Announcements - November 22, 2023
Two candidates announce re-election campaigns and our next meeting
Aaron Aylward Announces Re-election campaign for District 6 House
“Aaron Aylward has just announced his intention to seek re-election to the South Dakota State House, where he has served since 2020. Aaron has lived in Harrisburg for over 10 years with his wife Callie, and two sons, Jax and Kade. Living only a 1/4 mile east of where his family homesteaded many years ago. For his regular day to day work, Aaron is a Recruiter for Raven Industries in Sioux Falls, and his wife has been a middle school teacher for 15 years. His boys attend elementary school in the Harrisburg School District.
Over the last three years, he has voted to protect life, protect gun rights, and to reduce the tax burden on the people of District 6. He’s also pushed to keep spending under control and to protect property rights.
“It’s been a great privilege helping represent the people of District 6. I’d be extremely thankful for your support in this next election and I’ll continue to work hard to protect the God given rights of the people in this great district.”
If you’d like to reach out with questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to: aaron.aylward@sdlegislature.gov OR 605-203-1061”
Karla Lems Announces Re-election Bid for District 16 House
I am announcing my intention to run for re-election to the SD House of Representatives. There is an anticipation to continue the work that I have started. The last year has been so rewarding, but also full of challenges. I have represented you with honesty and integrity. The upholding of my oath to the Constitution is ever before me.
The pressing issues of our day are not lost on South Dakota. I am cognizant of protecting our way of life, while also embracing progress. It is a delicate balance. As I heard from some of you during the last year, I have tried to respond to your concerns. Here is a reminder of what I stand for:
LIFE (100%) SMALL BUSINESS/ENTREPRENEURSHIP
EDUCATION (LOCAL CONTROL) TRANSPARENCY IN GOVERNMENT
ELECTION INTEGRITY LIMITED GOVERNMENT
HUNTING/TRAPPING PROPERTY RIGHTS
HEALTH FREEDOM AGRICULTURE
STATE’S RIGHTS 2ND AMENDMENT PROTECTION
“America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves.” — President Abraham Lincoln
I look forward to visiting with many of you in the coming days, weeks and months. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with questions or concerns. My email is karla.lems@sdlegislature.gov.
To Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness,
Representative Karla Lems
There is no meeting on Thursday the 23rd. Happy Thanksgiving!
Patriot Ripple Effect’s Sioux Falls Chapter will have its next meeting on Thursday December 14th
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