Email from Kansas Republican Party Kansas and National News, Opinions and a Few Giggles, too!       DEFENDING KANSAS SAVING AMERICA   DONATE VOLUNTEER   The Moral High Ground: Who Owns It? ~ by Chet Hanson Republished with Permission First Published in American Thinker To be efficient and save time, I believe we can roll all the tactics and strategies of a given political campaign into one overarching objective: “Can we seize the moral high ground?” Before we get into the meat of this offering, it is appropriate to admit that the information herein is one-sided. You could say I am picking on the Democrats, because I am. I have voted for both in the past, but I will no longer do that. Readers who take a deep dive into the history of the GOP will undoubtedly find some nefarious activity. It is just that Republican activity is not nearly as dark, devious, or destructive as is the historically bad behavior of the Democrat party. The evidence is inarguable. Let’s review the bill of particulars. In 1830, the Congress passed, and an American president signed, “The Indian Removal Act.” More than 50,000 Indians were forced to leave their homes east of the Mississippi and move west. The Trail of Tears, perhaps the most egregious government-sanctioned action against America’s native population, forced 16,000 of them, under military threat, to travel on foot nearly one thousand miles in the middle of the winter to the West. About 4,000 of these people died en route. Who controlled Congress at the time? Who was the president? Well, what was then called the “Modern Democrat Party” controlled both houses of Congress, and the party’s standard-bearer, Andrew Jackson, was the president. Until very recently, Democrats were celebrating “Jackson Days.” Fast-forward thirty years to 1860. At the time, there were four million slaves in this country, and Democrats “owned” virtually every one of them. The Republican Party had coalesced in the previous decade as the anti-slavery party. Its first president was Abraham Lincoln, the fellow whose “day” Republicans still proudly celebrate. It was Lincoln who issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863. In 1865, every Republican — 100 percent of them — ratified the Thirteenth Amendment, which banned slavery throughout the United States. Fourteen Democrats voted for it as well. Many of those were bribed with government jobs. The Democrats have always had their price. In 1868, 94 percent of Republicans ratified the Fourteenth Amendment, which gave all who were born in America, or who were naturalized citizens, equal protection under the law. The primary benefactors of this amendment were freed slaves. Zero percent of the Democrats signed on. In 1870, the Fifteenth Amendment gave the newly freed black Americans the right to vote. Again, 100 percent of the Republicans and zero percent of Democrats voted to ratify. Does a pattern seem to be emerging? In response to these amendments, one political party began to implement what are known as Jim Crow laws throughout the South. These laws were intended to deny black Americans full access to the American Dream. Yes, of course, it was the Democrats once again who put their boots on the necks of their fellow citizens. At roughly the same time, a vigilante group emerged to intimidate black Americans and, if need be, execute them. Yes, of course, the Ku Klux Klan was a wholly owned subsidiary of the Democratic Party. Into the mid-twentieth century, many Democrat members of Congress got their political start in the KKK. One of them, Sen. Robert Byrd, of West Virginia, the Senate minority leader, had been the Exalted Cyclops of his local chapter. Upon his death in 2010, then-senator Joe Biden gave his eulogy. Inarguably, the most overtly racist president was Woodrow Wilson. Elected in 1912 after promising blacks “equal treatment,” one of Wilson’s first acts was to mandate the segregation, by race, of the federal workforce. This led to a substantial reduction of the black Civil Service workforce and a significant increase in the wage gap. Wilson’s actions eroded gains made by blacks since Reconstruction. The “systemic racism” that the Democrats frequently refer to was energized by Wilson and has yet to be fully resolved for a significant number of black Americans, especially those who live in Democrat-controlled cities. Wilson also ran on the promise to keep us out of war, and then he took us into WWI. Speaking of war, in 1942, Democrat President Franklin D. Roosevelt ordered the relocation and incarceration of more than 120,000 Japanese-Americans, many of them American citizens. In its 1944 decision Korematsu v. United States, Roosevelt’s hand-picked U.S. Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the removals. Some have tried to claim that there was a titanic shift in 1960, arguing that Democrats became the supporters of equal rights for black citizens and the Republicans their oppressors. The facts say otherwise. Some 80 percent of Republicans voted for the Civil Rights Act of 1964, but only 63 percent of Democrats did. Through their control of the media and the educational establishment, Democrats have tried to seize the moral high ground these last sixty years, but that claim makes sense only to those who don’t know their history, which includes, unfortunately, most Democrats. As American philosopher George Santayana famously reminded us, “those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”     Vindicating Trump   Movie Summary: Dinesh D'Souza examines the challenges faced by Donald Trump, including political opposition, legal battles, and an assassination attempt during his bid to return to the presidency. This election holds significant importance because it will decide who fills roughly 5,000 key positions in the federal government. Dinesh D’Souza’s latest docudrama, Vindicating Trump, is a spirited defense of the former president’s bid for a second term, bolstered by his familiar blend of commentary, scripted scenes, and humor. D’Souza, known for his provocative films like 2000 Mules and Police State, takes viewers through Trump’s final fight for the White House while casting a sharp spotlight on the opposition. The film features engaging interviews, including a deep dive with Lara Trump, alongside dramatic sequences where actor Nick Searcy brings to life a no-holds-barred Democratic operative. These scripted scenes are punchy and funny, with the help of comedic actors like Brad Stine and Babylon Bee regulars. Visually, Vindicating Trump is D’Souza’s most polished work yet, showcasing a growing sophistication in conservative filmmaking. While the movie may not win over every skeptic, it’s an undeniably professional production, reinforcing D’Souza’s status as a filmmaker who is keenly in tune with his audience. VINDICATING TRUMP Purchase the DVD or Stream CLICK HERE     DOJ to Commonwealth of Virginia: Stop Removing Illegals from Voter Rolls (NOTE: READ THAT HEADLINE AGAIN SLOWLY) The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Virginia, alleging that Governor Glenn Youngkin’s administration violated federal law by removing voters from registration lists within 90 days of an election. According to the DOJ, this practice endangers the rights of eligible voters and risks causing confusion among the electorate, all the while intentionally ignoring the fact that they are blatantly confusing the electorate with mind-numbingly stupid lawsuits. Governor Youngkin rightfully defended his administration’s actions, asserting that the purges comply with a 2006 Virginia state law requiring the removal of non-citizens from voter lists. Youngkin criticized the lawsuit as a politically motivated effort to undermine Virginia’s elections, just weeks before voters go to the polls. In August, Youngkin signed an executive order aimed at enhancing election security. The order included measures for ballot integrity, testing voting machines, and maintaining voter rolls. The governor reported that more than 6,000 non-citizens had been removed from the rolls as part of his efforts to ensure accurate voter registration. Despite these common-sense reasonable measures, the action sparked quick opposition. The League of Women Voters of Virginia claims the voter roll purges have mistakenly removed eligible voters. The organization is working to help those affected re-register in time for the election, arguing that the 14-day notice period for confirming citizenship is insufficient. Meanwhile, concerns and doubt about voter roll maintenance linger unresolved far beyond Virginia. Kansans and the Kansas legislature have voiced concern calling for stronger leadership and enforcement of the laws already on the books from the Kansas Secretary of State on this critical issue of Election Integrity. To date those voices and directives have gone largely unheeded and must be addressed in the form of scrubbed Kansas voter rolls immediately. The Secretary of State must answer for his laissez-faire approach to this important foundational building block of our Republic. Safe, secure, and fair elections should be the common goal of all Americans. Kansans, not illegals, are owed this duty of clean voter rolls and voting access. Not illegals. Illegals may return to their country of origin and legally vote there. “I do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of the State of Kansas and faithfully discharge the duties of Kansas Secretary of State to the best of my ability.” America First Always, America First These are Serious Times, but these are not Serious People Vote Accordingly   Mike Brown, Chairman Kansas Republican Party Mike Brown has served as the Chairman of the Kansas Republican Party since February 2023. A 6th generation Kansan, Mike is a General Contractor in the Kansas City area and has been involved in Kansas Republican Party politics for nearly three decades. Mike and his wife, Kristi, have five grown children and live in Overland Park.     