The Rational Republican

James and Nick welcome two Young Republican extraordinaires to the podcast, Calvin Bennet and Tanner Elliot, to discuss the 2024 election results.

Rep Diehl (pronounced "deal") represents HD17 southeast of Salem.

Aimee Reiner is a long-time activist who got started in her political career during the COVID lockdowns, caring for her special-needs son.

John Masterman is a small business owner running for the State House in HD 48 which includes Damascus, SE Portland, and parts of Gresham

Paul Drechsler (pronounced Drexler) is running for HD50 in east Multnomah County. This is a D+4 district and very winnable, and Paul is the guy to do it.

James and Nick welcome Bri Hall, the only registered Independent at a Young Republicans debate watch party, to give a reaction to the September 10th presidential debate.

Jake Mead is a small business owner in HIllsboro, running for City Council. I (James) have known Jake for several years and he's the real deal, be sure not to skip this one!

Andrew Morrison is a former alleged city councilor for the City of Damascus, OR and most recently a candidate for HD48. He was unsuccessful in his Primary, but I don't think we've seen the end of Andrew

Terry Tipsord has been an involved member of his community for over 40 years and now he's running for HD49 to continue serving in the Legislature.

Darcey Edwards is a life-long resident of Washington County and is running for House District 31. We talk land use and how Oregon can be more business-friendly.