SacCountyGOP Celebrates A Republican Victory Nationwide

Sacramento, Calif.— (November 7, 2024) The voters have spoken. They do want change in the USA, and they want President-Elect Donald Trump and Vice President-Elect J.D. Vance to lead our country back to prosperity, sovereignty, safety, and strength. “After two attempted impeachments, a weaponized Department of Justice trying to jail the former President, two attempts on his life, and a non-stop barrage of vitriolic name-calling and lies, Donald J. Trump has demonstrated he is not only a survivor, but the leader our country needs to reverse the course of the new Democrat Party and their foreign influencers,” said Sacramento County Republican Party Chair Betsy Mahan.

Now that Vice President Harris has conceded, and President Biden has called for Democrats to “bring down the temperature”, it’s up to the current Administration to get through the remainder of their term mindful that Americans don’t want them to impose any changes that would create roadblocks to the incoming Administration’s agenda. “President Biden said the will of the people should prevail,” said Mahan, “and we hold him to that promise.”

President Trump and Congress have a mandate from the People to bring back our economy and stop the suffering. “We still need to confirm that the House will remain in Republican control, but indicators are that we have won the trifecta and will be able to let Americans see how common sense Republican policies can improve their lives,” said Mahan. “I am so optimistic about our national leaders, and those who have been elected or re-elected at the local and state levels. Our local school boards will have better transparency and a focus on academics, and more Republicans will be represented in the State Legislature, bringing needed balance to the Democrat supermajority that now rules. The incredible support for Prop 36, and the loss of several Newsom Administration staffers who ran for office, is also an indication that the Governor has no future in politics. His hypocrisy and his anti-business policies have been exposed as detrimental to the needs of Californians.”

The Sacramento County Republican Party is confident we now have a new way forward, unburdened by what has been for the past four years!

SacCountyGOP is Ready for a Victorious Election Night!

Sacramento, Calif.— (October 29, 2024) One week from today voters will have their final opportunity to exercise their right to select our leaders at the national, state and local levels. There are also ten statewide ballot measures, and fourteen local measures to raise funds for various purposes. SacCountyGOP is providing voters with a guide to the election, listing our endorsed candidates and positions on ballot measures, and providing options for submitting ballots, including bringing them into SacCountyGOP Headquarters.

“Close to 500 ballots have already been brought into SacCountyGOP Headquarters,” said Chair Betsy Mahan. “Voters know that we will deliver them directly inside the Sacramento County Elections office by the next business day. We are also encouraging voters to sign up for BallotTrax so they are assured their ballot was received and approved to be counted.”

SacCountyGOP has a robust Election Observer operation with trained volunteers at Vote Centers and Drop Boxes around the County. “Our observers are present to make sure procedures are being followed and all voters feel welcome,” said Mahan. “Unlike her predecessors, the current Registrar of Voters has been less than welcoming to public input including representatives of the Republican Party. She cancelled a community advisory committee, refused to uphold a longstanding tradition of speaking to our Central Committee, and took away cameras that previously allowed the public to watch the ballot processing operation. This lack of community input and transparency does not give voters confidence that all political views are considered when it comes to voter outreach and securing the election. Some assurance is restored when they learn about our Observer program,” said Mahan.

On election night, after we make sure all Drop Boxes have been properly shut down at 8pm, the volunteers and supporters of SacCountyGOP will gather at the Brookside Restaurant, located on Horn Road near our headquarters, to watch the returns. All friendly voters and the media are welcome to drop in. The restaurant will have food and drinks available for purchase throughout the evening, starting at 7pm. “We think this is going to be a huge celebration, not only for President Trump who is peaking at just the right time, but also for our Legislative, City Council, and School Board candidates who will restore parental rights, with respect for taxpayers and family budgets, while addressing the crime that is impacting our safety and quality of life,” said Chairwoman Mahan.

Are Assassination Attempts Becoming the New Normal?

