ENDORSEMENTS
TRUMP-ENDORSED CANDIDATE FOR ARIZONA GOVERNOR
KARI LAKE ENDORSES STEVE ZIPPERMAN FOR ARIZONA SENATE
The Trump-backed candidate for Arizona governor endorsed constitutional conservative Steve Zipperman for Arizona State Senate. Kari Lake was a former anchor for Fox 10 News in Phoenix and became a symbol of truth in journalism when she walked away from the mainstream media despite being number one in the ratings for more than two decades.
Kari Lake wrote this about Steve Zipperman;
“Steve Zipperman and I share the same ideals and approaches that will make Arizona free, safe, and prosperous, as represented by my own policies. As an America First candidate, Steve understands that our country and State have reached a turning point, resulting in either failure or a return to greatness. We must choose greatness. As a State Senator, he will serve the people of Yavapai and Coconino Counties well.”
This endorsement comes after Zipperman filed his petitions with the Arizona Secretary of State’s office to appear on the Republican ballot for LD-1. Steve Zipperman had this to say in response to his endorsement by Kari Lake;
“I am honored that true conservative Kari Lake has endorsed me to become the next State Senator for the great state of Arizona. Kari and I both agree that Arizona needs to move in a new, more conservative direction driven by America first policies. The soul of this nation is under attack by radical leftists. In the Arizona Senate, I will work tirelessly alongside patriots like Kari Lake to restore the soul of this nation and make Arizona great.”
Breaking News: Congressman Paul Gosar ENDORSES Steve Zipperman for State Senate
"I officially ENDORSE Steve Zipperman for State Senate. Steve Zipperman is a proven conservative, an outsider, and a military veteran. Steve Zipperman will work with me to finish President Trump's wall and deport illegal immigrants. Please join me, Kari Lake, and Wendy Rogers in endorsing Steve Zipperman for State Senate" - Congressman Paul Gosar
Judy Burges
AZ House of Representatives
Representative Burges has served in the Arizona House of Representatives, representing LD-4. In 2012, Judy was then appointed to the State Senate by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. Representative Burges now serves LD-22 in the Arizona House of Representatives.
In response to his endorsement from Representative Burges, Steve Zipperman issued the following statement;
"I am honored that Judy Burges, a former LD-1 Senator and current Member of the House of Representatives, has decided to endorse my Arizona First campaign for State Senate. Judy is a fantastic legislator who has routinely upheld Conservative values as shown by her 2021 Conservative Excellence Award given to her by the American Conservative Union.
Judy has endorsed me because she knows I am the best, most conservative choice, for the people of Yavapai County, LD-1. When elected, I will routinely uphold Conservative values and always place Arizona First."
Wendy Rogers
AZ Senator
AZ MAGA
Arizona-First State
Conservatives For A Constitutional Republic (ConCR)
James Dutton
President of ConCR
Conservatives for a Constitutional Republic is dedicated to restoring our governmental system to the original intent of the United States Constitution, as well as, the Arizona Constitution. They believe in individual liberty and freedom sustained by limited civil government, lower taxes, a free market, a strong national defense and borders, strong families, sanctity of life, and a Constitutional Republic.
In order to accomplish this lofty goal, Conservatives for a Constitutional Republic supports candidates who truly share their vision.
In light of being endorsed by the group, Steve Zipperman issued the following statement;
“I am honored and thrilled beyond my ability to express myself at being endorsed by the Conservatives for a Constitutional Republic. As a student and teacher of the Constitution, my values are aligned directly with those of the group. Our Founding Fathers set into motion the best government ever created, and we need to return to their vision of what this country can, and should be. As a veteran, I will defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. In addition, I will serve the people of Arizona with one eye on the Arizona Constitution at all times. It borrows substantially from the U.S. Constitution, and I will diligently fight to follow each of these documents in the legislation that I promote and support. In addition, I will fight to protect the rights of the people from abuses by their government.”
The mission of the Great State Alliance is to protect and preserve the constitutional liberties of businesses, schools, churches, and communities.
