THE TRUMPETER - June 2025

Newsletter Editor: Morgan Swift-RWOP VP Communications, contact@rwop.info

Once again, a protest is planned for Prescott Courthouse Plaza by the democrats. Over 550 demonstrations are reportedly scheduled across the country, this time using Flag Day to promote what they’re calling “No King Day.”  

“No King Day” carries an unmistakable biblical echo.  “In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes.”  Judges 21:25,17:6, 18:1, 19:1

This verse is not a celebration of freedom—it’s a warning. It describes a time of moral confusion, lawlessness, and the absence of godly leadership. In biblical context, “no king” doesn’t symbolize liberation—it marks a vacuum of authority where disorder takes root and righteousness is abandoned.  

Many of us recall our youthful countercultural phases, but most outgrow it. Sadly, some remain stuck in permanent rebellion. It’s disappointing—but not surprising.  

Is this a period of spiritual and civic breakdown?



I say yes, and it is more important than ever to stand firm in our values, our faith, and our understanding of what true leadership and freedom really means.

So, let’s redirect our energy to what matters: the bigger picture.

Here at home, we are grateful to see strong, principled leadership return to the White House. The era of ambiguity and DEI is behind us. In its place: renewed respect, smart trade policies, and a firm commitment to rebuilding American greatness.



On the world stage, President Trump continues to lead with boldness and vision. He recently secured historic artificial intelligence investment partnerships with strategic allies in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar—positioning the United States as a global leader in this vital, energy-driven field. He also played a critical role in lifting long-standing sanctions on Syria, a significant step toward restoring peace and stability in the Middle East. His strategy is unmistakable: stand with allies, advance mutual prosperity, and champion peace through strength.

President Trump also helped ease growing tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan—yet another example of his hands-on, no-nonsense diplomacy.

This month, RWOP is proud to celebrate First Responders in recognition of the incredible men and women who are always there when we need them most.

Firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, Dispatchers and First Responders are the heartbeat of our community. They run toward emergencies, stand calm in chaos, and offer help when it’s needed most. Their courage, compassion, and commitment do not go unnoticed.

As a small way of saying “thank you,” RWOP provides a complimentary lunch to all first responders attending our luncheon meeting. It’s a simple gesture, but it comes from the deepest place of gratitude. Please express your personal appreciation to our first responder guests for their service, strength, and unwavering dedication. 

A special thank you goes to Valerie Ellis, our Armed Services Chair, for showing what real, year-round support looks like RWOP doesn’t just honor veterans on holidays—we stand by them every day We’re thrilled to announce that RWOP took first place at the U.S. VETS Steps for Vets event for having the most participants in the 5K fundraiser for veteran housing. Congratulations to all the ladies who participated, and thank you for representing RWOP with such pride and heart. 

Looking ahead, your RWOP leadership is working tirelessly to maintain a strong red-county reputation while providing respectful, informative and education-based news and speakers in every level of local and state government. We look forward to hosting Attorney General and Governor Republican candidates who are willing to speak, listen and engage with our members. Whether or not we agree on every issue, respect their courage—it takes real grit to step into the public arena, even at Republican-friendly events!

Your membership and commitment to Republican values, community engagement and civic responsibility is what makes RWOP not just a political organization, but a powerful force for good in Prescott and beyond. Thank you for your energy, your heart, and your unwavering support.  We are so grateful to have you as part of the RWOP family. You make a difference—every single day. Together, we move forward—with purpose, patriotism, and a deep love for our community. 



Sue Davis

2025 Prescott General Plan 

Special Meeting June 3 at 11:30 am

A special City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 3, at 11:30 am to allow discussion of the proposed 2025 General Plan.  

This plan guides the future land use in our community and may impact both city and county residents.  

The special meeting is open to the public and will be held in the City Council Chambers at 201 N Montezuma Street. 

RWOP CCW CLASS DETAILS

Active Republican women have first registration priority

Cost: $185.00 per shooter (discounted rate for RWOP participants)

Note: This tuition covers instruction only. It does not include food, ammunition, or rental firearms.