Sacramento, Calif.— (September 16, 2024) Once again, a deranged individual has attempted to assassinate the Republican Presidential candidate. “While his opponents made the obligatory statements about his well-being following both failed attempts on Trump’s life, shouldn’t they take some responsibility for provoking such attacks?” said SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan.

This latest foiled attempt on Trump’s life takes place as a foreign operative sits in court accused of planning yet another assassination. Is this the new normal? Certainly, foreign adversaries are concerned with the return of a stronger USA under Donald Trump. But why are Democrat leaders adding to this dangerous environment for Republican candidates?

Donald Trump has been villainized by Kamala Harris and Joe Biden who have repeatedly declared he is the number one threat to Democracy, people of color, and the economy. “It didn’t take long after the first shooting for them to ramp up the rhetoric and make false statements about Trump’s position on abortion, immigration, and his record while President,” said Mahan. “With so many unbalanced people in our country who want to see their name splashed across the headlines, regardless of the consequences, shouldn’t the sitting President and Vice President be held to a higher standard?”

The Sacramento County Republican Party denounces all acts of violence, whether it is to silence an opponent, or endanger residents in our communities. It’s important that those who are passionate about their candidates – on the left or the right – take a civil approach to sharing their views. After all, it’s less dangerous and much more effective.

There are so many differences between the leadership of Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and Donald Trump. If voters would just focus on the issues and needed solutions, the choice would be clear. Voters should go to the source and visit the Trump website to learn about his platform. Harris outlines her views on her website (but make sure you don’t view her 2020 platform as the positions are very different..)

“We are thankful President Donald Trump survived another attack, and know that he will have even stronger resolve to stay in the race and win in November,” said Mahan. 

School Resource Officer Stops Georgia Shooter on Campus

Sacramento, Calif.— (September 6, 2024) Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris called for the removal of School Resource Officers to “demilitarize” school campuses. Can we expect yet another flip flop when she realizes lives were saved by the armed SRO at Apalachee High School in Georgia?

School Districts in Sacramento County and across the nation have varying policies on SRO’s. Should they be armed? Should teachers have weapons? Should SRO’s be allowed to hang out with the students on campus? Is there money to fund SRO’s? The answers will vary from district to district, but as another tragic shooting has taken place with teachers and students’ lives lost, it’s time to prioritize safety on campuses.

“The people who oppose having a security officer on campus are the same ones who discourage young people from having positive relationships with law enforcement,” said Betsy Mahan, Chair of the Sacramento County Republican Party. “The result is more young people fearing police without reason, too often leading to violent interactions and loss of life. This approach will not keep kids or school staff safe.”

Having an SRO on campus who has the training and personality to successfully engage with students will head off violence and bullying while offering a rapid response should an armed intruder appear. We call on school districts to prioritize SRO programs in district budgets.

At the same time, we must acknowledge that too many students are suffering from mental health impairments. California is planning to have mental health counselors on every campus, but what are they trained and directed to do? Are they just going to address the symptoms, or get at the root of the problems such as broken homes, drugs, and social media influences? Taking cell phones away during school is a good start. But parents need to understand that under the direction of the CA Teachers Association, too many adults are imposing their political agendas on kids as they attempt to turn them into social justice warriors, instead of mathematicians, scientists, and engineers. Mahan said, “Educators need to get back to their core mission of teaching kids the fundamentals, and how to think for themselves. They need to provide students with a safe environment to receive an education that gives them opportunities and hope for their future. And they need to involve parents every step of the way rather than telling kids it’s best to keep secrets from the family.” 

Statement by Chairwoman Mahan on the War Against Hamas

Sacramento, Calif.— (September 4, 2024) After eleven horrific months of war between Israel and Iran’s proxies in the Middle East, we’ve seen how an irresolute U.S. President and his Vice President have enabled Hamas sympathizers. The consequences can be found in international negotiations, on college campuses and the streets of major cities, and in the U.S. Congress as Members like Ami Bera (D-Elk Grove) boycotted Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent address at the Capitol.

Politico reported Rep. Bera wasn’t planning on attending the address and quoted Bera as saying, “Prime Minister Netanyahu must no longer stand in the way of a ceasefire and an agreement for Hamas to return the hostages.” 

