Stay Informed Wednesday, June 30, 2021 Photo courtesy of Sue Engdahl Forensic Audit Update The hand counting and ballot examination phase of the full forensic audit of the Maricopa County 2020 General Election is complete. Rumors of preliminary reports being released were just that: rumors. We are now waiting for the formal analysis and report. This could take several weeks. Delegations from Georgia, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Alaska, Colorado, the state of Washington and Michigan toured the audit operations. Some are looking at what should be done in their own states to ensure election integrity. More than 2,000 individuals were vetted and served as volunteers for the audit. That is impressive and shows what Americans will do to stand up for our nation and rule of law. We have learned a great deal from the audit already. We know that voter roll software is highly vulnerable. The voter rolls should be tied to driver’s licenses. That paper ballots need to be watermarked for security. That voter ID is imperative. And by way of example, if Medicare can know instantaneously when an individual dies and can update their records, voter rolls should be cleaned up in a similar fashion. Here at the Republican Party of Arizona, we are proud of the leadership role our state has taken for election integrity. Despite constant attacks from Democrats and the media, the Republican leaders in the Arizona State Senate have stayed the course. They should be commended for their steadfastness. We continue to fight the good fight, registering Republican voters and raising money for future needs. We are especially pleased with the outpouring of financial support from small donors: the grassroots. They are helping to place us in a good position for the battles ahead. In July we celebrate the founding of our nation with the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Barbecues and fireworks are great but let us all take time to remember the principles of America’s founding. Many are trying to get us to forget or even renounce those principles. For those of us with children and grandchildren, please take time to make sure they understand the reason for the holiday. Always America First! Dr. Kelli Ward Chairwoman Republican Party of Arizona Yavapai County Hosts GOP Leaders at Barbecue Well-known conservative journalist Raheem Kassam tops the list of special guests scheduled to attend the Yavapai County Republican Committee’s Barbecue on Saturday, July 31. The event will be held at the Granite Creek Park Ramada in Prescott between 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM. Republican officials attending the event include Congressmen Andy Biggs and Dr. Paul Gosar, from CD 5 and CD 4 respectively, plus Arizona House Representatives Quang Nguyen and Judy Burgess, LD 1 and Arizona Senate President Karen Fann round out the roster. Tickets are available from Liz Kennedy, email [email protected] Help Wanted in Coconino County The Coconino County Republican Committee is looking for a dozen people to participate in two Independence Day parades this coming weekend. The Flagstaff Independence Day Parade starts at 8:00 AM Saturday, July 3. Volunteer duties include riding on the Flagstaff Republicans parade float and walking along side the vehicle to hand out pocket-size Constitution booklets. The CCRP will also participate in a Fourth of July parade in Williams on Sunday, July 4. The Williams parade starts at 6:00 PM. Complete details on both CCRC events are available from Merle Henderson, 928-699-7701 or 928-779-0384 Congressman Schweikert Needs Fall Interns July 26 Students with a strong interest in the legislative process and function of Congress are being recruited to work as interns this Fall in Congressman David Schweikert’s (CD 6) Washington and Scottsdale offices. Application deadline is Monday, July 26. Application process info available on schweikert.house.gov Please submit information about events that your organization is hosting to Terry Babb at: [email protected] Please include contact information in case we need additional information. Gila Schedules Reagan Day Luncheon August 21  Gila County’s Reagan Day luncheon is planned for Saturday, August 21 at the Mazatzal Casino in Payson. Speakers scheduled for the include Representatives Dr. Paul Gosar and Andy Biggs plus US Senate candidate Jim Lamon. The day’s activities start at 11:00 AM with a raffle followed by a noon buffet lunch. Information and tickets for the event are available at gilagop.com Opportunity: Apply to become a RPAZ Intern  Are you looking for an opportunity to actively participate in our America First Agenda and help keep Arizona red? Consider an internship with the Republican Party of Arizona. Several intern positions are available for qualified applicants who want to become involved with the fast-paced and exciting political process in Arizona. For complete details email [email protected] Pima Hosts July Fourth Weekend Barbecue July 4  The Arizona Grill & Hearth in Tucson is the site of the Pima GOP’s Fourth of July Weekend Barbecue. The family fun festivities start at 5 pm and tickets are required for admission. Order tickets at [email protected] Save the Date: Pima's Lincoln Day Dinner October 23  Plan now to attend the Pima County Republican Party’s 2021 Lincoln Day Dinner on Saturday, October 23. The Dinner will be held at the Hilton El Conquistador resort in Tucson. Details are being finalized and more information will be available soon from the Pima GOP. Paid for by the Republican Party of Arizona Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. www.azgop.com 3501 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016 (602) 957-7770 Update Profile | Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy