KSGOP Transparency

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During my campaign for KSGOP chairman in late 2022 and early 2023, transparency was a cornerstone of my successful campaign platform. Since taking office, I've translated this commitment into concrete actions. The Kansas Republican Party is now incorporated and stronger than it has ever been.

Some further concrete steps taken include this very publication called the Friday File. This weekly party news and opinion email reaches nearly 30,000 Kansas Republicans weekly. My administration communicates with Kansas Republicans like never before and a weekly newsletter has since become very commonplace among Republican officeholders across Kansas who now communicate steadily with their constituents. The Friday File is a labor of love and it is such a high priority to me that I personally produce the Friday File and much of the content which takes 8-10 hours a week. I’m very proud of the Friday File.

When running for this position, I also heard much about severely lacking direct communication from the KSGOP which made folks feel disconnected and out of touch. To address this serious and legitimate concern, I immediately moved to hire Marty Bohannon to answer phones. We get rave reviews weekly about interactions with Marty and the KSGOP. Kansas Republicans are very pleased that we now ensure prompt responses to inquiries at the KSGOP.

I was never a fan of the optics associated with party election votes being conducted behind closed doors so, at our January 27, 2024, state party meeting I made sure the votes for national committeeman and committeewoman were openly counted for all attendees to witness, furthering our dedication to transparency and confidence in our elections.

When it comes to money, I do not joke around. I also always insist on transparency. When finances are being discussed or analyzed, there is no room for horsing around. To be clear, every cent collected and spent under my tenure since February 11, 2023 has been meticulously and fully accounted for and reported. Shortly after taking control of the party, it was brought to my attention that there were serious discrepancies in KSGOP’s past state financial reporting to Kansas Governmental Ethics. A thorough review of the KSGOP financials prior to my tenure was undertaken. This then led to the resolution of nearly $450,000 worth of irregularities and issues being rectified. Unfortunately, about $52,000 remains improperly accounted for still to this day. In a good faith effort to rectify this problem, I am working with the office of Kansas Governmental Ethics in an open and transparent dialogue. The result of those conversations has further led to an agreed-upon audit by Kansas Governmental Ethics which is now underway to address these discrepancies - and any other discrepancies that may be discovered. The results of this audit, when completed, will be shared via the Friday File, consistent with my commitment to full transparency.

Our party's integrity and transparency extend to our state party rules. At our September 30, 2023 meeting, our state committee passed , almost unanimously, rules governing the process by which the KSGOP elects delegates and alternate delegates to the RNC presidential nominating convention. The rules include a timeline for district and state committee meetings, the process and deadlines for self nominations, options for in person and on-line meetings and the option for party recognized presidential campaigns to request the consideration of a slate of delegates and alternates.

Looking ahead to the upcoming May 2024 meeting to elect state delegates and alternates for the RNC Presidential Nominating Convention, I received a letter from all four congressional district chairs and the National Committeeman and woman urging an in-person meeting. While I prefer and value the importance of in-person interaction, I recognize the logistical challenges of a large territory state like Kansas, and then add on that the month of May is typically full of potential scheduling conflicts like weddings, graduations and Memorial Day Weekend. We also must factor in rapidly rising fuel costs.

To gauge member preferences and to allow the maximum amount of input from interested parties, I've organized a poll to ensure the ultimate decision reflects the collective voice of our party.

CLICK HERE for the survey.

Transparency in all things party and government related is paramount. As Kansas Republicans you should always know what your state party is accomplishing on your behalf, because the fact is, the truth always dies in darkness. And everyone knows sunshine is the best disinfectant and medicine.

As your Chairman, I approach my role seriously and consider it a profound honor. I am committed to serving you, your families, businesses, and our party with integrity and transparency. Your prayers and support are invaluable and bolster me and the entire leadership team as we continue to uphold the principles of the Kansas Republican Party.

Peace and blessings,

Mike Brown, Chairman

The Kansas Republican Party, Inc.

Property Taxes

Crushing Hard

Working Kansans

It is common knowledge that temporary taxes and government programs always become permanent fixtures. This is a justified concern shared by the majority of Americans and Kansans.

While many such tax-fueled ideas are initially introduced with the promise of being short-term solutions to specific issues, they often linger indefinitely, becoming irrevocably intertwined in the system. This entwinement can occur due to various factors, including bureaucratic inertia, vested interests, and the challenge of reversing established policies.

Temporary taxes or programs may initially serve legitimate needs or address pressing issues. However, once implemented, they typically develop constituencies that benefit from their existence. These now-vested interests often exert pressure to maintain the status quo at a later date, making it difficult for policymakers to sunset or repeal them as originally intended.

