By OBBM Network Editorial Staff

Dan Schultz

Imagine a single neighborhood meeting that could tilt the balance of power in Washington. Dan Schultz believes that precinct committees are exactly that lever, and he’s urging every Trump supporter to grab it.

From Seventh‑Grade Civics to a Nationwide Call

Schultz traces his political awakening back to a seventh‑grade civics class taught by Sam Alvord. The teacher’s lesson on the “Wisconsin Blue Book” and the mechanics of local party structures planted the seed for what Schultz now calls the “Precinct Strategy.” He recounts how his father, a former county board member, kept a copy of the Blue Book, reinforcing the idea that real political power starts at the grassroots level.

That early education led Schultz to write a concise guide—available as a Kindle and Audible version—detailing how ordinary citizens can become precinct committeemen. He notes that the paperback edition has been pulled from Amazon, but the digital formats remain accessible for a modest price.

The Statistical Reality of Incumbent Dominance

Schultz cites historic data showing that, without a surge in precinct committee activism, Republican incumbents enjoy overwhelming odds in primaries: 90‑95% win at the state legislature level, governors, and U.S. Senate seats, while about 97% retain their U.S. House seats. He argues that these figures are not immutable; they reflect a status quo that can be disrupted through organized local effort.

He points to the 2024 primary races where two Republican senators—John Cornyn of Texas and Bill Cassidy of Louisiana—lost their bids. In the House, high‑profile races such as Dan Crenshaw in Texas and Tom Massey in Kentucky also saw unexpected outcomes, underscoring how targeted precinct work can shift voter turnout.

Turnout Numbers That Tell a Story

Schultz highlights a striking turnout increase in the open primary that featured the Texas‑Louisiana Senate contests, rising from the typical 20% of Republican voters to 32.9%. While pundits debated the extent of Democratic crossover, the surge demonstrated the power of mobilizing precinct activists to get more voters to the polls.

He emphasizes that the most effective tactics go beyond traditional signs and mailers. Drawing on a 1962 RNC training manual credited to Abraham Lincoln’s political insight, Schultz urges volunteers to compile precise voter lists, confirm each voter’s likely preference, and maintain continuous personal contact.

Practical Steps for Aspiring Precinct Committeemen

Schultz breaks down the process into three clear actions: 1) Identify the party that aligns with your values—he stresses the Republican Party as the home for the MAGA movement; 2) Run for precinct committee in your local ward or precinct; 3) Focus on primary elections, the decisive battleground where party nominees are chosen.

He reminds listeners that the primary is the single most important election, where the goal is simply to secure more votes than any opponent. “The single most important thing you have to have is you have to have received more votes than the other candidates in the race,” Schultz says, cutting through the noise of money and consultants.

Why This Matters for the Trump Administration

By bolstering the Republican base at the precinct level, supporters can ensure that candidates who back President Donald J. Trump’s agenda rise to the ballot. Schultz argues that a robust precinct network helps keep the party’s platform focused on policies that align with the administration’s goals—whether it’s energy independence, border security, or economic growth.

In his view, the precinct strategy is not just a political hobby; it’s a civic duty that directly contributes to preserving the republic and advancing the Trump administration’s vision for America.

Schultz’s message is clear: the path to real influence starts with a simple step—sign up as a precinct committeeman, engage neighbors, and turn local action into national impact.

The full episode of Precinct Strategy with Dan Schultz is available on OBBM Network TV.