After the brutal murders of six hostages this week, including an American, how can a Member of Congress state that terrorists like Hamas will ever hold to an agreement? If Hamas remains in power in Gaza, the Palestinian people will always be used as their human shields and Israel will open themselves to more attacks. The USA and other major powers must let Iran know that either they secure the release of all hostages and force Hamas to relinquish leadership, or their funding sources will cease to exist. Oh…and stop developing nuclear bombs..

President Trump had the courage to hold Iran accountable and reduced their resources. Biden and Harris are trying to appease their radicalized Democrat Party that refuses to hold Hamas responsible for the war now taking place.

Four more years of Biden/Obama-influenced policies under Harris will mean continued warfare in the Middle East at the expense of our taxpayers and Israeli lives. A vote for Trump will be a vote for peace through strength. That’s the only strategy that terrorists understand.

Our prayers are with the families of those who lost their loved ones over the past eleven months, and with the hostages and our soldiers who are in harm’s way. 

Statement on Harris’ Selection of Gov. Walz

Sacramento, Calif.— (August 6, 2024)  Vice President Kamala Harris has doubled down on her desire to be a true “Woker”, choosing liberal Governor Tim Walz to join the ticket. The contrast between Trump-Vance and Harris-Walz could not be more dramatic.

Harris overlooked others who were perhaps more qualified, but would have alienated her from pro-Hamas agitators and open border advocates in the Democrat Party. Gov. Walz is known for his lack of response as rioters destroyed Minneapolis, followed by Harris bailing out the criminals who burned and looted businesses, police stations and city streets. He likened socialism to being neighborly, and said Democrats should not stray from their progressive values.

Statement on Biden’s Exit by SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan

Sacramento, Calif.— (July 21, 2024)  Joe Biden has been pushed out of the Presidential race. Not exactly Democracy in action. He endorsed the even less popular Vice President Kamala Harris in retaliation. Harris inherits a $300+ Million war chest making it a steep climb for other challengers to catch up.

Now the Biden family, who has monetized Joe’s political power for decades, will have to get real jobs.

It won’t matter if Harris or any other anointed Democrat challenges President Trump, because they will carry the baggage of Biden’s failed administration and progressive policies. 

We Will Continue the Fight Mr. President!

Sacramento, Calif.— (July 13, 2024) “We are thankful that President Trump’s assassination attempt was unsuccessful and we are mourning the innocent supporters who were killed or injured,” said Betsy Mahan, Chair of the Sacramento County Republican Party. “We have all been concerned that Biden’s harsh rhetoric and name calling could provoke a violent attack on President Trump and his supporters.”

Lawfare is Present in This Presidential Election

Sacramento, Calif.— (May 30, 2024) Today, the Biden campaign launched their first salvo as his chief rival was convicted on 34 bogus counts in a New York court. This is just the beginning of a coordinated attack on the former President, using a new tactic called Lawfare.

“I am sad but not surprised that a prosecutor, who campaigned for his position on taking down President Trump, has made good on his threats,” said SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan.“ Judge Juan Merchan guided the jury to a unanimous guilty verdict. You don’t have to be a legal scholar to see the misuse of the legal system.”

Newsom Continues to Mismanage California’s Budget

Sacramento, Calif.— (January 12, 2024) Governor Newsom announced his budget using deficit numbers disputed by the LAO and any clear-thinking Californian. “The Governor will continue his practice of throwing money at the symptoms of his bad policies, rather than solving the problems he created,” said Betsy Mahan, Chair of the Sacramento County Republican Party. “Rather than stopping the flow of billions of dollars into the money pit that is the high speed rail project, or scrapping the unpopular Delta Tunnels project, the Governor will be counting on the Democrat-controlled Legislature to keep his special interest donors happy,” said Mahan.

