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Republican Liberty Caucus Endorses John Mills For Congressional District 1 in Florida

Melbourne, FL – The Republican Liberty Caucus (RLC) has endorsed John Mills for Florida Congressional District 1.

“The RLC is pleased to endorse John Mills for Florida Congressional District 1,” said Matt Nye, Republican Liberty Caucus National Chairman. “John Mills’ dedication to the ideals of liberty is just what we need in the US House of Representatives.”

The RLC endorsement of John Mills was made through a two-stage process. The Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida screened John Mills’ candidacy first, and then recommended endorsement to the RLC National Board.

“I have known John Mills for quite a while and been encouraged by his dedication to his principles,” Nye said.

John Mills is a Retired U.S. Navy Pilot with 26 years of Uniformed Service. He commanded two naval security force units, directed regional emergency management operations and directed multiple disaster relief efforts.

John Mills is a former member of Board of Directors for American Red Cross Chapter, former chairman of Disaster Services for American Red Cross Chapter, former Member of Board of Directors for Clean and Green Chapter and Emergency Management of the Year Award Recipient.

Arizona RLC 2018 Legislative Scorecard

Liberty Index Overview

Created by the Republican Liberty Caucus of Arizona, the 2018 Liberty Index is a liberty-focused legislative scorecard for Arizona’s state legislators. The scorecard consists largely of bills from the 2018 legislative session. However, a handful of significant bills from the 2017 session were included to ensure legislators’ scores are consistent, accurate and relevant. The Liberty Index scores legislators on 20 pivotal bills selected by the RLC that either advance liberty or diminish liberty. Green bills are pro-liberty bills supported by the RLC. Red bills are anti-liberty bills opposed by the RLC.

A handful of good bills introduced during the 2018 session did not get a floor vote. The RLC has selected five of these pro-liberty bills and awards bonus points to legislators who cosponsored these bills. This serves as a reward/incentive for legislators to support similar pieces of legislation in future sessions.

https://www.scribd.com/document/381985516/Arizona-RLC-2018-Legislative-Scorecard

Republican Liberty Caucus Endorses Salvatore Caiozzo For Congressional District 2 in Rhode Island

Melbourne, FL – The Republican Liberty Caucus (RLC) has endorsed Salvatore Caiozzo for Rhode Island Congressional District 2.

“The RLC is pleased to endorse Salvatore Caiozzo for Rhode Island Congressional District 2,” said Matt Nye, Republican Liberty Caucus National Chairman. “Salvatore’s commitment to representing the state of Rhode Island in the US House of Representatives is refreshing.”

The RLC endorsement of Salvatore Caiozzo was made through a two-stage process. The Candidate Endorsement Committee for the Republican Liberty Caucus screened Caiozzo’s candidacy first, and then recommended endorsement to the RLC National Board.

Salvatore Caiozzo is a small business man, radio host and founder of Poisoned Veterans which brings awareness to the plight of American servicemen and servicewomen.

Republican Liberty Caucus Endorses Nathan Dahm For Congressional District 1 in Oklahoma

Melbourne, FL – The Republican Liberty Caucus (RLC) has endorsed Nathan Dahm for Oklahoma Congressional District 1.

“The RLC is excited to endorse Nathan Dahm for Oklahoma Congressional District 1,” said Matt Nye, Republican Liberty Caucus National Chairman. “Nathan stands for the principles that the RLC works to uphold.”

The RLC endorsement of Nathan Dahm was made through a two-stage process. The Candidate Endorsement Committee for the Republican Liberty Caucus screened Nathan Dahms’s candidacy first, and then recommended endorsement to the RLC National Board.

“Nathan Dahm has a proven record of standing for constitutionally limited government while serving the people of Oklahoma,” Nye said. “I truly believe he will bring that commitment to the US House of Representatives.”

Nathan Dahm has also served as an Oklahoma State Senator and still serves as Chair of the General Government Committee. He is been elected by his colleagues twice as the Majority Whip for the Oklahoma legislature.

Republican Liberty Caucus Endorses Greg Steube For Congressional District 17 in Florida

Melbourne, FL – The Republican Liberty Caucus (RLC) has endorsed Greg Steube for Florida Congressional District 17.

“The RLC is pleased to endorse Greg Steube for Florida Congressional District 17,” said Matt Nye, Republican Liberty Caucus National Chairman. “Greg Steube’s time in the Florida state legislature has shown that he can get things done.”

The RLC endorsement of Greg Steube was made through a two-stage process. The Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida screened Greg Steube’s candidacy first, and then recommended endorsement to the RLC National Board.

“I have worked with Florida State Senator Steube for serveral years and have always found him to be a fighter for individual liberty and the principles of small government,” Nye said. “Candidates that follow through on their promises once elected are rare, and should be rewarded when they do so.”

Greg Steube has also served as a Representative to the Florida State House and most recently, a Florida State Senator. He is an Army veteran who spent one year as a commissioned Airborne Infantry Officer, and three years in the U.S. Army JAG Corps, serving as a Captain with the 25th Infantry Division in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Greg Stuebe is a 5th generation Floridian, currently residing in Sarasota, FL in with his wife Jennifer and son Ethan.

