of Representatives in 1994. In 2005 Jim thwarted a Bush administration policy to merge the nation’s coin and currency agencies, an idea that would have cost taxpayers $500 million for no added value, and transferred power from career civil servants to partisan political appointees. At great risk to his career, Jim crafted an appropriations provision and worked with the Congress and interested parties, including unions, to prohibit the use of federal funds to merge the Bureau of Engraving and Printing into the United States Mint. This spending prohibition remains in force today and for this accomplishment Jim enjoys support from both management and organized labor. In 2014, Jim won a hotly contested Republican primary election, and then went on to receive 45.7 percent of the vote against incumbent Democrat congressman Tim Walz in the November general election. Jim won six counties and amassed the highest percentage vote against Walz since his election to congress in 2006. Jim announced his candidacy for the 2016 election on May 12, 2015. Jim received the endorsement of Minnesota’s First District Republican Party on May 7, 2016, and handily won the August 9th Republican primary election, 76.5% - 23.5%. Jim came up just short of defeating incumbent Democrat Tim Walz and pulling off the biggest congressional upset of the November 8, 2016, general election. Hagedorn won the overwhelming majority of southern Minnesota’s precincts and carried 13 of the First District’s 21 counties, six by 60% or more of the vote. The 50.3% - 49.6% result (Walz 169,071 – Hagedorn 166,524) was the 12th closest congressional election in Minnesota’s history." Recently, Congress passed H.R. 1892, a $300 Billion Budget Busting Increase, a $1.5 Trillion "Bipartisan Budget Act" that also suspended the debt ceiling for 1 year. Most Republicans in both Houses of Congress voted for it, showing there are very, very few true fiscal conservatives. It appears most of them just used "fiscal responsibility" rhetoric for their campaigns but most never intended to keep their promise. JOUR-PAC is committed to working to elect more leaders who recognize the importance of fiscal responsibility, and candidates' views on this bill and fiscal responsibility is extremely important considering that more votes like this one are expected in the years to come as Congress needs more fiscally responsible leaders who will work to prevent increases in our national debt. Jim Hagedorn is the candidate in Minnesota's 1st who has shown that he is a principled, fiscal conservative. Here is his statement on the bill and how he would vote on it if he was in the House: "This is a vote on which I would have broken ranks with the Trump administration and GOP leaders. Federal agencies are bloated and in dire need of reform, the Department of Defense included. My background and expertise involves identifying government inefficiencies, reforming federal operations, cutting spending, eliminating federal jobs and improving service to the American people. We must spend taxpayers money more wisely, conservatively, and wring out waste, fraud and abuse. We should also return to regular order on appropriations bills - no more omnibus last minute blockbuster spending deals! I understand how the $20 trillion national debt and the $80-100 trillion in unfunded federal liabilities loom as serious long term threats to our economy and American way of life. As your Congressman, I will work to limit and reform the federal government, vote for pro-growth tax, regulatory and energy policies to keep expanding the U.S. economy and push all national leaders to plan for the massive increase in debt service payments that will follow the unfolding uptick in interest rates." JOUR-PAC Reformer Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN 06) endorsed Jim Hagedorn. Here is the press release: "Blue Earth, Minnesota – Jim Hagedorn, the GOP candidate for Congress in Minnesota’s First District, has received the endorsement of U.S. Representative Tom Emmer. Congressman Emmer represents Minnesota’s Sixth District and serves as Deputy Chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee, the GOP organization devoted to electing Republican candidates to the U.S. House of Representatives. “Jim Hagedorn is one of hardest working congressional candidates in the nation,” said Emmer. “Jim came within an eyelash of defeating an established incumbent in 2016. Minnesota’s First District is ready for change, and he’s well-positioned to win in 2018.” In the 2016 election, Hagedorn received 49.6% of the vote against six-term incumbent Democrat Tim Walz, who is not seeking re-election to Congress. The now open First District is rated as “Toss-up” by political scientist Larry Sabato and R+5 by the Cook Political Report. During the first Federal Election Commission reporting period of 2017 (January 1 thru March 31st), Hagedorn reported contributions of $221,000. “Congressman Emmer is a highly-respected Republican leader in Congress and throughout the State of Minnesota,” said Hagedorn. “I am grateful and humbled to receive Tom’s endorsement and I look forward to continue working with him to win in 2018 and expand the GOP’s congressional majority.” Jim Hagedorn has the experience and policy-driven knowledge to serve with honor and integrity as a strong representative for the people of Minnesota's 1st Congressional District. He is a just, compassionate, results-driven candidate who will pursue justice, opportunity, and reform in Congress. Therefore, JOUR-PAC officially endorses Jim Hagedorn for Minnesota's 1st Congressional District! We urge the citizens of Minnesota's 1st Congressional District to support Jim Hagedorn for Congress. Visit his campaign webpage here: http://www.jimhagedorn.org/
JOUR-PAC is proud to endorse Chip Roy for Texas' 21st Congressional District. This district is currently represented by Rep. Lamar Smith (R-TX 21), who is retiring.