Schedule Announcement KSGOP #TeamTrump #RunRight Statewide Bus Tour The Kansas Republican Party has announced (see below) the schedule for our KSGOP 2024 Statewide “Run Right” Bus Tour. Kansas Republicans are encouraged to join us along the way at seventeen different bus stops in every corner of the state - and many points in between! This tour is specifically designed as a Get Out The Vote (GOTV) operation and to spread the word about the upcoming election and candidates. We are excited to introduce our outstanding Republican candidates including sheriffs, county commissioners, and other county officials in partisan races, as well as state representatives and state senators from all across the state. Get involved and be a part of this important journey! This tour promises appearances by prominent public and local community leaders including Gov. Jeff Colyer, Kansas Senate and House Leadership, as well as your KSGOP Executive Leadership team members. And that's not all – be prepared for some thrilling surprises and special guests! To see the 2024 KSGOP #TeamTrump #RunRight Statewide Bus Tour Schedule CLICK HERE BUS TOUR SCHEDULE ⏩CLICK HERE⏪ Note: Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Check back frequently. A big, beautiful motorcoach (see picture above) has been arranged for transportation, ensuring a high-quality and first-class experience for all involved. A huge thank you to our generous sponsors and the many good folks in each city who are so critical in making this tour possible. Kansas cities and towns currently scheduled for a bus stop include: Paola, Pittsburg, Independence, Wichita, Kingman, Dodge City, Garden City, Liberal, Sharon Springs, Goodland, Salina, Belleville, Seneca, Topeka, Leavenworth, Bonner Springs, and Overland Park. We are coming to your city! Sponsorship Opportunity: You or your company have an opportunity to sponsor this magnificent tour and we need your help! Those interested in contributing to the event, whether as an individual or corporation, to support this essential effort are encouraged to donate now. DONATE NOW CLICK HERE Get ready to make a big impact! Your generous donation, no matter the size, will make a huge difference. Every contribution counts, and we're gearing up for a ton of fun and giggles – such as KSGOP bling and merch giveaways, coffee, sodas, cookies, donuts, candy and much more! It's going to be epic! DONATE NOW CLICK HERE Make America Great Again!       Suspicious Mailers Show Up in Kansas Mail Boxes Suspicious and curious fundraising solicitation mailings continue to arrive in Kansas mailboxes. Many Kansas Republicans continue contacting the KSGOP asking about the legitimacy of the solicitions, and several attempts by the KSGOP to track down the person or people behind this mailer have not unraveled the mystery. If you know who is responsible for these mailers, please contact the KSGOP. In the name of authenticity, transparency and disclosure, the KSGOP encourges you NOT to send your hard-earned money to an unknown and shady source. We need those dollars going to work immediately getting the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump elected! Your check avoids fees from online platforms which makes your hard-earned money go that much farther! You can securely and safely mail your check to: TRUMP FOR PRESIDENT KSGOP c/o Mike Brown PO Box 14004 Lenexa, KS 66285 Be sure to write BUNDLER #2024027 on the memo line of your check. Note: ~ THANK YOU to all who have donated via check! The PO Box is full of envelopes daily! ~ Each week, I gather incoming checks and send them quickly to Team Trump via overnight courier! ~ Neither I nor the KSGOP retain any portion of your donation, and I do not receive any payment or financial benefit from this fundraising effort. I am doing all I can to elect President Trump in November 2024. Saving America is all that matters!     Thoughts from RNC Chairman Michael Whatley Trump Puts on Economic Clinic RNC Chairman Whatley Joins North Carolina #TeamTrump Bus Tour     NOTE: Each week until the election, the Friday File will feature a “Getting to Know You” video or story about Kamala Harris, Tim Walz & Company. Enjoy.   Kamala Word Salads What in the world is wrong with Kamala Harris? She is struggling to keep and cope. Everyone sees it but we are calling her out on it. Something is seriously off in this woman who says she can lead America. Things don't add up. These are serious times These are not serious people America First Always, America First   Stolen-Valor Tim Walz Here is what Tim Walz had to say about an American hostage killed in Gaza by Hamas. This man is a total buffoon and an absolutely despicable coward.     