The below is a clarifying outline from RPBC intended to address and correct misunderstandings or misinformation regarding the caucus process. It outlines the constitutional framework and procedural steps followed by RPBC in selecting delegates for District Caucus and State Convention, emphasizing adherence to the RPW State Constitution, the RPBC Constitution, and Robert’s Rules of Order. 

RELEVANT CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISIONS

1. The Republican Party of Wisconsin State Constitution (SC)
   1. SC calls for County Parties to hold delegate “elections” in order to “elect” delegates.
   2.  Article VIII – State Conventions and County Caucuses. SECTION 4. "Such delegates shall be elected by members in good standing of the Republican organization in each county at the regularly called County Caucus for the election of such delegates."

1. The RPBC Constitution (RC)
   1. Section 4.03: “The caucus… must include the election of delegates and alternates to the district caucus and state convention.”
   2. Section 6.02(B): “A delegate nominating committee (appointed and ratified) must prepare a list of nominees, which must be included in the caucus notice.”
   3. Section 5.04(E): “The executive committee is responsible for overseeing the delegate selection process to ensure a full slate of delegates and alternates may attend.” [emphasis mine]
      
      
2. Robert’s Rules of Order §46 Nominations and Elections; §46:30 Elections; §43:20 Decorum
   
   1. When voting for a number of offices or positions… the members are not obliged to vote for as many candidates as there are places to be filled
   2. If members do not wish certain persons to be elected, they can simply refrain from voting for them
   3. A candidate is elected only if they receive a majority vote, unless the rules allow a different threshold.
   4. Under RONR 43:20 questions must remain germane – meaning relevant to the “pending question.”  In the case of delegate elections, the pending question is who should represent the county, so questions about the nominee’s qualifications, intent, and approach to the role are allowed.

CONCLUSION

1. RPW’s Constitution, and RPBC Constitution explicitly requires an election.
2. Under Roberts' Rules, a candidate is only elected if they receive a majority vote
3. The executive committee’s duty under 5.04E is to facilitate a full slate via a fair process, not to override it by automatic appointment.  (This provision says we must ensure that a full slate "may" attend.  It does not mandate that a full slate "must" attend.)  Delegates must still be nominated and elected
4. Every member in good standing was given the opportunity to run in the election
5. Robert’s Rules affirms the right of members to:

• • Vote for fewer candidates than delegate slots available
  • Reject nominees they deem unqualified
  • Elect only by majority, unless bylaws state otherwise
  • Question and debate nominees before a vote

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 17, 2025

District 8 Caucus Concludes with Overwhelming Victory for New Leadership

After a tense and unprecedented series of events leading up to our March 15 District 8 Caucus, we are proud to announce that the caucus was successfully held, resulting in a decisive victory for Ken Sikora as District Chair, alongside Dean Neubert as Vice Chair, Dixon Wolfe as Secretary, and Myra Chand as Treasurer.

In the days before the caucus, the Credentials Committee issued a report recommending that three county delegations not be seated. The three affected counties disputed these findings, expressing serious concerns that the committee made its recommendations without any due process or contact with the affected counties. The counties further argued that their delegations—representing nearly half of the district’s total delegates—would be unfairly disenfranchised, thereby depriving their members of their fundamental right to vote.

Upon review, the District Executive Committee unanimously found that the Credentials Committee had not met properly - failing to obtain the quorum required to conduct official business. As a result, the committee’s report was ruled invalid, and no official report was ever made.  As it was the unanimous decision of the Executive Committee that the “recommendation” of the Credentials Committee was null and void, the three affected counties were prepared to go forward by the rules and accept whatever the outcome would be. 

Unfortunately, there were people in District leadership who still insisted that our delegates were to be improperly banned from participation in the caucus. 

As a result, on Friday three counties and two delegates—both currently-serving County Sheriffs—sought legal intervention. State law requires that any District Caucus be conducted according to the RPW Constitution, which clearly requires that any delegates submitted five days prior to the caucus must be seated and allowed to vote, and no one else. A judge issued a temporary restraining order simply requiring the District to follow the law. Nothing more, nothing less.