Government agencies become reliant on the revenue generated by temporary taxes or the funding allocated to temporary programs. This dependency then creates resistance to discontinuing these measures, even when their original purpose has been fulfilled or circumstances have changed.

The labeling of a tax or program as "temporary" can also be misleading, as it may not accurately reflect the true intentions of policymakers. Some measures are designed with sunset clauses or expiration dates, but these deadlines are frequently extended or simply ignored, effectively rendering the measures permanent.

To address this issue, policymakers must prioritize transparency and accountability in governance. Clear communication about the intended duration (called sunsets) and purpose of taxes and programs is essential. Additionally, robust mechanisms for periodic review and evaluation can help ensure that temporary measures do not become permanent fixtures unnecessarily.

Ultimately, the challenge lies in balancing the need for flexibility and responsiveness in governance with the imperative to uphold accountability and fiscal responsibility.

And when the choice arises to increase or cut property taxes, lawmakers should always consider the taxpayer first and always cut taxes.

It is THEIR money.

Never forget it's THEIR money.

Protect THEIR money.

Leave it in THEIR pocket.

BREAKING NEWS

Congressman

Jake LaTurner

KS-CD2

Announcement

United States Representative Jake LaTurner made a surprising announcement on Thursday, April 18, 2024, revealing he would not seek reelection in the 2nd Congressional District this fall.

He did pledge to fulfill his current term. LaTurner stated that, after careful reflection and prayer, he had decided against pursuing a third term in Congress. He also dismissed the possibility of running for governor or any oyher state positions

in the 2026 elections, emphasizing his desire to explore new opportunities and prioritize spending time with his family.

Acknowledging the demanding nature of his role and the toll it has taken on his family life, LaTurner expressed his intention to be more present for his wife and four young children during this irreplaceable phase of their lives.

LaTurner's political journey has seen him serve in various capacities, including as a member of the Kansas Senate representing District 13 and as state treasurer, a position he held until his transition to Congress in January 2021. Notably, he became the youngest state treasurer at the age of 29.

His entry into Congress came in 2020, defeating Republican incumbent Steve Watkins in the primary and subsequently triumphing over then-Topeka Mayor Michelle De La Isla.

Despite his decision not to seek reelection in 2024 or pursue state elections in 2026, LaTurner expressed hope that he could continue advocating for issues close to his heart in the future, drawing on new experiences and perspectives.

Closing with gratitude for the support he has received from the people of Kansas, his staff, friends, family, and his faith, LaTurner affirmed his commitment to serving out his remaining term with confidence as he looks ahead to the future.

The KSGOP wishes Congressman LaTurner much success and happiness in the future.

LaTurner’s announcement set off a cascade of possible candidates who are considering the opportunity and shopping their names around. There are political opinion polls currently underway measuring interest and name ID and the phone calls have been many.

It is imperative Kansas Republicans maintain control of this congressional seat. As such, please join me in committing to fully supporting the KS CD-2 Republican nominee.

KSGOP Chairman Mike Brown Joins “Kevin Kietzman

Has Issues”

Last week, I sat down with Kevin Kietzman, host of “Kevin Kietzman Has Issues,” for a wide-ranging, free-flowing, and fun interview.

Topics of conversation ranged from the KSGOP and Kansas politics to national politics to the Trump campaign, including this year‘s presidential election, possible VP pick rumors from the political grapevine, plus some thoughts on the KCMO bond vote going down bigly in flames and what that may mean for Kansas, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Kansas City Royals.

I hope you enjoy listening to this as much as I enjoyed sitting down with my friend, Kevin, for the interview. CLICK HERE to listen.

Enjoy!

Happy Birthday!

Dakotah Parshall

KSGOP

Executive Director

The Kansas Republican Party Executive Director, Dakotah Parshall, celebrates a birthday today!

Dakotah is a hyper-effective Executive Director who works tirelessly to run the KSGOP, train candidates, figuratively hold people’s hands, train candidates and campaign teams on Numinar, and handle the daily duties of party management. In addition, Dakotah is married to Kansas State Representative Samantha Poetter Parshall and he is the dad to three young children.

Dakotah is a true asset to the KSGOP. He is passionate about electing Republicans and we are lucky to have him.

Please join me in telling Dakotah happy birthday by emailing him at [email protected] today!

Kansas: Making America Great Again from the

Heart of America

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Kansas Presidential Delegate Selection Process Explained

The process by which the Republican Party elects leaders, both within the party frame work and to represent our state on a national level is one established by rules.