Chip Roy is the Vice President of Strategy for the Texas Public Policy Foundation and an active conservative leader with a proven record and would be a strong conservative reformer in Congress: "Chip Roy is a genuine conservative, a committed husband and father and a true patriot with extensive experience in both the private sector and public service. Most recently, Chip served as the Vice President of Strategy for the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Previously, he served in several top leadership positions for Texas elected officials, including as the First Assistant Attorney General of Texas under Ken Paxton. Prior to that, he served as Chief of Staff to U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and as a senior advisor to Texas Governor Rick Perry – including as director of State-Federal Relations for the State of Texas. He is also a former federal prosecutor, having served as Special Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of Texas, and served Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) as staff director of his leadership office and senior counsel on the Senate Judiciary Committee. He spent nearly 3 years as an investment banking analyst with NationsBanc Capital Markets. He received a B.S. in Commerce and an M.S. in Management Information Systems from the University of Virginia as well as a J.D. from the University of Texas. He is married to Carrah Roy, and has two children, Charlie and Virginia. He is a member of Hyde Park Baptist Church in Austin, Texas." The following are some of his positions on important issues: "Conservatism: The next U.S. Representative for the Texas 21st must demonstrate a genuine commitment to stand strong against the tidal wave of DC insiders and have a proven track record of doing so – on all issues – across the board. Almost all Republicans run on a standard checklist of issues – “be pro-God, be pro-gun, support the military, cut taxes, cut regulation, cut spending, end Obamacare, secure the border,” and the like, and almost all run as “conservative.” But these are just words. Conservatism is much more – and reflects a genuine commitment to limited constitutional government and the unlimited freedom and opportunity that it creates for mankind. Reduce Federal Spending: With $21 trillion in debt eclipsing our economy, we can and must reduce spending, which hasn’t slowed down regardless of the party in power. That’s because of how the Washington establishment – “the swamp” – operates. So I’ll fight the return of earmarks, used in the past for back-room deal making to grease the skids in exchange for K Street cronyism. We also need the willpower to pass a balanced budget and refuse to increase the debt ceiling without meaningful spending reductions. Instead, Congress prefers to unilaterally disarm and hide in the corner from accusation of “government shutdown.” This is unacceptable, and spending must be contained immediately. As a member of Congress, I will make reducing spending a top priority – as it is the best method of making Washington far less important in our lives – and breaking the back of the Washington establishment. Tax Reform: The recent tax bill was a great step forward for economic growth because it leaves far more money in the hands of the people and of small, medium and large businesses. Unfortunately, it still left the tax code far too complex and far too onerous. We must simplify taxes – whether it’s repealing the 16th Amendment and going to national sales tax, or going to a simple flat tax that can be filled out on a postcard under the current system – or considering a truly federalist approach and allowing states to collect taxes as they see fit and remit to the treasury… we must reduce the annual burden and cost of the massively complex federal tax code. April 15th should not be a consequential date in your life unless it happens to be Easter or Good Friday." He has also received the endorsement of some prominent conservative leaders and groups: JOUR-PAC Reformer Senator Mike Lee (R-UT): "We desperately need people like Chip Roy in the U.S. Congress. The problem is there are far too few of them. You can help with that. Please help me elect Chip to the U.S. Congress." House Freedom Fund: "We are proud to announce our endorsement of Chip Roy (R-TX) for Congress in the 21st district of Texas where Congressman Lamar Smith (R-TX) is retiring. Chip Roy is a rock-solid conservative who has a long record of fighting for our principles and values. He has served as a federal prosecutor, Senator Ted Cruz’s chief of staff, an advisor to Governor Rick Perry, the First Assistant Attorney General of Texas, and recently as a top strategist for the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Chip is a full-spectrum conservative who voters can count on to deliver on his campaign promises. And his experience will allow him to hit the ground running if he’s elected next year." Club for Growth: "Club for Growth PAC is excited to announce our endorsement of Chip Roy for Congress,” stated Club for Growth PAC President David McIntosh. “Cut from the same cloth as Sens. Ted Cruz and Mike Lee, Chip is exactly the type of fiscal conservative Congress needs.” “He has dedicated his career to upholding the law and constitutional principles of limited government. From his time fighting in the trenches to repeal Obamacare and cut federal spending, there’s no question about where Chip stands on the issues. “While the Republican primary field may be a crowded one, there’s only one true conservative in this race – and that’s Chip Roy. Club for Growth PAC is all-in and looks forward to all the great conservative policies Chip will champion when he comes to serve Texas in Congress in 2019.” Chip Roy has the experience and policy-driven knowledge to serve with honor and integrity as a strong representative for the people of Texas' 21st Congressional District. He is a just, compassionate, results-driven candidate who will pursue justice, opportunity, and reform in Congress. Therefore, JOUR-PAC officially endorses Chip Roy for Texas' 21st Congressional District! We urge the citizens of Texas' 21st Congressional District to support Chip Roy for Congress. Visit his campaign webpage here: https://chiproy.com/
JOUR-PAC is proud to endorse Cynthia Dunbar for Virginia's 6th Congressional District. This district is currently represented by Rep. Bob Goodlatte (R-VA 06), who is retiring.
