In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews analyze the recent Trump-Biden presidential debate. President Trump's composed, issue-focused performance starkly contrasts President Biden's apparent incoherence and confusion.

Biden consistently finds it challenging to present coherent arguments and concentrate, implying that he is unfit for the office. Trump's performance reassured his supporters while speaking directly on significant issues, compared to Biden, who seemed unable to counter him effectively.

This episode ends with both co-hosts expressing hope about President Trump's campaign gaining momentum and its impact on other Republicans seeking office in 2024. 

In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews celebrate significant milestones and discuss the politics of the state of Minnesota. The episode begins with the announcement that the Republican Party of Minnesota is debt-free for the first time in over a decade, a feat achieved through successful fundraising efforts, including a significant dinner event with President Trump.

They highlight the unity within the party and contrast it with the internal divisions facing the Minnesota Democrats, particularly regarding ideological splits and declining voter enthusiasm.

The episode also underscores the importance of voter turnout and grassroots efforts, with Hann and Mathews urging local party units to engage in door-knocking and phone banking to mobilize Republican voters. Hann and Mathews conclude this episode with an optimistic outlook for the upcoming elections, emphasizing the growing support for Republicans in Minnesota.

In this episode, Anna Mathews, the party's executive director, is joined by multiple guests, including Joy Orvis, AK Kamara, Emily Novotny Chance, and Amanda Hughes, who are candidates to be members of the Republican National Committee from Minnesota. The episode touches on personal stories from the guests about their political journeys, reflections on influential political figures, and their own experiences within the party. The overarching theme is the importance of active participation, strategic communication, and personal connections in political advocacy and party leadership. This episode captures personal reflections and strategic discussions on broadening the party's appeal and impact in Minnesota.

In this episode, David Hann, chairman of the Minnesota Republican Party, and Anna Mathews, the party's executive director, are joined by their first guest - former Senator Michelle Benson - who has chaired the party's constitution and bylaws committee. The episode discusses the upcoming proposals set to be presented at the state convention, focusing on the need to streamline the Republican Party's constitution to reflect core principles better and enhance the party's functionality. Senator Benson highlights the committee's effort to distill the party platform into a set of broader principles that are inclusive yet representative of the party's core values. This reformation aims to make the party's processes more efficient and the party itself a more attractive option for candidates, donors, and activists. The discussion emphasizes the importance of these changes in helping the party focus on winning elections and governance rather than internal disputes.

In this episode, David Hann, chairman of the Minnesota Republican Party, and Anna Mathews, the party's executive director, tackle the resurgence and appeal of communism and socialism within the Democratic Party, particularly among its younger demographics and city councils, like Minneapolis.

They discuss how these ideologies are becoming mainstream within the party, citing the election of candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialist Party to the Minneapolis City Council and the influence of socialist-aligned caucuses in the state legislature.

The episode critically examines the practical implications of socialist policies, such as minimum wage laws affecting Uber and Lyft's operations and the broader ideological shift towards government control and away from individual freedoms.

Hann and Mathews express concern over the growing acceptance of these ideologies, attributing it to a lack of historical awareness and education. They also emphasize the importance of individual choice and market freedom as foundational to the American system.

In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews have a discussion centered on internal party issues and updates related to the Otter Tail County precinct caucuses.

They provide background on long-standing tensions within Otter Tail County, particularly allegations of "padding the caucus list" in 2022, where names were allegedly added to delegate lists after caucus night without proper election. They explain the state party's inability to intervene due to a lack of evidence.

For the 2024 caucuses, new procedures were implemented. Still, controversy arose when Otter Tail County's caucus attendees reportedly voted out the official convener, deviated from recommended procedures, and failed to follow proper documentation protocols. They detail how this led to confusion and complaints, forcing state party leadership to review the evidence.

Ultimately, the party concluded that no legitimate election of delegates had occurred, resulting in a decision to maintain the 2022 delegate list as active until valid successors are elected. The episode underscores transparency, procedural integrity, and the challenges of managing local party operations.

In this episode, David Hann, chairman of the Minnesota Republican Party, and Anna Mathews, the party's executive director, discuss the complexities surrounding the Otter Tail County Republican Caucuses. 

They detail the disputes and misinformation that have arisen, focusing on how a faction dissatisfied with the local Republican party leadership took over the caucus process, leading to procedural noncompliance and chaos. 

This episode underscores the challenges of local political organizations and the importance of adherence to established processes to ensure fair and transparent operations within the party structure.

In this episode, David Hann, chairman of the Minnesota Republican Party, and Anna Mathews, the party's executive director, discuss the outcomes and implications of the recent presidential primary held on March 5th.

They highlight the increased voter turnout for the Republican primary compared to four years ago, and contrast it with the significantly lower turnout of Democratic voters for their candidate, suggesting a lack of enthusiasm among Democrats in Minnesota. 

The episode further explores the internal divisions within the Democratic Party, particularly concerning the Israel-Palestine conflict, and critiques President Biden's performance and popularity.

They also mention Dean Phillips' candidacy and the uncommitted vote movement as indicators of Democratic discontent. Additionally, the episode covers Nikki Haley's campaign efforts and her appeal to suburban and moderate voters. The conversation concludes with insights into the Republican National Committee's new leadership under Michael Watley, with a focus on election integrity, and Laura Trump's role as co-chair. 

Hann and Mathews emphasize the importance of volunteer efforts and voter mobilization leading up to the November election, portraying it as a critical opportunity for the Republican Party in Minnesota.

In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews from the Minnesota Republican Party discuss the lawsuit filed by the DFL to remove the major party status of a rival political party and highlight changes in the law affecting party status qualifications.

Hann and Mathews criticize these changes as politically motivated to disadvantage opponents, particularly targeting the Legal Marijuana Now Party. The episode also touches on internal party controversies, emphasizing the importance of transparency, accountability, and unity within the Republican Party as they prepare for upcoming elections.

In this episode, Chairman David Hann and Executive Director Anna Mathews continue their discussion on Minnesota politics, focusing on recent polling results and their implications for the Republican Party.

They delve into public sentiment regarding economic issues, taxation, and legislative actions, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with the Minnesota Democrats. 

The episode also covers strategies for mobilizing Republican voters in light of these polling insights, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and voter turnout efforts to capitalize on the prevailing public discontent ahead of upcoming elections.