Last year the state committee, at our meeting on September 30th in Paola, passed a rule that now governs the KSGOP’s process of electing Delegates and Alternates who will represent Kansas at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI July 14-19.

The Republican National Committee established rules prior to the beginning of the 2024 Presidential cycle that determines the number of delegates and alternates. If states do not follow the rules and deadlines established by the RNC, it is possible to be penalized and lose overall total delegates. As the KSGOP’s rules were submitted to the RNC per their rules and approved by the RNC, Kansas was awarded the maximum number of delegates and alternates available to our State Party.

Kansas has a total of 39 delegates and 36 alternates for the Convention. Three of the delegates are automatically awarded to the State Chair, National Committeewoman, and National Committeeman per RNC rules. These 3 delegates cannot be replaced by an alternate if they are not present on the floor of the convention. The remaining 36 delegates and alternates are divided equally between the four Congressional Districts.

Each of the 4 Districts are currently holding district meetings to elect 3 District Delegates and 3 District Alternates. After the 4 Districts have completed their meetings, the KSGOP State Committee members will meet to elect an additional 6 At-large Delegates and 6 At-large Alternates per District. At the conclusion of the State Meeting there will be a total of 9 Delegates and 9 Alternates from each Congressional District (totaling 36 each) to represent Kansas at the RNC Convention.

Even though there are District and At-large delegates and alternates, once elected there is no distinction or difference made between the type of delegate or alternate. The only differences between delegates and alternates at the convention will be their seat assignment within the FiServ Forum during convention proceedings and the ability to cast a vote. All activities the KSGOP plans to participate in while in Milwaukee will include all delegates, alternates, and guests.

Included in the approved rules submitted by the KSGOP to the RNC, is the option for any recognized Republican presidential campaign to request the opportunity to present their slate of delegates and alternates at the Congressional District meetings and the State Committee meeting. The ability to present the slate in total for a simple yes/no vote must be approved by a majority of the following: KSGOP Chair and Vice Chair, District Chair and Vice Chair, National Committeeman and National Committeewoman for each district.

The Donald J. Trump Presidential Campaign has requested the opportunity to present slates to District meetings for district positions and the State Committee meeting for the at-large positions.

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Sharice Davids Votes Against Protecting Your Family

Sharice Davids, KS CD-3, twice voted “no” on the impeachment of failed Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Leading up to and following the first impeachment vote, House Speaker Mike Johnson declined to vote on a bill sent by the U.S. Senate for military aid to Ukraine, citing the absence of provisions for U.S. border security. The political maneuvering forced a bright light on the importance of the U.S./Mexico border and drew criticism from Democratic representative Davids, who accused politicians of playing games.

With Republicans eyeing the upcoming elections, the focus on border issues will intensify. A decrease in illegal crossings this January has been noted due to Texas Governor Abbott blocking the border in that state with the help of many other states from across the Union. Assistance of Kansas National Guard on this important matter did not come from Kansas as ultra-liberal and divisive Kansas Governor Laura Kelly ignored the majority of Kansans and sat silent taking no action whatsoever.

The impeachment, based on allegations of incompetence, passed narrowly. Senate support for conviction remains uncertain but Kansans encourage their U.S. Senators to support the impeachment of Mayorkas.

Border security consistently ranks high on the overall concerns of Kansans and Americans. U.S. Border Security must be a priority shown by our elected officials to maintain the support of Kansas Republicans.

In Kansas' 3rd Congressional District, immigration and border security are of critical importance and related issues resonate across political divides. As the campaign unfolds, the border debate will intersect with broader political narratives, shaping the electoral landscape in Kansas CD-3 and beyond.

Republicans in CD-3 are encouraged to look into their current member of Congress’s voting record and discover for themselves that we have our very own Nancy Pelosi - right here in Kansas.

Numinar Data Analytics

World-Class Platform

Offered Free to Kansas Republican Candidates

and Campaigns

The Kansas Republican Party has partnered with the amazing folks at Numinar to - again - provide access to the Numinar Data Analytics Platform at no cost to registered Kansas Republicans who simply ask for access.

Numinar is the most powerful and reliable data management system on the market and Numinar has access to the RNC Data Trust information. Others do not, so make sure you ask!

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Yes, it is FREE… so don't pay a political consultant for some other inferior product that costs a fortune!

Email your request for access to Dakotah Parshall at [email protected] and take it for a test drive! You’ll thank the KSGOP later.

The importance of the 2024 elections in Kansas cannot be overstated.

We must register every eligible voter, convince them to vote Republican, and make sure they get to the polls to get Kansas Republican candidates across the finish line and to get a Republican in the White House!