CAGOP Chairwomen Jessica Millan Patterson was correct when she said, “Only Gavin Newsom and California Democrats can take a nearly $100 billion record budget surplus just two years ago and turn it into a record $68 billion budget deficit today – that is, unless you go with Newsom’s numbers claiming only a $38 billion deficit. They ignored calls from Republicans to put more away for a rainy day, instead spending recklessly while pushing a radical agenda that drove long-time residents and taxpayers away by the hundreds of thousands. This should serve as a much-needed wakeup call to Newsom that his time is better spent trying to fix the mess he’s created at home instead of chasing nonsensical dreams about a future in the White House.” 

By Calling for Trump’s Removal from the Ballot, Democrats Show They Don’t Trust Voters or Democracy

Sacramento, Calif.— (December 27, 2023) As Democrats, such as Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, ask the Secretary of State to follow the Colorado example and remove Trump from California’s March 5 ballot, it is apparent that their call to protect American Democracy is just another example of their hypocrisy. Democrat elected officials constantly change the rules in the political process to facilitate their latest agenda. Democrat voters are starting to doubt their Party has any resemblance to the one they joined since the last decade as it no longer represents the working class and now serves the interests of compliant corporate giants and coastal elites.

“Democrats are shameless in their blatant anti-Democratic acts to thwart the right of voters to support the candidate of their choice,” said Sacramento County Republican Party Chair Betsy Mahan. “This is backfiring on Kounalakis and Democrats in other states, as voters see this is another attempt to provoke fed-up conservatives in hopes they will behave badly.”  Regardless of people’s views on the re-election of President Trump, we all know this, along with the unprecedented lawsuits filed against the former President, is a desperate attempt to impact conservative voter turnout in this important election.

“Our nation is at a turning point,” said Mahan. “We must make sure the battle is at the ballot box and that we show the new Democratic Party that we do not accept their attempt to turn the United States over to their global elite handlers.”

Statement on the Election of House Speaker Mike Johnson

Sacramento, Calif.— (October 26, 2023) The House of Representatives has elected a new Speaker to lead all Members as our nation faces many challenges on the domestic and international fronts. “We congratulate Speaker Mike Johnson and have confidence he will bring the Republican Conference together to implement policies to fix our inflation-plagued economy and bring stability in Europe and the Middle East,” said SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan.

“Democrats were responsible for the vacancy in the Speaker’s position as they joined with a few rogue Republicans to create disruption at a time when Rep. McCarthy’s leadership was needed the most,” said Mahan. “Be careful what you wish for Democrats. Now we have a Speaker who will take even bolder steps to address President Biden’s failing leadership.”

CAGOP to Address New Platform at Fall Convention

Sacramento, Calif.— (August 21, 2023) The CAGOP Platform Drafting Committee is charged with the responsibility of updating the State GOP’s Platform. They recently met to consider proposed amendments and produced a final draft that will be considered at the upcoming Convention in Anaheim later in September.

“This year’s Draft Platform was refined to highlight how California Republicans will address the many issues facing our state,” said Betsy Mahan who Chairs the Sacramento County Republican Party and serves as Vice Chair of the CAGOP Platform Committee. “Our current platform is long on restating the problems and needed to focus more on our approach to solutions. The Platform Committee will meet at the Convention and I fully expect amendments to this draft to be considered.” 

California Republicans will have until September 14th to submit amendments to the Draft Platform. Those amendments will be considered when the full Platform Committee meets at the Convention. The final product from that Committee will be subject to approval by the full Delegation at the Convention.

SCOTUS Decision Reaffirms California Voters on Affirmative Action

Sacramento, Calif.— (June 29, 2023) The United States Supreme Court today, in a 6-3 decision, affirmed what California voters expressed when they defeated Proposition 16 – affirmative action in college admissions is not the way to address underrepresented minorities. 

“Those who claim to want to lift people of color out of poverty need to focus on public education K-12 where test scores are at the lowest they’ve ever been,” said SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan. “We need to take politics out of the classroom and focus on preparing all children for the real world where they must compete against students from other cultures and countries with higher records of academic achievement,” Mahan said. “Removing exit exams from high schools and throwing out the SAT’s will not make students smarter, or better prepared to fully benefit from an expensive college education. Getting back to the fundamentals and relating curriculum to today’s job market will help students of all colors to qualify for jobs or college after high school.”

“The Supreme Court decision still allows college applicants to include how they overcame the challenges of racism and economic hardships,” said Mahan. “Merit should always be a factor in rewarding a person with an opportunity to advance.”

Democrats have been quick to criticize the conservative majority on the Supreme Court when they don’t like the outcome of their decisions, but it’s crickets when a decision works to their benefit, such as the recent case that overturned redistricting rights for state legislatures. It’s all about upholding the Constitution, not a political agenda, and our Republican-appointed Justices are keeping their promise to not legislate from the bench.

Manhattan District Attorney Weaponizes the Legal System to Appease His Donors

Sacramento, Calif.— (March 31, 2023) A lack of diversity in the population of Manhattan has given the District Attorney the green light to weaponize his office, setting aside cases involving violent crimes in favor of reversing his interest in prosecuting the former President of the United States. “The DA bragged about taking down President Trump when he ran for office, so he’s just making good on campaign promises,” said Sacramento County Republican Party Chair Betsy Mahan. “This is consistent with former Speaker Pelosi’s statement that Trump must prove innocence – a perversion of American’s system of presumed innocence”, said Mahan.

Democrats continue to show their fear of democracy as the Biden Department of Justice and IRS have implemented a two-tiered system of justice. Governor Newsom, forced to finally end his nearly three-year State of Emergency where he single handedly usurped the powers of the Legislature to implement major changes in California law that he couldn’t achieve any other way – has announced he will kick off his national tour of conservative states to demand compliance with his views. And a compliant corporate media continues to overlook the failures of the Biden Administration and his family’s greed, redirecting their viewers attention to parents who dare to speak up on behalf of their children, while criticizing the U.S. oil industry that is being shut down in favor of importing oil from foreign energy providers who produce with fewer environmental regulations.

“The Democrats and the media are doing their best to provoke a violent response from Trump supporters,” said Mahan.

“The most effective answer to Trump’s call for protests is for reasonable people to make sure they are registered Republican so they can vote for a Republican in the March Primary. Those who can see that the Democratic Party is no longer recognizable as they fight to completely overturn our system of government, must walk away and register Republican. Those registered No Party Preference or American Independent, must join the Republican Party – even just for the Primary Election, and send a message to Biden and those pulling his strings, that we value the freedoms that the United States Constitution guarantees. And our battle will take place at the ballot box, regardless of the barriers that will be put in our way.”

SacCountyGOP Endorses Candidates Who Will Solve Problems – Not Lower Expectations

Sacramento, Calif.— (October 24, 2022)  In yesterday’s debate, Senator Brian Dahle told Governor Gavin Newsom what he needed to hear: He’s spending billions of taxpayer dollars, and talking a lot, but he’s not solving any problems. 

“The issues in this election are not partisan,” said SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan. “People are hurting whether it’s filling up their car to take their kids to school or to get to work; buying groceries; or affording supplies needed to run a business. Parents are seeing their kids are not reading, writing, or computing at grade level.  Democrats keep putting expensive band-aides on serious problems, whether it’s homelessness, gas prices, or the impact of increased crime in our businesses and neighborhoods. We need solutions – not lowered expectations.”

SacCountyGOP to Hold Endorsement Meeting for School Board Races

Sacramento, Calif.— (August 17, 2022)  Tonight, the Sacramento County Republican Party will hold the first series of candidate presentations and endorsements for local races in Sacramento County. There are several school board candidates who will be considered, including an important race in the San Juan Unified School District where Tanya Kravchuk is challenging incumbent Michael McKibbin.

As the Sacramento Bee reported today, there is another candidate who will appear on the ballot in that race and will not be considered for endorsement by the SacCountyGOP. “Jeffrey Perrine was promoted in the Assembly District 7 primary by Assemblyman Ken Cooley who wasted hundreds of thousands of dollars boosting Perrine’s name ID in hopes that he would prevail over Republican endorsed candidate Josh Hoover,” said SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan. “Of course, it backfired on Cooley, and Hoover is now in a strong position to flip this seat. Perrine thinks he has some momentum, thanks to the few thousand votes gifted from Cooley, but he will not prevail as he has a long history of conduct that cannot be accepted of a candidate for any office.”

