Delivering Real Results
Plan, Execute, Adjust, Deliver...
One of the proudest moments in my years of fighting for limited government came in early 2026 when Kansas finally passed SCR 1604 — our state’s formal application for a Convention of States under Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
This resolution calls on Congress to convene a convention of the states, under Article V of the U.S. Constitution, to propose amendments that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit its power and jurisdiction, and place term limits on federal officials. After years of hard work, SCR 1604 cleared the Kansas Senate in 2025 on a strong vote. Then, following a decisive federal court ruling in the case Thompson v. Masterson, the Kansas House of Representatives passed it on a simple majority vote in January 2026.
That victory wasn’t luck. It was the result of a carefully executed, six-year plan I helped design and lead. I introduced the resolution in the Senate Federal and State Affairs Committee. I recruited plaintiffs (at the time, Rep. Mike Murphy and Sen. Mike Thompson), coordinated legislative timing with judicial deadlines, and built the legal and grassroots strategy that made the court victory possible. It took tenacity, coordination between grassroots activists, legislative leaders, and legal experts — but we got it done.
This success in Kansas stands as a crowning jewel of my legislative experience. It showed what’s possible when you combine deep knowledge of the process with unwavering commitment to constitutional principles.
My work didn’t stop at the Kansas border. As Regional Director for Convention of States, I was instrumental in helping pass the exact same legislation in Nebraska, Oklahoma, Missouri, Texas, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Over that same period, I worked on the ground in South Dakota, Wyoming, Michigan, Iowa, and Montana, giving me hands-on experience in more than a dozen states. I learned the legislative process inside and out — and more importantly, I learned the political dynamics that actually move bills across the finish line.
Whether it was building coalitions, timing key votes, navigating committee hurdles, or turning grassroots energy into real legislative wins, these battles sharpened my ability to get things done even when the odds seem stacked against us.
Now, as I consider running for Geary County Commission, I want to bring that same proven experience and determination home to serve our community. County government may operate on a smaller scale than the statehouse or a national movement, but the principles are the same: respect the taxpayers, protect local rights, cut wasteful spending, and deliver practical results without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Property taxes, job growth done the right way, and supporting our military families in Geary County all require leaders who know how to build coalitions, execute smart strategies, and fight for conservative outcomes. The skills I used to help deliver SCR 1604 — and to advance the same cause across multiple states — are exactly the kind of leadership Geary County needs on the commission to help plan and deliver real results for our community.
If you want a commissioner who has a track record of turning big ideas into real victories, please tell me. I’d love to hear your thoughts as I continue listening in District 1. Feel free to reach out or connect with me at dave@dave4ks.com.