The full list of 2022 Arizona endorsed candidates can be viewed below:
In response to this endorsement, the Steve Zipperman campaign issued the following statement;
“The Great State Alliance does tremendous work to ensure that our constitutional rights and liberties are protected by those in power. I am deeply honored to be among those chosen to receive this endorsement. Our constitutional rights and liberties are a crucial tenant of my campaign and in the Arizona Senate, I will strive to protect and defend the Constitution of The United States.”
As a constitutional conservative, Steve Zipperman is endorsed by other conservative organizations like The Arizona Free Enterprise Club, The Arizona Republican Assembly, Lions of Liberty, and The Arizona Constitutional Conservatives for Proper Government.
Arizona Constitutional Conservatives for Proper Government
*Committee for Constitutional Conservative Candidates
Steve Zipperman, America First Constitutional Conservative and candidate for the Arizona State Senate, garners still more support from, “ We the People.”
In accepting this endorsement, Mr. Zipperman stated, “It is an honor for me to receive this significant endorsement from the Arizona Constitutional Conservatives for Proper Government. Our joint commitment to standing strong in support of Constitutional principles is a pledge I am proud to uphold.”
Russell Pearce
Former President of The Arizona State Senate
Russell Pearce has spent most of his career defending our Republic and its citizens. Serving as the President of the Arizona State Senate, former Chief Deputy of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, and a judge, Russell Pearce is dedicated to defending the Rule of Law. Russell Pearce served as Chief Deputy for America's toughest Sheriff Joe Arpaio of the 4th largest Sheriff's office in the nation. Additionally, Russell Pearce has also authored multiple groundbreaking books.
Pearce also served 11 years in the Arizona Legislature including President of the Senate and 8 of those years as Appropriations Chairman promoting strong fiscal accountability in the process.
Steve Zipperman issued the following statement in response to his personal endorsement from Russell Pearce;
“Russell Pearce is a fierce conservative who has a long track record of serving our state and defending the Rule of Law. As a constitutional conservative and retired lawyer, defending the Rule of Law is one of the core tenants of my campaign. I am honored to receive this crucial endorsement from a strong conservative like Russell. We are each strong advocates for the Second Amendment! I look forward to serving the people of Arizona in the State Senate by promoting law and order, embracing the Rule of Law, and standing on principle.”
Richard Mack
Former Sheriff - Graham County, Arizona
Sheriff Mack served Graham County for two terms lasting from 1988 to 1997. During his tenure, Sheriff Mack successfully fought the federal government in the Supreme Court and challenged the constitutionality of the ‘Brady Bill.” Sheriff Mack has also received the NRA Law Officer of the Year award and was inducted into the NRA Hall of Fame.
Sheriff Mack then went on to found the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association. As part of a national organization, Sheriff Mack is proud to stand with those who have taken the oath, “To protect and to serve.” He acknowledges and understands the issues our peace officers encounter and is committed to offering solutions to these problems.
“Sheriff Mack knows first-hand just how intrusive and counterproductive the federal government can be, and how vigilant we all must be to prevent the federal government from violating our Constitutional rights,” Zipperman stated. “I am honored that Sheriff Mack has decided to endorse my candidacy for State Senate. Sheriff Mack endorses me because he knows I have the right values and vigor to fight an overreaching federal government from impeding the great work our police officers do” said Zipperman.
Jim O'Connor
Arizona Corporation Commissioner
After being endorsed by the Arizona Free Enterprise Club, Representative John Fillmore, and Trump-backed Kari Lake, Steve Zipperman announces another endorsement from Arizona Corporation Commissioner, Jim O’Connor.
Commissioner O’Connor is best known as the only statewide elected official in the State’s history to have won his seat as a “Write-In” candidate in the 2020 Republican Primary. He has served with distinction since taking the Oath of Office in January, 2021. His proudest decision on the Commission was sponsoring a rule prohibiting Arizona’s Public Service Companies from firing employees unwilling to take the vax; protecting utility workers from unconstitutional government mandates.
Jim served as President of the Arizona Republican Assembly in 2017, ran for AZGOP Chairman in January, 2017; served as a Member of the Electoral College in 2016 electing Donald J. Trump as President; served as Chairman of district 23 in Scottsdale & Fountain Hills 2015-16; and continues as a Precinct Committeeman & State Committeeman for his sixteenth year.
