Now that the dust has settled, I wanted to take a moment to officially wrap up the reorganization of the county and congressional district committees and reflect on all that’s happened.
On March 1st, Precinct Committeemen and Vice Precinct Committeemen across the state cast their votes and made decisions that brought about some major wins, along with a few losses — all part of the process. The reorganization of our county and district party officers are now complete, and it’s time to shift our focus toward what’s coming next.
What’s Next?
We’re already looking ahead to the election and State Convention in 2026, which will be another critical step in shaping the future of our party. Here’s what the timeline looks like:
Review and become familiar: with both the party platform and party rules.
Why is the party platform important?
A political party platform is important because it defines the party’s core values, principles, and policy goals — it’s essentially the roadmap that guides elected officials and informs voters about what the party stands for.
It also serves as a standard for accountability, helping grassroots members evaluate whether their leaders are staying true to those principles.
Jan-Feb 2026 Candidate Sign Up for both convention delegates and candidates for local and state offices.
May 2026 – Election for all candidates including state delegates for the convention
June 2026 – The nomination of the Secretary of State, State Treasurer, and Auditor (State Comptroller) and party platform vote will take place at the state convention
Prior to Convention – Platform hearings will be held, typically by Congressional District, where YOU will have a chance to voice concerns, offer feedback, and suggest changes to the platform
The state party should be releasing more information in 2026 about the dates and locations for these platform hearings — we’ll keep you in the loop once those details are announced.
In the Meantime: Stay Engaged
Now’s the time to start evaluating your current elected officials, both locally and statewide. If you believe change is needed, it’s not too early to start identifying and developing new candidates who better reflect constitutional principles and the needs of the people.
Here are a few key questions you (and your community) should be asking yourselves:
Is this official upholding the Constitution in both spirit and practice?
Are they representing the will of the people, or simply towing a party line?
Are they promoting fiscal responsibility and government transparency?
Are their policies aligned with foundational conservative values?
Do they engage with their constituents in a meaningful way, or are they disconnected from the people they serve?
These questions aren’t just theoretical — they’re a guide for real accountability and action as we build toward stronger representation.
A Word of Encouragement:
“Even in a loss, we’re winning — here’s why”
"Look, I get it — a loss stings. But what really matters in politics isn't just the final scoreboard. It's the movement, the momentum, and the fact that everyday people are showing up, getting involved, and refusing to stay silent. That’s real power."
1. Participation is progress
“Every time someone registers to vote, speaks up at a town hall, organizes a rally, or just starts paying attention — that’s a win. Because the more people that are engaged, the harder it becomes for power to stay in the hands of the few.”
It’s about building political consciousness — and that doesn’t go away just because a candidate didn’t win.
2. Losing today doesn’t mean losing forever
“If you look at history, the fight for liberty and freedom has always had setbacks — but those setbacks didn’t stop the progress. They actually made movements stronger and more determined.”
Example 1: The American Revolution didn’t start with a win
“Before independence was won, the early colonial resistance faced brutal losses and setbacks. But the spirit of liberty kept growing — from protests like the Boston Tea Party to powerful declarations like ‘No taxation without representation.’ Eventually, the tide turned. But it wasn’t instant. The fight was long, but freedom came because people didn’t give up after early losses.”
Example 2: Civil Rights Movement — freedom was fought for, not handed over
“Think about the Civil Rights Movement. There were countless moments that felt like defeats — bombings, arrests, voter suppression, violence. But people kept showing up. Each protest, sit-in, and march chipped away at a system built to silence them. That fight for freedom wasn’t won in one election or one court ruling — it was a string of hard-fought moments that eventually brought real change.”
Example 3: Women’s right to vote — decades of ‘losing,’ then a breakthrough
“The suffragists fought for decades before the 19th Amendment was passed. They were mocked, jailed, ignored — election after election came and went without change. But they never stopped. They were losing politically for years — but they were winning morally, organizing strategically, and building unstoppable momentum. Eventually, that led to a constitutional victory.”
The deeper truth:
“Freedom movements aren’t linear. They're messy, uphill battles. But every step, even the painful ones, shapes the future. What feels like a loss now might be the very fire that sparks the next big win.”
3. The system only changes when people pressure it
“The act of people coming together, speaking truth to power, and organizing — that’s what forces change. Politicians start shifting when they see the public demanding something different, not when they think everyone’s disengaged.”
So even if your candidate didn’t win, your voice shook the system, and that impact ripples out.
4. You’re planting seeds
“Maybe you didn’t get the win this time, but you educated people, mobilized communities, challenged narratives, and built a stronger foundation for next time.”
Every campaign, even in loss, adds experience, structure, and community trust that’ll carry over into future fights.
Bottom Line:
“Winning isn’t just a seat — it’s people realizing they have power. And that realization doesn’t go away after one election night. It grows.”
"It’s like pushing a boulder up a hill. Every person helping makes it move faster. Even if it slips back a bit, the effort wasn’t wasted — it’s still closer to the top than before."
Let’s keep pushing forward, learning from this cycle, and laying the groundwork for what comes next.
The momentum we’ve built doesn’t stop here — it’s just the beginning.
If you’ve got questions, ideas, or potential candidates in mind, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for all your dedication and effort!
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