Cynthia Dunbar is a Virginia Republican National Committee Member with a strong record of being a conservative reformer: "Though both parties are to blame for Congress’s inability to get anything accomplished, Cynthia is particularly frustrated with her own party. “The fact that we Republicans hold both chambers in Congress and continue to play politics instead of keeping our promises to the American people is unacceptable,” said Dunbar. Cynthia is a true conservative with a record of winning tough battles and she has the scars to prove it. She does not spend years politely tiptoeing around leadership with few victories to show for her time. She gets in, gets things done and then gets out." The following are some of her views: "For over two decades and specifically over the last twelve months as National Committeewoman, I have witnessed firsthand the disarray and dysfunction inside Congress which is crippling our Republic. Our national debt, our out of control spending, our tax system, our immigration policy are just a few reasons why Americans elected Republicans. The people entrusted our party with control of the House, the Senate, and the White House to lead the fight to save our nation. That is exactly what we need to be doing. As constitutional conservatives, we can no longer allow career politicians to focus on the next election as opposed to current problems facing our nation. What we need is true conservative leadership willing to support our President, uphold our party Platform, keep our Promises, and deliver liberty and justice for all." She has received the endorsement of some prominent leaders and organizations: Conservative Leader Morton Blackwell, a former special assistant to President Ronald Reagan and Virginia Republican National Committeeman stated: "I have had the pleasure of working side-by-side with Cynthia Dunbar on the Republican National Committee and seeing up close her efforts for our party and our Republic. She fights tirelessly for conservative principles and has a remarkable ability to inspire and lead conservative activists. She is a personification of the fearless conservative leadership that our country needs. I heartily give her my full endorsement to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives. She will be more than just a vote!" Former Rep. Ron Paul (R-TX) endorsed her stating: "I have given my life to fight for liberty. It is always refreshing to encounter others with the same passion, conviction, and understanding necessary to defend our Constitution. Cynthia not only encapsulates these traits, but also has the integrity and fearlessness to stand up to politicians who wish to expand our government and infringe upon our rights. I have known Cynthia for over a decade now and she has always proved herself to be a stalwart defender of the freedoms guaranteed to us as Americans. Her voice will be heard loudly and clearly across the nation in defense of liberty, and she is the best candidate to represent our shared values in Congress. I am pleased to give her my endorsement and full support in her campaign to represent Virginia’s 6th district." Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) endorsed her stating: "Cynthia Dunbar is a candidate who is shaped by her understanding of the Constitution, and driven by a passion to elevate and preserve our founding principles. She will be a conservative voice and strong advocate for the people of Virginia’s Sixth District. I am proud to offer my endorsement and support for her campaign." Cynthia Dunbar has the experience as a Virginia Republican National Committee Member to serve with honor and integrity as a strong representative for the people of Virginia's 6th Congressional District. She is a just, compassionate, results-driven candidate who will pursue justice, opportunity, and reform in Congress. Therefore, JOUR-PAC officially endorses Cynthia Dunbar for Virginia's 6th Congressional District! We urge the citizens of Virginia's 6th Congressional District to support Cynthia Dunbar for Congress. Visit his campaign web page here: https://www.dunbarforcongress.com/ JOUR-PAC is proud to endorse Debbie Lesko for Arizona's 8th Congressional District Special Election. This district is currently represented by Rep. Trent Franks (AZ-08), who resigned from office. There will be a special election primary on February 27, 2018.