“Jim has a rich history of public service, and the amount of time he commits to protecting Arizona citizens is admirable.” Zipperman continued by saying he is “blessed to have received this endorsement from Commissioner O’Connor. Just like Jim, I will be a public servant who fights for the people.”
Randy Miller, State Director Of The Constitutional Sheriffs And Peace Officers Association
Randy Miller is a strong advocate for all Arizona peace officers and for keeping law and order within Arizona. Because of his strong belief in the good work our peace officers do daily, the necessity of upholding and supporting our constitutions by those with the badge and those in office, Mr. Miller is recognized as a champion for law enforcement, our Constitution, and states’ rights.
As part of a National organization Randy Miller to proud to stand with those who have taken the oath “To protect and to serve”. He acknowledges and understands the issues our peace officers encounter and is committed to offering solutions to these problems.
“Police officers are one of the pillars of our society and there is much required of them,” Zipperman stated. “I am pleased that, Randy Miller, has decided to endorse my candidacy for State Senate. As someone who has dedicated his life to serving our men and women in law enforcement, Randy knows exactly what type of legislator I will be when I am elected. Randy endorses me because he knows I have always and will always back the blue.” said Zipperman.
As rising crime rates plague Democrat-run cities and states, Steve Zipperman is looking to serve as a foil in the Arizona Senate against Leftist ideologies that seek to undermine the safety of Americans.
John Fillmore
Arizona State Representative
As support mounts on behalf of Steve Zippermans campaign for Arizona State Senate, Representative John Fillmore has announced his endorsement of Mr. Zipperman.
Representative Fillmore currently serves Arizona’s 16th House District. In the legislature, Fillmore represents the people of Casa Grande and Maricopa. As an America First representative, Fillmore served as a board member of the Copper Basin Chamber of Commerce, a former Rotarian, and founding member of the new Apache Junction Kiwanis. In addition, Rep. Fillmore also recently sat on the Board of Directors of the Arizona Hearth, Patio, & Barbecue Association, and he was their government liaison on environmental concerns.
Recently, Fillmore introduced an important election integrity bill, House Bill 2589. This bill would require all ballots to be counted by hand within 24 hours of the election date. With the introduction of this bill and numerous other election integrity-related bills, John Fillmore has solidified his position as a true America First legislator for Arizona.
“I am pleased that America First conservative John Fillmore has decided to endorse my like-minded campaign,” said Zipperman. “I have seen the good work John has done in the legislature to ensure election integrity. John is endorsing my campaign because he knows I will be a strong ally in the Arizona Senate and I will do everything in my power to ensure that our elections are secure and free from interference,” continued Zipperman.
Arizona Free Enterprise Club
The Mission of the Arizona Free Enterprise Club is Simple - Take A Principled, Aggressive Stand In Support Of Our Issues And Policies. Unlike Other Organizations In Arizona, The Free Enterprise Club Is Not Afraid To Stand Up To Powerful Politicians And Special Interest Groups That Want To Maintain The Status Quo. Learn More about the grassroots organization at azfree.org.
After receiving a slate of support from the Arizona Republican Assembly and Trump-backed Kari Lake, Constitutional Conservative Steve Zipperman has been endorsed by the Arizona Free Enterprise Club.
The Arizona Free Enterprise Club is one of the few organizations in the state dedicated to advancing pro-growth, and limited government policies in Arizona. Their mission of promoting economic freedom and a vibrant Arizona economy has led to several policy victories, including substantial income tax cuts, regulatory rollback to promote entrepreneurial growth and protection of our property rights and free speech. Additionally, the Club is the leader among free market organizations in realizing that substantial policy gains require taking on the establishment and supporting free market outsiders.
“The Arizona Free Enterprise Club knows the importance of getting government out of the way.” said Steve Zipperman. “In just 18 months, Joe Biden has virtually destroyed a booming economy through his excessive regulations and spend and forget policies. States all over the nation need strong conservative leaders, like myself, to take free market principles to heart and get our economy back on track.” Zipperman continued.
With the American economy on the brink of recession and inflation at an all-time high, strong constitutional conservative leaders like Steve Zipperman will get our economy back on track.
