Endorsements
Lion Leadership Fund is committed to investing early in thoroughly vetted candidates seeking public office at the state and local levels in key districts across the country. We seek out and proudly support individuals who believe in the sanctity of public service – the responsibility inherent in the position to act in the best interest of their communities without shying away from tough issues or decisions and working across the aisle to find the best solutions when needed.
Michigan
(July 29, 2024) — Today Lion Leadership Fund (LLF), a new national 527 political organization dedicated to electing principled and pragmatic Republican public leaders at the state and local levels, endorsed four candidates in Michigan’s primary election taking place on Tuesday, August 6, 2024:
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Jennifer Wortz for House District 35
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George Lucas for House District 38
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Kathy Schmaltz for House District 46
HD 34
Nancy Jenkins-Arno
Michigan needs Constitutional conservatives fighting for what is right in Lansing, and Nancy Jenkins-Arno will be one of those leaders. She is a fierce advocate for upholding the Constitution, standing up for our rights, and making sure we the people of Michigan are truly being represented.
On Tuesday, do your part by voting for Nancy Jenkins-Arno in this year’s Republican primary for House District 34.
Learn more about Nancy Jenkins-Arno at www.NancyJenkinsArno.com.
HD 38
George Lucas
George Lucas is a strong conservative leader with an unmatched commitment to economic development and educational excellence. His strategic thinking and ability to bring people together make him the right choice for HD38. We are confident that George will work tirelessly to create opportunities and drive Michigan and his district in the right direction.
Learn more about George Lucas at www.ElectLucas.com.
HD 35
Jennifer Wortz
As Washington gets more and more extreme, we must stand up for conservative values in Lansing. Jennifer Wortz is your candidate for State Representative who will do just that. Hard work, lower taxes, and a government that stays out of our business.
And here’s the best part - she’s not a politician. Jennifer is just a Patriot who saw a problem and stood up. Jennifer Wortz is on the ballot this Tuesday and needs your support. Let's send her to the Legislature to fight for us.
Learn more about Jennifer Wortz at www.JenniferWortz.com.
Incumbent HD 46
Kathy Schmaltz
Representative Kathy Schmaltz is District 46’s common sense voice in the Michigan Legislature, and her mission is simple: Fight inflation everyday and make sure your money stays in your pockets. Rep. Schmaltz knows the way to a successful future for us is through strong public safety, economic development, and prioritizing our childrens’ education.
Help ensure that Michigan heads in the right direction by voting for Rep. Kathy Schmaltz in this year’s Republican primary for HD 46.
Learn more about Rep. Kathy Schmaltz at www.KathySchmaltz.com.
Montana
(June 3, 2024) — Today Lion Leadership Fund (LLF), a new national 527 political organization dedicated to electing principled and pragmatic Republican public leaders at the state and local levels, endorsed four candidates in Montana’s primary election taking place tomorrow, June 4, 2024:
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Incumbent Courtenay Sprunger for House District 7
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Incumbent Llew Jones for House District 18
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Challenger Mary Ann Nicholas for House District 70
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Incumbent Michele Binkley for House District 85
Incumbent HD18
Llew Jones
Representative Llew Jones is District 18’s common sense voice in the Montana Legislature, and his mission is simple: Fight inflation every day and make sure your money stays in your pockets. Born and raised in Montana, Rep. Jones knows the way to a successful future for us is through economic development, protecting our children, energy dominance, and practical environmental responsibility.
Tomorrow, do your part in keeping Montana free and prosperous by voting for Rep. Llew Jones in this year’s Republican primary for House District 18!
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Learn more at www.VoteLlewJones.com.
Incumbent HD 85
Michele Binkley
Montana needs Constitutional conservatives fighting for what is right in Helena, and Representative Michele Binkley is one of those leaders. She is a fierce advocate for upholding the Constitution, standing up for our God-given rights, and making sure we the people of Montana are truly being represented.
And here’s the best part — she’s not a politician. Michele is just a patriot who saw a problem and stood up. Rep. Binkley is on the ballot tomorrow in House District 85 and needs your support. Let's send her back to keep fighting for us in the Legislature.
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Learn more at www.BinkleyforMontana.com.
HD 70
Mary Ann Nicholas
For Mary Ann Nicholas, problem-solving comes naturally. As a mother, business owner, and attorney, finding common sense solutions to everyday problems is a no-brainer, and now, she wants to take that skillset to the Montana State House.
Having grown up in Southwest Montana, Mary Ann and her family have dedicated their lives to bettering their community, and years later, she seeks to bring that dedication and commitment to the Montana Legislature.
Tomorrow, vote for the conservative candidate who will bring common sense solutions to the State House. Vote for Mary Ann Nicholas for House District 70!
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Learn more at www.MaryAnnforMontana.com.
Incumbent HD 7
Courtenay Sprunger
As Representative, Courtenay Sprunger has been laser-focused on fighting for what matters most: Making sure the government is limited and works on infrastructure, public safety, housing, and education. She is a fifth generation resident of the Flathead Valley and is a fierce advocate for the way of life and values that have made our state great.
Rep. Sprunger is on the ballot in the Republican primary for House District 7 and needs your help to keep fighting for a brighter future in Montana. Please cast your ballot for Rep. Sprunger tomorrow!
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Learn more at www.CourtenayforKalispell.com.