Class Requirements:

• Minimum Participants: 12
• Maximum Participants: 24

Ammunition:

Each participant must bring or purchase 100 rounds of ammunition. Ammunition is available for purchase from Gunsite in the following calibers:

• .38 Special
• 9mm
• .40 S&W
• .45 ACP

Lunch (Optional):

• Lunches are available for purchase at $13.00, delivered to the classroom.
• A lunch menu will be provided during final registration on the morning of the class.

Firearms:

• A reliable and safe pistol or revolver that the participant can manipulate confidently and safely is required.
• Rental guns are available for $35.00 – $45.00 per day and include the firearm, holster, magazines, and magazine pouches.

Required Range Gear:

• Eye and ear protection (available in the Pro Shop if needed)
• Ball cap
• Pants with belt loops and a sturdy belt
• Outside-the-waistband holster
• 3 magazines and/or speed loaders, along with appropriate pouches
• Sturdy, closed-toe shoes or boots

Additional Provisions:

• Gunsite will provide bottled water, powdered Gatorade, and water stations.
• Coffee and tea will be available in the classroom during the morning session.

Email Sue to save your spot. Use the button below

Luncheon - Tuesday, June 17, 2025

NO SUBSTITUTIONS ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT

$37 per person (cash or check discount)

or

​ $39 per person (includes credit card fee)

Click here to RESERVE

Reservations are on a first-come-first-served basis!

A reservation made is a reservation paid...thank you!

If you have any questions, please contact:

Elsie Tyree 

928-778-0235

tyree200@msn.com

To help speed up our check-in process:

• Prepaying for the luncheon is encouraged - online or by check mailed prior to luncheon
• Arrive early and allow time for parking
• No large bills accepted
• Have your payment ready – CASH or CHECK (made payable to RWOP for $37 - already filled out

Featured Speakers

​John Feddema 

Interim Fire Chief

Central Arizona Fire & Medical Authority

​Bio

Chief Holger Durre

Prescott Fire Chief 

​Bio

Michael Kean, RN, CFRN

Flight Nurse | Native 4 

Air Methods Corporation

Bio

Ansgar Mitchell

Prescott National Forest

Bio

The 19 Granite Mountain Hotshots

Learn more about these heroic men at the Granite Mountain Interagency Hotshot Crew website.



AzFRW State Meeting

Prescott Frontier Days Parade

The Prescott Frontier Days Parade is

Saturday, July 5th at 9:00 am - staging location TBD

Join the fun and walk or ride in the parade with the RWOP entry.

Please call or email the Parade Chair, Elsie Tyree, at 928-778-0235 or tyree200@msn.com if you would like to participate.

Charity of the Month

The Hungry Kids Project in Chino Valley is our June Charity of the Month.

Homelessness and hunger have grown in Arizona, and Chino Valley has been no exception. Over the past 5 years the number of homeless children being served by Hungry Kids has grown from an average of 260 to 404. Early applications indicate this number will increase again this year.

Homelessness is defined by the Federal Government as “lacking a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence”. Families have to apply and are verified for the Hungry Kids program.

Chino Valley students have a 4-day school week, so the bags the volunteers pack each

Thursday contains 9 meals. Last year over 130,000 meals were prepared. This is financially unsustainable. Although Hungry Kids Project works with some of our local food banks, it is still not enough.

They need donations from people like you. $400 feeds 1 child for the entire school year and $40 feeds 1 child for 1 month. Please help with whatever you can.

We have a lot of exciting events coming and need your help!!! Please let me know if you would like to be a committee member for Ways and Means or volunteer for any upcoming event or luncheon.  We would love to have you!!!  

If you have any items you would like to donate for the basket raffle, please contact me.  

July 4 at Watson Lake- We will have a booth selling Red, White and Blue merchandise to celebrate your holiday weekend in style!!! 

SAVE the Date!!! The Annual Soup cookoff will be at Lazy G on Oct. 21.