The Arizona First Caucus
Teresa Martinez
Arizona House of Representatives
District 11
Conservative Republican Teresa Martinez, representing Legislative District 11 in the Arizona House of Representatives, is announcing her endorsement of candidate Steve Zipperman for the Arizona State Senate. District 11 is located between Tucson and Phoenix.
Martinez was appointed by the Pinal Board of Supervisors to the House on October 27, 2021, to fill a vacant seat. At the time of her appointment, she was the Director of Coalitions and Hispanic Outreach for U.S. Rep Paul Gosar. Before working with Gosar, Martinez was the political director of the Arizona Republican Party.
Martinez describes herself as, “A pro-life, pro-gun, back the blue, protect our border, love America, protect our elections through election integrity conservative. I’m pro-business and pro-growth, she says, but want to make sure we have enough water and resources for future generations.”
After considering her options, Teresa is endorsing Steve Zipperman for the Arizona State Senate representing Legislative District (LD)-1, Yavapai County. “Our values and the issues we are concerned about align well. We are both Constitutional Conservatives, and we are concerned about future generations."
AZRA - The Arizona Republican Assembly - is pleased to announce today that Steve Zipperman has been endorsed for Arizona State Senator representing Legislative District 1 (Yavapai County). Mr Zipperman received a unanimous vote of endorsement at the Rim Country Chapter meeting on April 7 due to his clear and consistent allegiance to the Constitutional principles and personal integrity he has displayed in his daily life.
Mr Zipperman has lived his life in service to others. He took an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States when entering the US Army. He continues to live every day carrying out that oath and will pledge that Oath once again when sworn in as your Arizona State Senator.
Steve was trained in the medical field and was honored to serve our wounded military heroes at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. After his service in the military, Steve has exemplified excellence in both the Real Estate and Legal professions.
Since residing in Prescott, Steve has been an instructor for Constitutional Studies from Hillsdale College. Mr Zipperman is the Only candidate who has openly avowed his belief that the 2020 Presidential Election was stolen through fraud, and as a result, he has an unwavering commitment to implement effective statewide Election Integrity Reforms.
Steve is an active member of the Arizona Republican Assembly and demonstrates his commitment to Christian and Constitutional values as a principled America First and MAGA patriot. For more information, contact Phil Mason: gopphil@aol.com
John Gunby
Coach - Mentor - Instructor
SWPGA Hall of Fame Inductee
John Gunby has a long and prestigious list of awards and recognitions which are a testament to his great love of this country, it's people, and the game of golf. In 2011, John coordinated an annual Veteran’s Day fundraising golf tournament for the Wounded Warriors Foundation. He then initiated PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) and began a PGA HOPE Comedy Show to raise funds for the program.
For John’s many philanthropic initiatives, he received the Southwest Section PGA Patriot Award in 2019 for his dedication and tireless work for the well-being of others.
John Gunby's dedication and professionalism in his 40+ year golf career, earned him the 2013 Southwest Section PGA Golf Professional of the Year, and the 2017 AGA Champion of Golf Award recognizing his “Selfless lifetime service to the Game of Golf in Arizona.
Very rarely has an individual been inducted into both the Southwest Section PGA Hall of Fame and the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame, in the same year. Both organizations inducted John Gunby, Sr. in 2021, the highest honor that these two organizations can bestow.
Lions of Liberty
Who Are We?
We are a resolute nucleus of concerned, passionate conservative patriots who are determined to correct the course of our country which has been hijacked and undermined by global elites, communists, leftists, deep state bureaucrats, and fake news. The overwhelming perversions that dictate our world today must be rectified. The treason and war crimes must be held to the most severe consequences of accountability—We will NOT back down, give up or apologize for what we must do to win this fight.
Our Goals
To bring God back to our leadership and win this spiritual battle for the soul of our nation; To unite conservative groups; To expose and replace R I N O s ; To vet and support Candidates running for elected positions from local to national. They must be true to their constituents—or face dire consequences; To give people hope for the future and actionable strategies to engage the enemy; To restore and preserve the sanctity of this Republic and our voting system for the generations to come; To support and defend the Constitution and our God-given rights therein; And to this end, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our Sacred Honor.
The Board of LOL:
Lucas Cilano, Nick Cilano, James Johnson, Brian Mounsey, Bruce Mounsey