Debbie Lesko is a former Arizona State Senator and Representative with a proven record as a conservative reformer. Here are some highlights: "Happily married mother of three children Bachelor's degree in Business Administration Arizona State Representative - Legislative District 21, 2008-2012 Arizona State Senator - Legislative District 21, 2012-current Arizona Senate President Pro-Tempore Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee and member of the Health and Rules Committees Advisory Council member, Faith House Domestic Violence Shelter Fighter Country Partnership member (Supports Luke AFB and military members) Served on the Desert Valley Elementary School Site Council (Peoria Unified School District) Served as Arizona Federation of Taxpayers' Board Member Served as Elected Officer of the State and County Republican Party Served as a hearing officer in the North Valley Justice Court Served as Legislative District 9 Republican Chairman Served as voter registration chairman for the Maricopa County Republican Party Served as 1st Vice President of the Arrowhead Republican Women Club." The following are some of her views on some important issues: "National Debt: "President Obama was a tax-and-spend liberal and in his short reign he accumulated more debt than all previous Presidents combined. This is outrageous. In Congress I will fight for a balanced budget, to end budget gimmicks, and to rein in spending that both parties have let get out of control. If that means I have to tell Speaker Ryan no, then that's exactly what I will do. No more burdening the generations that come after us with massive debts. The time to tackle this is now." Education: "I believe education is about empowering parents to make the right choices for their children and their families. That's why I believe the federal government needs to get out of the way of decisions made at the local level. I will support federal block grants back to states so that we in Arizona can continue to decide how best to spend our money - not bureaucrats in Washington." Border Security: "We must secure our border, period. Some sections need a physical barrier like the wall, and other parts require technology and more manpower." She has received the endorsements of some prominent groups and leaders: Maggie's List, a group created to raise awareness and funds to increase the number of conservative women elected to federal public office, stated: "As a fiscal conservative, Debbie understands the effects of high taxes on the families of CD-08. Debbie has an impressive political background. Debbie served in the Arizona House from 2008-2012. In 2012 she began serving in the Arizona Senate. She was the Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee and member of the Health and Rule Committees. In 2016, Debbie worked on Pension Reform for firefighters and police officers. She then worked on the first ESA vouchers in the country. Debbie also worked on a historic tax reform that lowered taxes for consumers and business owners. House Freedom Fund, a conservative organization backed by several conservative House members including House Freedom Caucus members, stated: "State Senator Debbie Lesko (R-AZ) is running for the Republican nomination in the special election for Congress in Arizona’s 8th district. She’s a proven conservative leader who will fight for limited government, economic freedom, and personal responsibility. Lesko was elected to the Arizona state house in 2008 and to the state senate in 2012. She has fought for lower taxes, fewer regulations, pension reform, school choice, and greater protections for the unborn. If she’s elected, she will stand up to the big spenders in both parties. “In Congress I will fight for a balanced budget, to end budget gimmicks, and to rein in spending that both parties have let get out of control,” said Lesko. “If that means I have to tell Speaker Ryan no, then that’s exactly what I will do. No more burdening the generations that come after us with massive debts. The time to tackle this is now.” Please support Debbie Lesko in the February 27th primary election by donating to her campaign today. The primary election is the race that counts since the Republican nominee will be heavily favored in the general election. Now is the time for conservatives to help elect the best candidate. The Arizona Republic, an Arizona newspaper, stated: "But what really sets Lesko apart from this right-wing field of candidates is that she enjoys the advantage of actually making things happen – big things. Her highest achievement was shepherding through pension reform in 2016 in a way that drew the support of both parties. Her bill helped shore up the state’s seriously underfunded public safety worker pension plan, and drew the applause of conservative political observers. Our editorial columnist Robert Robb called it “a paradigm buster” that “blazed new ground on a difficult and emotional topic that is producing paralysis around the country.” Before that, Lesko sponsored a bill signed by Jan Brewer that dramatically overhauled the state’s sales-tax collection system. While Lesko is too conservative on immigration policy for our taste, her tough stand on border security is prerequisite to running in CD 8. And there is some balance to Lesko's immigration brief. She doesn’t describe Trump's wall as a panacea, saying, “Some sections (of the border) need a physical barrier like the wall, and other parts require technology and more manpower.” While some of her opponents would catapult “Dreamers” across the border and back to Mexico, Lesko expresses sympathy for those young people brought here illegally as children by their parents. She would grant them legal status, though not a path to citizenship. We also had our policy differences with Lesko on Arizona’s school-voucher program. We’ve expressed concerns about Empowerment Scholarship Accounts, and Lesko recently authored a bill to expand them. But they do show she is in the thick of working and shaping policy. Lesko has more than proven her conservative bona fides. She has the support of the House Freedom Caucus, made up of conservative and libertarian members of the U.S. House of Representatives. To her credit, she has demonstrated she is not a rigid ideologue. Her work on pension reform proved she could reach across the aisle and also work with labor. In the state Capitol's #MeToo cases, Lesko showed good sense calling for the resignation of state Rep. Don Shooter, who had been accused of sexual harassment by more than a half-dozen women. But in this field, only one person can boast of large policy achievements." Debbie Lesko has the experience and a proven record as a former State Senator and Representative and the character and integrity to be an excellent representative for the people of Arizona's 8th Congressional District. She is a just, compassionate, results-driven candidate who will pursue justice, opportunity, and reform in Congress. Therefore, JOUR-PAC officially endorses Debbie Lesko for Arizona's 8th Congressional District! We urge the citizens of Arizona's 8th Congressional District to support Debbie Lesko for Congress. Visit her campaign web page here: http://www.debbieleskoforcongress.com/ JOUR-PAC is proud to endorse Ron Wright for Texas' 6th Congressional District. This district is currently represented by Rep. Joe Barton (R-TX 06), who is retiring.