“All endorsed candidates are listed on the SacCountyGOP’s Voter Guide, and we expect Tanya Kravchuk to be added to that list this evening,” said Mahan.

The Sacramento County Republican Party recruits and elects Republicans at all levels of Government and is the official organization representing Republican voters for the County of Sacramento.

SacCountyGOP Calls On Assemblyman Ken Cooley to Stop Promoting Proud Boy

Sacramento, Calif.— (May 20, 2022)  The Sacramento County Republican Party today called on Assemblyman Ken Cooley to stop promoting the Proud Boy running against him for a new seat in the State Assembly. “We were surprised to see Cooley has followed Attorney General Bonta’s tactic of promoting the candidate least likely to provide him a challenge in November,” said SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan reacting to a mailer Cooley sent to Republican voters. “This seems to be too common in this election where Republicans are expected to win over voters who are fed up with the Democrat’s failing policies that have led to skyrocketing gas prices and inflation, shortages of food and other essential items, and undeterred crime at our businesses and in our neighborhoods. Cooley should read his own mailer that admits this Proud Boy was expelled from our committee by fellow Republicans. We don’t condone violence or intimidation to promote any cause.”

What Cooley fails to mention is that the Sacramento Bee and the Sacramento County Republican Party agree that Josh Hoover will be the best Assemblyman to represent the 7^th District that includes Folsom, Citrus Heights, Orangevale, and Rancho Cordova. “Josh Hoover has proven his leadership abilities as an elected member of the Folsom Cordova Unified School District where he made sure kids got back to in person learning, and parents’ views were respected when it came to their children’s education and health,” said Mahan.

The Sacramento County Republican Party recruits and elects Republicans at all levels of Government and is the official organization representing Republican voters for the County of Sacramento.

Downtown Sac No Longer Safe

Sacramento, Calif.— (April 3, 2022)  Early this morning a tragic shooting took place in downtown Sacramento. So far, six have died and at least 10 more have been injured. As the Governor and other Democrats call for an end to gun violence, we must step back and think about their policies that created this unsafe atmosphere. The people of Sacramento need more than our prayers after these acts of violence occur. We need preventative solutions to keep our residents safe and downtown businesses open.

“It’s tragic that people can’t go out late at night to enjoy downtown Sac,” said Betsy Mahan, Chair of the Sacramento County Republican Party. “Whether you’re walking back to your parking spot from a Kings game or concert, or leaving a local club, you’re no longer safe on the streets of Sacramento. And there are so many reasons why, including thugs who are out to prey on the innocent, mentally impaired and drug addicted people who have no place to go and little control over their behavior, and a political atmosphere that wants to limit the police presence. Democrats always use these tragedies to denounce gun violence, but local leaders don’t enforce the existing laws that would take guns away from those who use them to commit crimes. This is not a winning strategy for law-abiding citizens or downtown businesses. It takes a human to shoot a gun and that’s where the focus should be. Our prayers are for those who are injured or lost loved ones. Our actions will be to elect new leaders.”

The Sacramento County Republican Party recruits and elects Republicans at all levels of Government and is the official organization representing Republican voters for the County of Sacramento.

SacCountyGOP Makes Additional Endorsements for the June Primary Election

Sacramento, Calif.— (February 16, 2022) The Sacramento County Republican Central Committee approved new endorsements of Republican candidates in the June Primary.

“There are several new districts in Sacramento County that provide voters with better opportunities to elect new leaders who will tackle the many challenges facing our State,” said Sacramento County Republican Party Chair Betsy Mahan. “It’s time to stop placing expensive band aides on our failing education and health systems, stop the mandates, and restore safe neighborhoods and parental rights. Our endorsed candidates are all up to that task.”

