Understanding the centralized and federalized nature of our election systems is one of the last issues people “wake up” to. The 2020 Presidential Election revealed major problems with our national and local election apparatus, and is one of the most censored topics on the internet; censored by our own Federal and State governments through a complex network of NGO’s prepared in advance of 2020. These same organizations and Federal agencies are now coordinating in preparation for the November 2024 general election. South Dakota uses the same voter roll maintenance and election night reporting software, along with vote tabulating machines and e-poll pads, that were used in the so-called swing states such as Arizona and Pennsylvania. Why would we think we are immune?
When considering who to vote for in the upcoming June 4, 2024 primary election, those willing to speak out publicly on election security are the some of the bravest in the field. Many are afraid of tackling this issue.
Our nation is at a crossroads, and we need bold, fearless leaders who will not cave on issues due to outside influences. Those willing to stand publicly on election issues in today’s environment are courageous individuals. We will not forget Monae Johnson’s abandonment of her campaign promises and 180-degree turn from her supposed “election integrity” campaign platform. Vet your candidates carefully.
Here is a list of Candidates for office that have publicly prioritized secure and transparent elections either in campaign materials or have demonstrated by participation at the local government before running for office.
This is not an endorsement and is for informational purposes only.
HOUSE:
DISTRICT 4: Dylan Jordan, Vanessa Namken
DISTRICT 7: Jeff Stuwe
DISTRICT 9: Tesa Schwans
DISTRICT 11: John Kunnari
DISTRICT 13: Penny BayBridge
DISTRICT 14: Tony Kayser
DISTRICT 15: Brad Lindwurm
DISTRICT 19: Steven Mettler
DISTRICT 28B: Travis Ismay
DISTRICT 30: Matt Smith, Matthew Monfore, Patrick Baumann
DISTRICT 31: Mark Mowry
DISTRICT 32: John James
DISTRICT 34: Heather Baxter
SENATE:
DISTRICT 8: Rick Weible
DISTRICT 21: Mikala Voita
DISTRICT 25: Tom Pischke – sponsored 2024 CVR bill
DISTRICT 27: Bruce Whalen
DISTRICT 29: John Carley
DISTRICT 30: Julie Frye-Mueller
DISTRICT 31: Kate Crowley-Johnson
COUNTY COMMISSIONS:
MINNEHAHA: Cole Heisey, Roger Russell
FALL RIVER: Heath Greenough, Sandra Wahlert, Les Cope
LAWRENCE : Erica Douglas
MCPHERSON: Mike Mardian
Don't know his stance on election integrity but Mark Lapka - District 23 is a big advocate against SB201.