The Republican Liberty Caucus Congratulates Michael Cloud on His Primary Election Win

The Republican Liberty Caucus of Texas would like to congratulate Michael Cloud for being the first non-incumbent RLC endorsee for federal office of the 2018 election season to win a contested primary. Cloud defeated Bech Broun with an impressive 61% of the vote in the runoff for the 27th Congressional District in Texas.

Due to gerrymandering, his district is heavily Republican so he is almost certain to beat his Democrat opponent in November. While gerrymandering generally has a bad effect on political diversity, it proves the value of the RLC in promoting a pro-liberty alternative within the Republican Party.

“We were pleased to have such a strong endorsee in Texas,” said Dave Nalle, National Endorsements Director for the RLC. “Cloud stood out from the pack in his qualifications, thoughtful positions on important issues and willingness to buck orthodoxy and stand on principle. This is a great start for the 2018 primary season.”

Carmen Calderon, Chairman of the Coastal Bend chapter, congratulated Cloud and said: “This race showed us that hard work, a strong ground game and building relationships with the voters can overcome big money candidates. The results of this election reflect the vigorous work put in by Michael, his staff, and his volunteers; it was nothing short of amazing.”

RLC members volunteered many hours putting up signs, block walking, making calls, and organizing events to help Cloud make up ground in Nueces County. They help Cloud rise from 18% in the March primary to a strong victory in the runoff.

“Cloud ran a grassroots campaign from the beginning with considerably less money than his opponent and still managed to come out on top,” Said Brandey Batey, Vice Chair of the Nueces County Republican Party. “I believe that it is all due in large part to his connection with the average voter, his strong work ethic and his heartfelt desire to serve his country.”

Best of luck to Cloud and all of our other candidates in the primaries, and in November. We know that they will stick by their principles in office and bring much needed support to our elected endorsees like Rand Paul, Mike Lee, Justin Amash and Thomas Massie.

Republican Liberty Caucus Endorses Clayburn Griffin For Congressional District 2 in New Mexico

Melbourne, FL – The Republican Liberty Caucus (RLC) has endorsed Clayburn Griffin for New Mexico Congressional District 2.

“The RLC is pleased to endorse Clayburn Griffin for New Mexico Congressional District 2,” said Matt Nye, Republican Liberty Caucus National Chairman. “He is a constitutional conservative who has shown that he can get things done.”

The RLC endorsement of Griffin was made through a two-stage process. The Republican Liberty Caucus Candidate Committee screened Clayburn Griffin’s candidacy first, and then recommended endorsement to the RLC National Board.

“Clay’s time working for conservative candidates and legislators demonstrates his dedication to fighting for fiscal restraint, individual liberty and limited government,” Nye said.

Republican Liberty Caucus Endorses Michael Cloud For Congressional District 27 in Texas

Melbourne, FL – The Republican Liberty Caucus (RLC) has endorsed Michael Cloud for Texas Congressional District 27.

“The RLC is proud to endorse Michael Cloud for Texas Congressional District 27,” said Matt Nye, Republican Liberty Caucus National Chairman. “He is a fiscal conservative who has shown that he can get things done without compromising his values.”

The RLC endorsement of Cloud was made through a two-stage process. The Republican Liberty Caucus Candidate Committee screened Michael Cloud’s candidacy first, and then recommended endorsement to the RLC National Board.

“Michael’s time as has been a Republican leader for over a decade and his continuously fought fighting for fiscal restraint and limited government,” Nye said. “I am excited to see Michael Cloud bringing that fight to Washington DC.”

The Republican Liberty Caucus Endorses Shane Hazel

Melbourne, FL – The Republican Liberty Caucus is proud to endorse Shane Hazel for Georgia’s 7th Congressional District. Shane is a husband, father of three children, a former Marine, and self described Limited Government Republican.

“The Oath I swore to uphold the Constitution means more now than it ever has. Democrats and establishment Republicans have usurped the constraints of the Constitution and arbitrarily grown their power at the expense of all Americans and their inalienable rights, turning a blind eye to the values and principles you and I share. With a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, I pledge to you my life, my fortune, and my sacred Honor.”

Hazel has pledged to serve only four terms if elected and would work to eliminate the Departments of Veterans Administration, Education, and the IRS. He is running on a platform that is virtually identical to the principles of the Republican Liberty Caucus. We are proud to support such a principled candidate. We whole heartedly encourage Republicans to help elect Shane Hazel.

The Republican Liberty Caucus Endorses Nick Polce

Melbourne, FL – The Republican Liberty Caucus is proud to endorse Nick Polce for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District. Polce is a husband, father, businessmen, and former US Army Green Beret Combat Veteran. He has said in previous interviews that he feels that he’s “a part of the larger freedom movement that is looking to bring the voice of the American people back to Washington D.C.” Polce is motivated to run because of the birth of his son, the current & future state of country, and his experience dealing with regulation and government overreach.

His major concern is government spending. He spoke out against the $1.3 Trillion Dollar Omnibus Bill when it passed and stated that the national debt was not only irresponsible it was a security issue. The Republican Liberty Caucus agrees with Polce’s assessments on government regulations, overreach, and spending and we encourage all Republicans to help elect Nick Polce.