Recently endorsed candidates include Tamika Hamilton (CD 6), Max Semenenko (CD 7), Ted Gaines (BOE-1), Roger Niello (SD 6), Cathy Cook (AD 6), Josh Hoover (AD 7), Assemblyman Heath Flora (AD 9), and Eric Rigard (AD 10).

The Sacramento County Republican Party recruits and elects Republicans at all levels of Government and is the official organization representing Republican voters for the County of Sacramento.

Assembly Rules Chair Ken Cooley Releases Measure to Take Over California Healthcare

Sacramento, Calif.— (January 7, 2022)Taxpayer-friendly organizations and legislators released warnings today that AB 1400, and its companion measure ACA 11, would increase taxes on Californians by nearly $163 billion per year – the biggest tax increase in state history. The Sacramento Republican Party called out Rules Committee Chair Ken Cooley who previously held the measures in the Rules Committee but allowed it to move forward now that the Recall of Governor Newsom is over.

“Evidently, our hard-earned dollars are burning a hole in the pockets of the Governor and the Legislative leaders,” said Sacramento County Republican Party Chair Betsy Mahan. “Democrats would like the same government that brought you months-long wait lists at EDD and $20 billion in fraud to now take over your entire health care system.  Their policies have brought Californians sky-high costs for homes, energy, and gas. But don’t worry, they promise healthcare will be cheaper. What could go wrong?”

Assembly Republican Leader Marie Waldren said, “The Rules Committee used to be a place where reasonable people stood as a check against the bad ideas of radical ideologues. Apparently, that is no longer the case.” Waldren said she looks forward to shining a light on “how much taxes will increase on the middle class, how many people will be kicked off their current health care plan, what Democrats will say to the seniors whose Medicare funds will be raided, how long wait times will be, the extent to which bureaucrats will ration care and how many hospitals will close.”

“AB 1400 is the biggest proposed tax increase in state history and is a direct attack on the middle class at a time when everyday Californians are already struggling to pay their bills,” said Josh Hoover, Vice President of the Folsom Cordova School Board and Candidate for the newly drawn 7th Assembly District in Sacramento County. “Stopping bills like this is why I chose to run for the Assembly. These policies show a complete disregard for families who already pay more to live here than almost any state in the nation.”

Mahan said, “Ken Cooley’s liberal voting record is one of the best kept secrets in Sacramento politics. As Chair of Rules, he has facilitated all of the failed policies that have resulted in California’s high cost of living, unprecedented increase in homelessness, frivolous spending, increase in crime, and the exodus of fed-up families and businesses from California. If Cooley decides to run for re-election, we’ll be ready to show the impact of his tenure as Governor Newsom and Speaker Rendon’s good soldier, running our State into the ground.”

The Sacramento County Republican Party recruits and elects Republicans at all levels of Government and is the official organization representing Republican voters for the County of Sacramento.

Response to Biden Administration on Parents’ Right to Engage Elected Officials

Sacramento, Calif.— (October 8, 2021) This week Democrat leaders from Washington to Sacramento took a stand against a parent’s right to protect their child. First, Governor Newsom announced mandatory vaccines for school children, regardless of natural immunity, and then President Biden’s Administration weaponized the FBI and the DOJ against those who speak out against education officials engaging in indoctrination and politicized healthcare mandates. 

During at-home schooling, parents saw firsthand how their kids were being taught, and now they’re engaging their elected school boards to demand change. “SacCountyGOP is on record as strongly opposing any acts of violence or intimidation to advance a political agenda, regardless of the cause,” said Sacramento County Republican Party Chair Betsy Mahan.

“This announcement by AG Merrick Garland is an attempt to discourage parents from standing up for the most important thing in their lives – their kids. Actions being taken by politicians at the local, state and federal levels have provoked a passionate response from moms and dads from all political parties, and no one should be surprised,” said Mahan. 

The Sacramento County Republican Party encourages parents to express their opinions and influence decision makers without crossing the line of violence. “Threats and intimidation will only lead to closed minds and spreading a false narrative that we are politically motivated rather than caring about our kids’ health and future,” said Mahan. “Now is not the time to be silenced, and civil discourse must continue.”