Please join me in sharing this information with your friends, family, neighbors, and folks at church.

Right now is the time to win the November elections!

Let’s roll.

Sign the

KSGOP Petition

Tell Ultra-Liberal

Kansas Governor

Laura Kelly

to support Texas

and Secure Our

Southern Border

Sign the petition now!

CLICK HERE

Send a strong and bold message to ultra-liberal Kansas Governor Laura Kelly to support Texas’ efforts to secure our southern border.

Kansas should be supporting the state of Texas’ efforts to secure our southern border since Joe Biden & Company have abdicated their constitutional responsibility.

There is nothing controversial about securing and defending our border, but Laura Kelly continues doddering instead of engaging as most Kansans’ would prefer.

Every State

is a

Border State

Laura Kelly claims to be “middle of the road,” but that statement doesn't apply to “middle of the border”.

Governor Kelly’s silence on this issue is both stunning and shameful.

So why is ultra-liberal Kansas Governor Kelly so quiet?

That's an excellent question.

Tell her to get busy Saving America right now.

Sign the petition now!

CLICK HERE

For just $17.76 per month, you become a “1776’er” and joining the 1776 Club puts you in the elite “Card-Carrying Kansas Republican Patriot” category with over 200 of your fellow Republican supporters of the KSGOP.

This is a powerful and easy way to take a stand against tyranny, socialism, and wokeism.

And we all know America needs more of this Patriotism!

Patriots believe in lower taxes, smaller government, and more freedom.

We also believe in faith, family, and freedom.

And we know we have a country and state to save!

Make your stand today and join us in our mission to save America and to be part of a brighter future for our kids and grandchildren.

Hamas Complaint Hotline Established

For those who find the actions of Hamas reprehensible and the wave of antisemitism across the globe to be wretched and unacceptable, here is the cell phone number of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas.

I’m sure he will be glad to hear from you!

Note: It's a REALLY long-distance phone call and will likely get you on an FBI/CIA watch-list for even dialing it, which is only a concern if you foolishly believe you aren't already being watched by Big Brother. 😳

Photo of Abraham Lincoln

by Alexander Gardner

November 8, 1863

“With malice toward none, with charity for all, with firmness in the right as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation's wounds, to care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan, to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations.”

Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address

Saturday, March 4, 1865

2024

April 20

CD2 Convention

Kansas State Capital

300 W. 10th Street

Topeka, KS 66612

10am

April 23 - 30

Passover

May 2

National Day of Prayer

May 12

Mother’s Day

May 18

National Armed Forces Day

May 22

Kaw Valley Young Republicans

May 27

Memorial Day

June 3

12 noon

Candidate Filing Deadline

June 6

D-Day

June 14

Flag Day

Juneteenth National

Freedom Day

June 16

Father’s Day

July 4

USA Independence Day

July 16

Deadline to register to vote

or update your voter registration

information to participate in the

2024 primary election.

July 17

First day of advance voting.

Advance ballots by mail sent.

In-person advance voting may begin.

Note: Check with your county election

officer for specific times and locations.

July 30

Last day to apply for an advance

voting mail ballot.

August 5

In-person advance voting ends

at 12:00 p.m.

August 6

PRIMARY ELECTION

All advance ballots by mail must

be postmarked by Election Day and

received by Friday, August 9, 2024.

October 15

Deadline to register to vote or

update your voter registration

information to participate

in the 2024 general election.

October 16

First day of advance voting.

Advance ballots by mail are transmitted.

In-person advance voting may begin.

Check with your county election officer

for specific times and locations.

October 29

Last day to apply for an advance

voting mail ballot.

November 3

Daylight Savings Time Ends

November 4

In-person advance voting ends

at 12:00 p.m.

November 5

GENERAL ELECTION

November 28

Thanksgiving Day

December 24

Christmas Eve

December 25

Christmas Day

December 31

New Years Eve

Standing Meetings

Anderson County Republican Party

Last Thursday of every month

6 p.m.

Garnett Pizza Hut

405 N. Maple

Garnett, KS

“Together, we will lead the Republican party back to the White House and we will lead our country back to safety, prosperity and peace.”

~ Donald Trump

45th President of the United States

KSGOP

Financial Information

In the interest of full transparency, the monthly KSGOP financials will now be shared via the Friday File email.

You are welcome to ask questions, just know a response may take some time as the KSGOP Staff are very busy and we are always a bit short-handed as we run a tight ship!

This is an election year and we need your help!

Please DONATE NOW or join the "1776 Club" and show your support for Kansas Republicans!

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