Polk County, Florida
Keep PolkRed.
Growing the Republican Voter Base and Advancing Conservative Leadership in Polk County.
Get Involved
There is a job here for everyone.
Every one of these takes a few hours and no experience. Training is provided for all of it.
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Door Knock
Meet voters where they live. Canvassing is still the single most effective way to move a precinct.
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Poll Watch
Serve as a trained observer on election day and help protect the integrity of the count.
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Sign Wave
High-visibility events at key intersections during early voting and election week.
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Voter Registration
Register new Republicans at community events, gun shows, fairs, and church gatherings.
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Phone Banking
Call voters from home or at a party event. Training and scripts provided.
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Digital
Run social media, help with the website, and build the email list. All of it can be done from your couch.
Next Up
REC General Assembly Meeting
Monday, August 17 at 6:30 PM
Cleveland Heights Golf Club
The full committee meets every third Monday. Republican candidates, elected officials, and guest speakers address the room, and any registered Republican in Polk County is welcome — membership is not required to attend.
Sam Romain
Chairman, Polk County Republican Executive Committee
Message from the Chair
Polk County has long been a place where conservative values, personal responsibility, and community involvement matter. As Chairman of the Polk County Republican Party, I am committed to leading the effort to recruit, support, and elect well-qualified, principled, constitutional conservatives at the local, state, and federal levels. I firmly believe that limited government, individual responsibility, and respect for the Constitution create the greatest opportunity for families, businesses, and future generations here in Polk County.
Our Executive Committee, officers, precinct leaders, and grassroots volunteers work year-round to grow our Republican voter base, ensure election integrity, and engage voters in every precinct. Through education, outreach, and active participation, we remain focused on strengthening our party and holding our elected officials accountable to our core values.
We invite you to get involved, attend a meeting, and be part of the action. Together, we can continue building a strong Republican future for Polk County and help keep Florida free.
Endorsements
Our endorsed candidates
Rick Wilson
IncumbentPolk County Commission, District 2
Polk County Commissioner for District 2, eight years in the seat. A Bartow native, second-generation cattleman, and former NASCAR Cup driver. Endorsed by the Polk County REC and by Sheriff Grady Judd.
Campaign site
Polk County School Board, District 5
Candidate for Polk County School Board, District 5. An entrepreneur and Florida Poly trustee running on academics, transparency and accountability. Endorsed by the Polk County REC.
Justin Sharpless
IncumbentPolk County School Board, District 6
Candidate for Polk County School Board, District 6. Endorsed by the Polk County REC.
Campaign site
Polk County Commission, District 4
Republican candidate for Polk County Commission, District 4. Endorsed by the Polk County REC.
Campaign site
Ashley Moody
IncumbentUnited States Senate
United States Senator for Florida and the former state Attorney General, endorsed by the Republican Party of Florida.
Campaign site
James Uthmeier
IncumbentFlorida Attorney General
Florida's Attorney General, endorsed by the Republican Party of Florida.
Official site
Blaise Ingoglia
IncumbentFlorida Chief Financial Officer
Florida's Chief Financial Officer, endorsed by the Republican Party of Florida.
Official site
Wilton Simpson
IncumbentFlorida Commissioner of Agriculture
Florida's Commissioner of Agriculture and a farmer, endorsed by the Republican Party of Florida.
Official site
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