The day of the caucus began with an attempt by some counties to adjourn the event, even after hundreds of dedicated delegates had traveled from across the district to participate. An Executive Committee meeting was then called to deliberate on whether to proceed with the caucus. Thankfully, after over an hour of intense discussion—and with delegates demanding their right to vote—the county parties voted to hold the caucus. Once the decision was made, all counties participated and the caucus moved forward as planned.

The final vote for district leadership was clear and resounding:

• Ken Sikora — 623 votes
• Stephanie Soucek — 373 votes

We congratulate Ken Sikora and the newly elected leadership team, and we thank Stephanie Soucek for her service to the District. 

We acknowledge and sincerely apologize to our delegates for the turmoil they endured. This process was marked by unnecessary conflict, but in the end, the rules and the law prevailed.

Now, it’s time to come together. With the April 1 election just weeks away, our focus must shift to defeating the Democrats and ensuring Republican victories across the district. Under new leadership, District 8 has the opportunity to become the most impactful district in the state—by leveraging resources, technology, and grassroots efforts to maximize Republican turnout.

We encourage all members to stay engaged, get involved, and learn more about the party’s processes. Greater understanding leads to greater transparency and smoother, more professional resolutions to future disputes. Regardless of the outcome of any internal election, our ultimate mission remains the same: winning elections.

“Forward!”

-The Republican Party of Brown County

Election Integrity Update

We successfully navigated the Spring Primary Election, achieving great success through the dedicated efforts of the Election Integrity Team. Thanks to your support, we had an unprecedented number of observers for a primary election, allowing us to address over 60 issues.

As we look ahead to the April 1st election, your continued involvement is crucial to safeguarding the integrity of our electoral process. Now more than ever, we must remain vigilant to protect Wisconsin from policies that threaten our values. The April election carries significant influence, and we need your help to ensure it is conducted lawfully and transparently. 

To schedule an observing shift, please email [email protected] or contact RPBC at [email protected]

War Room Report

As we continue to follow up on reports from the February 18th Primary, we have worked to resolve a plethora of issues that were reported by our teams on the ground. Across the state, we were able to address issues including: observer access, machine issues, and ballot remaking processes. Having eyes on these matters ensured that Republicans across the state had access to view their election processes and ensure that all votes were justly and lawfully counted. Thank you again to everyone on the ground who contributed to the February efforts, we truly appreciate your dedication.

Training Information

Due to technical issues with Zoom, we have had to remake all of our training links. Rest assured that our regular training schedule will resume this Tuesday and that trainings will continue through April 1st. However, if you have already registered for any dates following 2/18 you will need to re-register for all upcoming trainings with the new links found below. I hope you can join us for one of our upcoming training workshops on:  

February 25th @ 6pm via Zoom (RSVP) — [Election Observer & Workers]

February 28th @ 12pm via Zoom (RSVP)— [Early Voting + Primary Follow-up Q&A]

*Additional training dates can be found on the WisGOP Events Page 

Election Integrity In The News

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Spectrum News

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Republican Party of Wisconsin

Reporting Resources

Online Reporting Form — Phone: (414) 441-4033— Observer Guide

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Jenna Banfield

Wisconsin Election Integrity Director 

[email protected]

Setting The Record Straight:  Our Delegate Election Process

Lately, there have been accusations that our organization has been excluding or blocking delegates. These claims are simply not true. We have followed our Constitution and Bylaws to the letter, ensuring a fair and transparent process for delegate selection.

What the Constitution Says

Section 4.03 of our Constitution mandates that elections for delegates and alternates to the District Caucus and State Convention take place at the Annual County Caucus- which is exactly what we have done.

Section 6.02(b) calls for a Delegate Nominating Committee to be appointed by the Chair and ratified by the Executive Committee. This committee is responsible for nominating delegates and alternates, and the list of nominees is included in the official Caucus notice for members to review.