Shady, Sheepy Sharice Voted for the American Inflation EXPLOSION Act We expect a Member of Congress to already know this, but here is the simple answer to your question: Stop Voting for Trillions of Dollars in Giveaways Congress wouldn’t need to do anything if the Democrat-controlled United States Congress in 2021 had acted like responsible adults and not burdened generations of Americans with debt to underwrite their folly. But here we are, AGAIN, cleaning up ANOTHER Democrat mess. Being a Member of Congress is serious business. Sharice Davids isn’t a serious person. Time for a change.       Protect The Vote Initiative STAND UP FOR ELECTION INTEGRITY Republicans across the country have been fighting to make sure your vote is safe and secure – but the work is never done. We are working in every state to make sure your vote is protected. If you want to be part of this critical mission to ensure Republicans win in 2024, please sign up NOW to be an Election Integrity volunteer in your state. Sign Up Now CLICK HERE         In Case You Forgot How Artificial Intelligence Changes the Narrative Watch This Video 👇👇👇👇👇           8 million illegal crossings into the United State under Kamala Harris’ pathetic reign as the Biden Administration’s ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ BORDER CZAR ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Kamala Harris is a lightweight who cannot articulate a cognitive thought, so barely different at all from Joe Biden. She must be held accountable at the polls. #NeverForget                                                                         2024 October 27 Kansas Patriots “Save America 2024 Rally” 1 P.M. Kane Family Farm 17791 Chieftain Rd. Tonganoxie, KS 66086 October 29 Last day to apply for an advance voting mail ballot October 29 - November 2 KSGOP Statewide Bus Tour 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 2025 January 1 New Years Day January 20 Martin Luther King Day January 29 Kansas Day February 2 Groundhog Day February 3 National Carott Cake Day (Chairman Brown’s Favorite!) February 17 Presidents Day Republican Standing Meetings Anderson County Republican Party Last Thursday every month 6 p.m. Garnett Pizza Hut 405 N. Maple Garnett, KS Wyandotte County Republican Party Last Tuesday every month 6:30 - 8 p.m. Harrington Event Center 218 Oak Street Bonner Springs, KS 66012 Wyandotte County Women’s GOP Second Tuesday every month 6:30 - 8 p.m. Harrington Event Center 218 Oak Street Bonner Springs, KS 66012 Republican Leadership Important Dates County Reorganization Meetings 1. County reorganization meetings must take place between the August primary election and fourteen days immediately following the November general election. 2. County chairs are prohibited under K.S.A. 25-3801 from making appointments to fill vacancies in precinct committee positions to open seats after the filing deadline date until the county central committee has conducted their reorganization meeting. 3. More information can be found CLICK HERE regarding County and District Reorganization Meetings and Guidance for Party Officers. Sign, Sign, Everywhere a Sign Political and Campaign Signage 1. Right-of-Way and Public Property K.S.A. 25-2711. Placement of political signs during election period. No city or county shall regulate or prohibit the placement of or the number of political signs on private property or the unpaved right-of-way for city streets or county roads on private property during the 45-day period prior to any election and the two-day period following any such election. Cities and counties may regulate the size and a set-back distance for the placement of signs so as not to impede sight lines or sight distance for safety reasons. 2. HOA Sign Restrictions K.S.A. 58-3820. Restrictive covenants; political yard signs; limitations. (a) On and after the effective date of this act, any provision of a restrictive covenant which prohibits the display of political yard signs, which are less than six square feet, during a period commencing 45 days before an election and ending two days after the election is hereby declared to be against public policy and such provision shall be void and unenforceable. Signs may be legally displayed in your yard, regardless of any HOA rule, beginning September 21, 2024 and must be removed by November 7, 2024.     “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     ABOUT US | NEWS | TAKE ACTION | STORE   The Friday File Newsletter is published weekly and has a circulation of nearly 30,000. All product, communication and content of The Friday File is the exclusive and sole property of the publisher. All rights reserved. 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