The Sacramento County Republican Party is working with parents, taxpayers, and school board members to make sure those who engage are informed and effective. More information is available on their website at SacCountyGOP.com/Schools.

Statement by SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan on the Crisis & Loss of Lives in Afghanistan

Sacramento, Calif.— (updated August 31, 2021)  “On behalf of the Sacramento County Republican Party, I called on President Biden to make certain every American, and Afghan who worked with the USA over the past twenty years, was escorted safely out of the country. His administration failed miserably to accomplish this important goal, and now hundreds if not thousands may lose their lives in the cruel and vindictive hands of the Taliban.”

“As the Sacramento region mourns the loss of lives, including that of Roseville’s own Marine Sgt. Nicole Gee, we must speak out and push back against the Biden Administration’s gross inadequacies and outright lies to the American people.”

“Sacramento has a large Afghan community, and we are in solidarity with the families who were anxiously watching the bungled exit. Now, many may never see their family members and friends who were left behind.”

“The U.S. soldiers who fought to protect the Afghan people over the past twenty years gave them a reprieve from what we now see unfolding. They should stand proud of their service in this war-torn country, and we thank them for their sacrifice. We can’t help but to believe this botched retreat from Afghanistan could have gone differently if Biden had followed the plan left by President Trump’s administration. Trump made that agreement from a position of strength. Now, terrorists throughout the world know the USA is unwilling to use the resources we have available to us to defend our allies, and therefore ourselves. The Taliban does not belong in the 21st Century, and should not be acknowledged as a legitimate government, and Joe Biden and Kamala Harris do not belong in the White House as the leaders of the once greatest nation on earth.”

SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan and others discuss the opening of the RNC Convention.

August 24, 2020 on Insight – Link to interview.

SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan weighs in with local Sacramento politicians on the choice of Kamala Harris as Vice President.

https://www.facebook.com/SacCountyGOP/videos/890323118143808/

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SacCountyGOP Chair Betsy Mahan discusses the Presidential Primary on Super Tuesday.

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Sacramento County Republican Central Committee Votes to Expel Jeffrey Perrine

Sacramento, Calif.— (Feb. 17, 2021)—During its February 17 meeting, the Sacramento County Republican Party Central Committee voted in support of the executive committee’s recommendation to expel member Jeffery Perrine. The expulsion recommendation is in response to Mr. Perrine’s desire to maintain membership in an organization despite his views and actions being categorically inconsistent with the values of the Republican Party.

“We took this action very seriously,” said Sacramento County Republican Central Committee Chair Betsy Mahan. “We had to give consideration to the impact of Mr. Perrine’s behavior on our Party during a volatile time in our country’s history.”

Sacramento County Republican Party Treasurer and Natomas Unified School District Trustee Micah Grant, who made the motion to remove Perrine, issued the following statement in response to the committee’s vote to expel Perrine:

“Mr. Perrine’s beliefs, actions, and public statements are woefully out of touch with true conservative values and were a slap in the face to Republicans everywhere who are deeply embedded in their communities. I’m proud the committee took the necessary action to remove this individual.”

Under state law, any member of a political party may run for Central Committee. In Mr. Perrine’s race, there were equal amounts of candidates and seats available, so a vote did not take place and he was not on the March 2020 ballot.

During its February meeting, the Central Committee also adopted a resolution denouncing all groups that call for hate or violence against government officials, buildings, law enforcement, places of business and worship, or neighborhoods.

For more information about the Sacramento County GOP, visit SacCountyGOP.com

CapRadio – October 8, 2018
The candidates for Governor debated on public radio on October 8, and Sacramento-based CapRadio with Beth Ruyak had local political representatives on her show to recap the debate. Betsy Mahan’s comments can be found late in the program in a segment that starts with Mike Madrid of Grassroots Lab (43:00) and Betsy’s comments begin at 43:50, followed by Mayor Steinberg. Listen to the entire recap at this link.

Listen to the Debate at this link.

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