Article VIII, Section 4 of the Republican Party State Constitution also explicitly states that delegates must be elected by members in good standing at the County Caucus.

No One Has Been Excluded - We Follow the Rules

Any member in good standing - even those not present at the caucus - was allowed to be nominated from the floor and voted on by the members.   

Every delegate and alternate has been elected through the process outlined in our governing documents. If someone was not elected, it is not because they were “blocked” - it is because they did not receive a majority of votes from the members present at the Caucus.

Our priority is fairness and integrity, and we are committed to following the Constitution that governs us. If there are concerns, we encourage constructive discussion based on facts - not misinformation.

We stand by the process and will continue working to ensure our organization operates transparently and in accordance with our rules.

The Republican Party of Brown County

Written by Josh Stauff

RPBC's response to a letter from RPW alleging a violation:

Yesterday, August 7th, 2024, RPBC filed the following complaint against the City of Green Bay. The complaint was filed after our poll observers were denied access to a room, currently being used for in-person early voting and central counting, which appears to be at least partially under construction raising concerns that the room may not be permitted for occupancy. Despite reports that Green Bay has said the room is properly permitted, no response has been received providing the documentation requested.  

We are appalled by the recent attempted assassination of President Donald Trump, which tragically resulted in the death of one man and the injury of other innocent individuals.

This horrific event underscores the urgent need to address and confront the culture of hostility that has taken root in our society, and unequivocally denounce the disturbing trend of leftist celebrities and politicians imagining violence against President Trump and Republicans. Just this week President Biden said that “Trump is in the bullseye.”  

If we are to remain a nation, we must reject the normalization of political violence and reaffirm our commitment to civil discourse and representative government.

We must now transform our anger to political action and re-elect President Trump and Republicans down the ticket to restore civil liberties and earn back the American people’s respect for our institutions.   Click here to join RPBC to BE that difference.

~The Republican Party of Brown County

Being a member of the Republican Party of Brown County empowers you to actively participate in shaping the future of our community and country.  By continuing your membership, you contribute to the promotion of conservative values, support local candidates who align with these principles, and advocate for policies that strengthen our economy, security, and individual freedoms.  Your involvement helps ensure fair elections, fosters community engagement, and provides opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. 

As we approach the renewal period for your membership with The Republican Party of Brown County, we would like to take a moment to highlight the vital work your support makes possible as we strive to keep Brown County Red:

Supporting Local Candidates:  

Candidate Recruitment - Identify and recruit qualified individuals to run for local office
Campaign Assistance - Provide strategic guidance, campaign planning, and resources to candidates
Voter Guide – Assemble and publicize lists of preferred local candidates and referendum guidance
Fundraising – We must compete with Democrats who are pouring money into local races
Voter Registration Drives - Conduct initiatives to register new voters

Championing Election Integrity: 

Poll Monitoring - Recruit and train poll watchers to ensure legal voting practices are followed
Educational Campaigns - Inform public about voting and the importance of legal election practices
Advocacy - Support policies and legislation that enhance election security and transparency

Hosting Events: 

Forums – Events where candidates, elected officials, and thought leaders interact with constituents
Community Engagement - Social and community service events to increase our visibility and involvement
Fundraisers - Organize events to raise money for our activities and candidates

Staffing a Full-Time Office:  

Resource Center - Provide materials, information, and support for our members and candidates Administrative Support - Manage daily operations, including communication, scheduling, and financial management for the party
Volunteer Coordination - Recruit, train, and organize volunteers for various activities
Outreach Center - Serve as a point of contact for constituents seeking information or assistance

Additional Activities:

Communication - Manage social media, newsletters, and press releases to keep the public informed
Coalition Building - Collaborate with other organizations and groups to broaden our support and resources
Policy Development - work on local policy proposals and platforms that reflect the party's values and goals

Join us to be a part of the change you wish to see and help build a stronger, more prosperous America.

Doug Reich, Chairman

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