Statewide elected officials endorse John Wiik for South Dakota Republican Party Chairman
BIG STONE CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA – John Wiik announces endorsements from statewide elected officials and outgoing Republican State Party Chairman.
“South Dakota has set an example for the nation that conservative principles work.” Said Governor Kristi Noem “John Wiik has a vision that our state party can set that example too – and the work ethic to make it happen.”
“John Wiik understands what it takes to win and conservative values can make our state and nation stronger.” Said Congressman Dusty Johnson “He has the connections and work ethic to make a great party chair.”
The following statewide elected officials have endorsed John Wiik’s race for GOP state party Chairman:
- Governor Kristi Noem
- Lt. Governor Larry Rhoden
- Senator Mike Rounds
- Congressman Dusty Johnson
- Attorney General Elect Marty Jackley
- Treasurer Josh Haeder
- Secretary of State Monae Johnson
- Auditor Rich Sattgast
- Public Utilities Commissioner Chris Nelson
- Public Utilities Commissioner Gary Hanson
- School & Public Lands Commissioner Elect Brock Greenfield
- Republican State Party Chairman Dan Lederman
John Wiik also announces the addition of Mary Fitzgerald for Vice-Chair of the South Dakota Republican Party. “Mary is a dedicated county party chair and state legislator.” said John Wiik “She knows a lot about long days of hard work in public service and will be a great addition to the leadership team.”
“It is an honor to be chosen by John Wiik to run as his Vice-Chair.” said Mary Fitzgerald “We look forward to working with every republican in South Dakota to move our party forward”
The South Dakota Republican Party will vote for Chairman and Vice-Chairman on January 14th, 2023.
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Wish him well but I’m skeptical that he has the ability to raise money and really lead the party.
I can’t think of a better team to lead the SDGOP.
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John and Mary will do a good job. I do believe they care about the Republican Party as an organization serving the entire state.
This is a fundraising job…something Wiik has always struggled with
Is Lee Schoenbeck supporting him? They have never gotten along in the past
I heard it from a good source that Lee Schoenbeck encouraged him to run. Maybe was one of the first to do so. Historically, a Governor has had a strong ally heading the GOP. Not sure Haugaard/Howard could fill that bill
well said.
Always good being on the same page with you Counselor!
There are well over twenty errors in this press release, including punctuation, capitalization, and word omissions.
I’m not sure whether Mary Fitzgerald says she looks forward to working with every “republican” in South Dakota or every “Republican” in South Dakota, but I don’t believe her either way.
Do the listed endorsers of Wiik also endorse Fitzgerald?
Respect to Senator Thune for staying out of this.
Not surprised considering the state party doesn’t even reach out to people who sign up to volunteer during election season.
I, for one, am optimistic that that’ll change under Wiik’s leadership. 🙂
Let’s hope so…even though we are a deep red state, all hands are needed for every election. Nothing should be taken for granted!
Yes, be afraid, be very afraid.
Mary F is responsible for the most self-serving piece of legislation to go through Pierre in a long time, the bill to make her daughter a lawyer without having to pass the bar exam. Fortunately her bill failed, but it makes it hard to trust her going forward.
Wiik and Fitzgerald will do well. I’ve known the both of them for years and I know they care about the Party and want to be successful.
I could support John, but not if Mary is involved.