I attended the Republican Women’s brunch this morning, which provided the opportunity to meet the candidates. The local GOP Chair and his wife objected to my attendance at the event on the basis of their definition of “good standing” but were overruled by the organizers, who welcomed all the Republican candidates. Each candidate had the opportunity to give a two-minute speech. The event was well-organized and informative. I was grateful for the opportunity.
I opted out of involvement with the local GOP “leadership” when they advocated for fast-tracking a “Government Owned and Operated Music Venue.” Despite assurances to the contrary, the only public meetings the elected officials held on the desirability of this project were at the meetings where they voted to approve the project. And, they could not vote fast enough. From a conservative perspective, this act would be in violation of what is considered a policy “Not in Good Standing” with Conservative Principles. Background information on the process: GUEST OPINION_ Time will tell what music center’s impact will be – Brown County Democrat
Qualifications for a Candidate – State Law.
- Two recent votes in the primary. I consistently identify as a Republican in the primaries.
- If you do not meet the primary rule, then the local party Chair decides if a candidate is a “Republican in Good Standing.” The local GOP challenged my candidacy not on the basis of state law but on what “they“ defined as “good standing.” Their challenge was denied by the Election Board. They do have the option of lobbying for a change in the state law that has been recently upheld by the Indiana Supreme Court.
Additional Information – My Position – Options for the Brown County Music Center
The Bowmans not supporting you could be in your favor Tim. It is past time for them to be gone!