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| Response to Review of “Freedom Works Here” Campaign
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2024 A day ahead of the 2024 Legislative Session, the Executive Board reviewed Governor Kristi Noem’s “Freedom Works Here” campaign over concerns about the request for proposals process. Rep. Oren Lesmeister (D-Dewey County) and Sen. Reynold Nesiba (D-Minnehaha County) are members of the Legislative Executive Board and attended today’s hearing and testimonies. They released the following statements: Sen. Nesiba “Despite our hearing today, there are unanswered questions,” said Sen. Nesiba. “Why did Go West get this contract? Did people associated with Go West also get paid to create criteria for the RFP that ultimately influenced the decision that Go West was selected? How is it possible that the creative material from one firm’s proposal ended up as the final product from the winning firm? I am also troubled by the allegation that the Governor influenced this process.” Rep. Lesmeister “If you’re going to pick the company you want, just pick them,” said Rep. Lesmeister. “Don’t waste state employees’ time and people’s money by creating these RFPs if you know who you’re going to pick. If it can be done, as long as the outcome is good, that’s all we want.” For questions, you may contact Dan at dan@sddp.org or contact the state party office by phone at 605-271-5405 or 605-940-3071. Paid for by the South Dakota Democratic Party | www.sddp.org |
