Endorsements

“As Chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia, I’ve worked over the last 2-1/2 years with Jessi Rapelje Blakely, first as a stalwart YR warrior and now in her capacity as chair of the Young Republican Federation of Virginia (YRFV). Jessi has played a front-and-center leadership role in our state party and is uniquely qualified to lead the YRNF organization. She’s a seasoned and energy-directed servant-leader, who will listen to state YR organizations, focus on the grassroots YR mission, provide proven fundraising tools to state YR organizations, and empower the YRNF committee structure to create ideas and win elections. Virginia Republicans stand with Jessi Rapelje Blakely as the next YRNF chair!”

Rich Anderson

Chair, Republican Party of Virginia

“As Chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, I know we need strong leaders willing to fight for our conservative principles. As Chair of the Young Republican Federation of Virginia, Jessi Rapelje Blakely has shown her ability to lead from the front, engage the grassroots, and get solid Republicans elected to office. Along with her team, she will bring the energy, vision, and experience needed to make the Young Republican National Federation battle ready for 2024. Her vision to empower and grow young leaders and state federations will ensure the Republican Party remains strong and effective for years to come. I’m proud to endorse Jessi Rapelje Blakely as the next chair of YRNF.”

Matt Rinaldi 

Chair, Republican Party of Texas

“As an alumnus of the College Republicans and Young Republicans, I know the importance of strong Young Republican organizations in activating and shaping the next generation of leaders. Jessi Rapelje Blakely has helped build the Young Republican Federation of Virginia (YRFV) into a respected grassroots force that trains members for party leadership, public service, and elected office. Through her efforts YRFV helped take back Virginia. Jessi and her team have laid out a clear vision to ensure that the Young Republican National Federation bolsters the efforts of State Federations across our country to train and equip the next generation of effective, principled servant-leaders. I am proud to endorse Jessi Rapelje Blakely in her candidacy for YRNF Chair!”

Jason Miyares
Attorney General of Virginia

“As Chief Deputy Senate Republican Leader, I am no stranger to the unique challenges of trying to pass well-vetted, common sense conservative solutions while in the minority in a blue state. I’m also no stranger to winning hard fought elections where, in some instances, candidates outspend my colleagues and I by 5 to 1 margins.”

“That being said, there is a need for young leaders in our party who care about delivering wins in states & districts other people often write off. It takes courage, creativity, tenacity, and enthusiasm to win when everything else seems to be going against you, and I firmly believe that the Ascend slate includes some of the most talented activists, strategists, and leaders in our party’s most important auxiliary organization.”

“I’m proud to not only endorse one of Connecticut’s native sons & fellow Nutmegger, Bill Dumais, as he runs for Assistant Treasurer, but for Jessi and all the other talented candidates on the Ascend slate. I know they will support our candidates and will offer the dynamic leadership needed to win in these battleground districts & states.”

Eric Berthel
State Senator for the 32nd District of Connecticut

“I first met Jessi in early 2016, where we both got our start as volunteers in Virginia. In 2021, Jessi Championed candidate recruitment, which had a direct impact on winning the governor’s mansion & the House of delegates

From mentoring Gen Z activists, to recruiting volunteers throughout the country, I strongly believe that Jessi & her mission-driven focus is what we need to win this November & beyond. That’s why I’m proud to endorse Jessi for YRNF Chair and team Ascend!”

“Our nation and our party need strong leaders now more than ever—leaders willing to stand on their faith and defend our conservative values. Jessi Rapelje Blakely has proven her willingness to stand up and fight for these principles. As Chairman of the Young Republican Federation of Virginia, she engaged the grassroots, recruited conservative candidates for office, and helped Republicans win back her home state. She is a woman of faith, who will work towards training up a generation of principled young men and women ready to be effective advocates for the restoration of faith, family, and the principles of our founding. I strongly support her to be the next Chair of the Young Republican National Federation!”

Jill Glover
Texas SD12 SREC Committeewoman