Thank you, 

Pam 

The 2025 membership year started October 1, 2024



Total Members: 897

Active: 742

Associate: 153

Student: 2

New Active Members in May:

Donna Hawks

Kandis Kilgore

Teresa Miller

Lynda Sherry

New Associate Members in May:

Jeannette Deming

Craig Jennings

Videos are available from the MAY 2025 Luncheon

Chief Scott Desjadon-

Chief of Police at Yavapai-Prescott Tribal

Chief Joshua McIntire-

Chino Valley Chief of Police

Chief Robert Ticer-

Prescott Valley Chief of Police

Chief Amy Bonney

Prescott Chief of Police

Chief Deputy Jeff Newnum

Yavapai County Sheriff Office

Prescott K9

Click the button below to view

 other videos from 2025

Click here for the 2025 RWOP Luncheon Schedule!

Mark your calendars!

The next RWOP Academy will take place on July 23,2025 at 2:00 pm,

at The Center on Rosser.

A sign-up request will be sent out in July—stay tuned!

Address: 1280 E. Rosser St, Prescott

Book Donation Drive Returns this July!

Thanks to your generous support, we’ve been able to provide conservative books to two local grammar schools. Our next goal is to supply educational books to every school in Yavapai County. Donations will be collected at our luncheon meetings throughout the summer.

Thank you for making a difference.

Many of you have heard about the One Big, Beautiful Bill and its behemoth 1400+ pages.

It passed the House just before Memorial Day weekend on May 22^nd by 1 vote, with two Republicans voting ‘Nay” – Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Warren Davidson of Ohio.

This historical piece of legislation, if passed in the Senate (hopefully by July 4), will give permanent tax relief for American workers, farmers, and small businesses, all of which are the backbone of our economic engine. It will reshape America’s tax code, social programs, national security priorities, and how we will govern AI (artificial intelligence). President Trump is certainly not wasting any time getting us back on track from the four-year fiasco of the Biden Administration.

Here are a few highlights of that piece of legislation that aims to reduce our national debt of $36.895 trillion:

• Permanent extension of 2017 tax cuts; tax exemptions on tips, overtime, and auto loan interest; increase in Child Tax Credit to $2,500; creation of $1,000 “Trump Savings Accounts” for newborns
• $700 million in federal cut to Medicaid with stricter work requirements  
• $267 billion federal cut to SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), formerly known as food stamps; much of this budget will not be cut as the money will be moved to the states' treasuries.
•  $70 billion for border security improvements; $150 billion increase in defense spending; aim to deport up to 1 million individuals annually
• 10-year ban on state AI regulations; federal control over AI governance

The bill’s supporters say it’s about “making America strong, free, and prosperous”. Critics argue it’s more about consolidating power and shifting burdens onto the most vulnerable populations. If we look back at history, LBJ did our nation no favors by creating the Great Society. That move gave us the welfare state that continues to grow out of control, especially with all the illegal aliens draining that system.

This legislation will stimulate prosperity and increase opportunities that are at the heart of the America First vision. Trump rarely does anything without knowing the outcome. We should first be grateful that he is our president. Next let’s pray for our leaders in the Senate that they pass the One Big, Beautiful Bill. Unfortunately, Arizona will not be a part of this history as our 2 senators, as all Democrats, will stand united against Trump and the American people.

The 2nd Annual Mother’s Day Tea was a lovely tribute to many mothers in the Granite Creek Residential Center. These ladies (and some men too) were treated to flowers, gift bags, and homemade tea sandwiches and a variety of homemade cookies while they were serenaded by the famous RWOP singers. Zoe, the “Therapy Dog at Large” brough lots of smiles and cuddles.

Thank you to all who helped and attended this event.

JUNE 2025 COLLECTION: SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR CHILDREN

RWOP’s Community Outreach Committee is holding a second annual drive for School

Supplies and Backpacks for homeless children who are sponsored by the Chino Valley

Education Foundation (CVEF). Last year we collected two truckloads of backpacks and school supplies, enough to help cover the needs of all the children with needs. We will be collecting backpacks and school supplies for grade school children as listed below at the RWOP June 17 Luncheon.

These children need our help, and we are happy to support the hard-working staff at the

Foundation. We hope you help by giving to these kids. Please bring your donations to the June17 luncheon or contact Beth Buckingham at elizabethgbuckingham@gmail.com if you can’t make the luncheon and wish to donate items.

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