Ron Wright is a former Arlington City Council Mayor Pro-Tempore and Tax Assessor-Collector of Tarrant County with a proven record as a conservative reformer: "Ron spent the first thirty years of his career in the private sector. His first job was milking cows on his family's dairy farm in Springtown, Texas. After that, Ron worked in construction before managing an audio visual company at the age of 25. Ron then went to work at PVI Industries in Fort Worth, Texas, selling high-end commercial boilers and water heating equipment. Beginning in 1985, he spent fifteen years as a project manager for a cooling tower company in Fort Worth, Texas, overseeing multi-million dollar projects throughout the United States and Canada. Ron served at-large on the Arlington City Council from 2000 to 2008, including the last four years as Mayor Pro Tempore. He was the District Director for U.S. Congressman Joe Barton from 2000 to 2009 and was the congressman's Chief of Staff from January, 2009 to May, 2011. In May, Ron left Washington to accept appointment by the Commissioners Court to replace Betsy Price as the Tax Assessor-Collector of Tarrant County. He was elected to a full term by the voters of Tarrant County in November 2012, and re-elected to a four-year term in November 2016. Ron has received numerous awards recognizing his civic leadership, including Volunteer of the Year, Man of the Year for Community Service, Hero of the Homeless award, Friend of Education commendation, the Partnership Award of the Fort Worth Builders Association, and a special award from the Arlington Historical Society." The following are some of his views on some important issues: "Taxes and Spending: As Tarrant County Tax Assessor Collector, Ron instituted systematic reforms to increase efficiency, eliminate redundancy, and return hard-earned money to taxpayers. As Representative for the 6th District, Ron will fight for comprehensive tax reform, cutting taxes for the middle class and simplifying the tax code for working Americans. Ron’s proven track record of fighting for lower taxes and against government waste has garnered him the endorsement of Texans for Fiscal Responsibility. Education Reform: When it comes to education, Ron believes that local control is better than centralized bureaucracy, and that parental choice is crucial in the schooling of our children. In Congress, Ron will back legislation that maximizes government support for education and minimizes government interference with parental rights. Ron will fight for the autonomy of local school districts, the expansion of school vouchers, and the rights of parents to home school their children." Some leading JOUR-PAC Reformers have endorsed Ron Wright for Congress: JOUR-PAC Reformer State Senator Konni Burton (R-TX SD 10) stated: "Ron Wright has been a longtime fighter for every citizen he has represented. Even if he disagrees he listens and seeks to serve the interest of each individual. He is a consistent proven conservative and I'm proud to endorse him for Congress." JOUR-PAC Reformer State Representative Matt Krause (R-TX HD 93) stated: "Ron is a committed conservative and has proved that by standing up for the people of Tarrant County time and again, both as councilman and Tax Assessor Collector. He will be just as vigilant in Washington! He is an honorable man with impeccable character and integrity---we need more of those qualities in D.C. In short, Ron is the Wright man for the job!" Ron Wright has the experience and a proven record as a former councilman and current Tax Assessor Collector and the character and integrity to be an excellent representative for the people of Texas' 6th Congressional District. He is a just, compassionate, results-driven candidate who will pursue justice, opportunity, and reform in Congress. Therefore, JOUR-PAC officially endorses Ron Wright for Texas' 6th Congressional District! We urge the citizens of Texas' 6th Congressional District to support Ron Wright for Congress. Visit his campaign web page here: https://www.wright4congress.com/ |
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