The GOPAC Newsletter: 04.19.24 





Mission Majority supports the election of state leaders to Congress
 


ICYMI: The GOPAC Election Fund Launches Republican Congressional Primary Independent Expenditures in

PA-07 and WV-02

For Immediate Release: 

April 16, 2024 

Contact:

Jessica Curtis

[email protected]

Arlington, VA - The GOPAC Election Fund, a national group supporting the election of Republican state leaders to Congress, is launching independent expenditures to assist Ryan Mackenzie in Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District and Riley Moore in West Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District.

The planned five-figure efforts include:

  • Digital advertising: Programmatic digital and social media ads to likely Republican primary voters.


  • Text alerts to likely Republican primary voters to vote early, absentee, or on Election Day.


GOPAC Chairman David Avella noted: “We are committed to electing pragmatic, governing conservatives to Congress. Because of their focus on personal and economic security, Ryan and Riley have earned the endorsement of GOPAC's Mission Majority program. Both will prove to be valuable additions to our House Republican Majority.”

Background on PA-07 and WV-02: 

PA-07: This district is centered in the Lehigh Valley and the area around Allentown. The Democrat incumbent, Susan Wild, was first elected in 2018 and has been a top target of Republicans in each cycle since. In 2022, Wild won a close race with barely 51% of the vote. The primary is on April 23rd. 

WV-02: This district encompasses all of northern West Virginia, including the Eastern Panhandle. This is a safe Republican district being vacated by Rep. Alex Mooney. With a victory in his competitive primary, State Treasurer Riley Moore will be the heavy favorite in the general election. The primary is on May 14th. 
 
 

ICYMI: GOPAC Announces 2024 Class of Emerging Leaders

For Immediate Release: 

April 17, 2024

Contact:

Jessica Curtis

[email protected]

Washington, DC – Today, GOPAC announced the twenty-nine legislators in its 2024 class of Emerging Leaders. Nominated by the legislative leadership in their state, these legislators have demonstrated promise in positively impacting their state and rising within the Republican ranks.

"Our 2024 class of Emerging Leaders is the next installment in our mission to build a roster of State Republicans who are focused on ideas to advance Americans' personal and economic security," said GOPAC Chairman David Avella. "Whether it is leading in their state legislative chamber or running for higher office in the future, we welcome being part of their development and success."

The prestigious GOPAC Emerging Leaders Program is a year-long initiative to educate the next generation of Republican legislators. The Program equips these legislators with information to help them legislate more effectively and ultimately achieve leadership roles within their state or run for higher office.

 

2024 GOPAC Emerging Leaders

Senator Garlan Gudger (AL)

Senator Joshua Bryant (AR)

Senator Corey Simon (FL)

Senator Scott Webster (IA)

Senator Cyndi Carrasco (IN)

Senator Renee Erickson (KS)

Senator Robby Mills (KY)

Senator Adam Bass (LA)

Senator Zach Duckworth (MN)

Senator Benton Sawrey (NC)

Senator Todd Gollihare (OK)

Senator Bryan Hughes (TX)

Senator Danny Diggs (VA)

Senator Romaine Quinn (WI)

Representative David Ray (AR)

Representative Quang Nguyen (AZ)

Representative Jennifer Canady (FL)

Representative Leesa Hagan (GA)

Representative Jake Teshka (IN)

Representative Adam Turk (KS)

Representative Jared Bauman (KY)

Representative Alex Riley (MO)

Representative Brenden Jones (NC)

Representative Jim Kofalt (NH)

 

Representative Kristin Marcell (PA)

Representative Gil Gatch (SC)

Representative William Slater (TN)

Delegate Phil Scott (VA)

Assemblyman Chanz Green (WI)

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For press inquiries contact Jessica Curtis at [email protected]


 

State Sen. Carrasco named 'emerging leader' by national Republican training organization

Daily Journal | Staff Reports

April 17, 2024

A local lawmaker has been named an "emerging leader" by a national Republican training organization.

State Sen. Cyndi Carrasco, R-Indianapolis, is one of 29 legislators from across the U.S. named in GOPAC's 2024 class of Emerging Leaders. Nominated by the legislative leadership in their states these legislators have "demonstrated promise in positively impacting their state and rising within the Republican ranks," according to a news release.


 

State Representative Quang Nguyen Named Among Nation's Emerging Leaders

The Prescott Times | Krista D.

April 17, 2024

Arizona State Representative Quang Nguyen is among a select group of Republican legislators nationwide chosen for GOPAC's 2024 Class of Emerging Leaders, an honor which recognizes a member's strong sense of service, purpose, and effective leadership in the State Legislature.

The GOPAC Emerging Leaders Program is an annual initiative designed to develop the next generation of Republican leadership. Candidates are nominated by their state's legislative leaders and chosen by GOPAC for their potential to effect positive changes in their states and rise within Republican ranks. Since his election to the Legislature four years ago, Representative Nguyen has compiled an impressive record of impactful legislative achievements and currently serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.

"In my time as a legislator, I've dedicated myself to addressing the challenges that our state and communities face," said Representative Nguyen. "I very much look forward to this unique opportunity presented with the Emerging Leaders program and will seek to apply what I learn to my legislative efforts and serve the people of Arizona."


 

WG Discussion Points: What's The Matter With Congress?

WG Discussion Points | David Winston

April 12, 2024

Congressional job approval is at historic lows with Gallup's latest rating at a dismal 15-81 approve-disapprove. A recent survey of Congressional staff by the Congressional Management Foundation revealed significant frustration on Capitol Hill, but also a few bright spots.

1.) The desire for bipartisanship still exists. There was broad agreement among staff respondents that it is necessary for Senators and Representatives to collaborate across party lines to best meet the needs of the nation (97% agreed). About two-thirds (65%) strongly agreed. This agreement was bipartisan, with 98% of Republicans and 96% of Democrats agreeing. There is also agreement that it is necessary for staffers to collaborate across party lines for Congress to function effectively, with 98% agreeing with this statement (67% strongly agreed). Similar to views about Members, this view about staff was shared by Republicans (96% agreed) and Democrats (98% agreed).


 

On Thursday, Chairman Avella joined Fox Business Network's Stuart Varney on Varney & Co. to talk about the enthusiasm that former President Trump brings to the campaign trail,

versus his opponent, President Biden.

Watch it here:

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