A Message to NEGOP State Convention Delegates

One of the many important tasks you’ll undertake as a delegate is vote for our next Republican National Committeeman and National Committeewoman.   Each state and U.S. territory has 3 representatives on the 168-member Republican National Committee:  State Chairman, National Committeeman and National Committeewoman.   I’ve served on the RNC since my election as NEGOP State Chairman in January 2009, and our current National Committeeman (Pete Ricketts) and National Committeewoman (De Carlson) recently announced they will not seek reelection.   After Pete’s announcement, I discussed my desire to serve as National Committeeman with my family and a number of Republican leaders, including Gov. Dave Heineman and former 20-year National Committeeman Duane Acklie, and with their encouragement and support announced my candidacy for this position.

What does a National Committeeman do?  In my opinion the National Committeeman should focus on: (1) fundraising for the NEGOP and RNC; (2) representing Nebraska’s interests on the RNC; and (3) assisting the NEGOP Chairman in outreach and other efforts.  I’ve spent the last 3 years getting to know the NEGOP’s larger donors, and it would be unfortunate to end my chairmanship in early 2013 and throw away the goodwill we’ve built up.  Also, I’ve developed a personal friendship with RNC Chairman Reince Priebus and he’s already tasked me with several important responsibilities, including serving on the RNC Committee on Contests for the 2012 National Convention.  As your National Committeeman I would hope to continue to foster those relationships for the benefit of the NEGOP.

Why should we elect Mark Fahleson?  I’ve had the pleasure of serving as your Chairman since January 2009, and my current term will end in early 2013.  If I’m not elected, Nebraska will lose all of its seniority on the RNC with the departure of De (47^th in seniority), Pete (73^rd) and myself (110^th).  Many important decisions on the RNC are based on seniority.  By continuing to serve, Nebraska will have an established member on the RNC with the seniority to be involved in the decisions that matter to the NEGOP and its candidates. 

I would greatly appreciate your vote at State Convention! 

State Auditor Mike Foley Endorses Mark Fahleson for National Committeeman

I'm pleased to announce that State Auditor Mike Foley has endorsed my bid to serve as Nebraska's next Republican National Committeeman.

Auditor Foley has capably served our great state, first as the State Senator representing District 29, and since 2007 as Nebraska's 24th State Auditor. As Auditor, he has worked to root out waste in government, and established many innovative programs to save taxpayer dollars.

I'm especially appreciative of Auditor Foley's support given his tireless advocacy for life and the protection of the unborn--an interest we share.

Many thanks to Auditor Foley, Senator Mike Johanns, Governor Dave Heineman and the other Republican leaders who support my election on July 14 at the NEGOP State Convention in Grand Island.

Please follow me on Twitter (@fahleson) and Facebook. If you are interested in becoming involved in my campaign or the NEGOP, let me know by e-mailing me at mfahleson@gmail.com.

Nebraska Constitutional Officers Support Fahleson for National Committeeman

This week I was fortunate to receive the endorsement of three of Nebraska's outstanding constitutional officers:  Secretary of State John Gale, Attorney General Jon Bruning and State Treasurer Don Stenberg.

I have known and worked with all three gentlemen for a long, long time, both professionally as well as in our respective political capacities.  Secretary of State Gale, a former Nebraska Republican Party Chairman himself, hails from North Platte and understands what role the National Committeeman must play in working for all Nebraskans.  Attorney General Jon Bruning is a conservative hero in Nebraska and throughout the nation for his efforts to have ObamaCare declared unconstitutional (soon we will be thanking him once again once the Court issues its decision this month).  State Treasurer Don Stenberg is a Republican stalwart, fighting for conservative principles in each and every endeavor he has undertaken. 

I am very, very grateful to have their support in my bid to become Nebraska's next Republican National Committeeman. 

National GOP Leader/Former NCM Duane Acklie Endorses Mark Fahleson

I have always had the utmost respect for Duane Acklie, an accomplished lawyer, successful businessman, and counselor to Republican presidents who honorably served as Nebraska's Republican National Committeeman.  I am especially grateful that Duane has endorsed my bid to serve in the position he held for 20 years:

"An articulate, focused, and driven National Committeeman is very important to Nebraska.  I have known Mark Fahleson since he graduated from law school.  He has the background, education, drive, and ability to serve Nebraska and our nation as Committeeman.  He is the most highly qualified and motivated person I know to be Republican National Committeeman for Nebraska. I am honored to join Senator Johanns, Governor Heineman, and others in endorsing Mark Fahleson."  The Honorable Duane Acklie 

President Romney: Day One

A Romney Presidency includes swift approval of the Keystone Pipeline blocked by Obama to curry favor with the radical environmentalists.   Our country is in need of leadership, and Obama has proven that he is, in the words of former President Clinton, an "amateur."

How to Become a Delegate to the Republican National Convention

If you live in Nebraska (i.e., not Bob Kerrey), are a Republican (i.e., not Bob Kerrey), and want to find out how to become a delegate to the Republican National Convention, read this week's edition of my Chairman's Report to find out the nitty gritty details.

The deadline for submitting the Notice of Intent is May 25.

New Chair of Nebraska College Republicans Endorses Mark Fahleson for NCM

Andrew LaGrone, the newly-elected Chair of the Nebraska College Republicans, joins Sen. Mike Johanns and Gov. Dave Heineman in endorsing Mark Fahleson to become Nebraska's next Republican National Committeeman:

"During his term as Chairman of the Nebraska Republican Party, Mark Fahleson has always made it a point to reach out and support College Republicans.  He has worked tirelessly to help CR and other youth organizations develop leaders, ensuring effective conservative leadership for our state for years to come.  Mark's vision, proven record, and commitment to conservative principles will make him a valuable asset to both Nebraska and the Republican National Committee.  I am honored to support him in his effort to become Nebraska's Republican National Committeeman."  Andrew LaGrone, Chair, Nebraska College Republicans