By OBBM Network Editorial Staff

Dan Schultz

Imagine a political battlefield where half the seats are empty, and the few who fill them control the very soul of a party.

The Vacant Slots: A Crisis in Numbers

Schultz points out that in Maricopa County, Arizona, only 36.6% of precinct committee slots were filled, while Texas saw just 44% occupied. Those percentages translate to roughly 200,000 vacant positions nationwide—a staggering void in the Republican grassroots structure. He notes that incumbents with an “R” after their name won 95‑96% of state legislative races, and every Republican governor breezed through their primaries, underscoring how the party’s elite can dominate when the base is underrepresented.

“Two Republican senators lost,” Schultz says, referencing Bill Cassidy of Louisiana and John Cornyn of Texas, both defeated in primaries that saw turnout under 33%. He argues that these losses illustrate the limited impact of high‑spending campaigns when the underlying party machinery is weak.

Why Precinct Committeemen Matter

According to Schultz, precinct committeemen sit at the nexus of party power: they recruit volunteers, shape local candidate slates, and influence the selection of RNC members. “If you’re part of the elite when you’re a precinct committeeman, you’re in the best position to get out the vote for real Republican candidates,” he explains. The role also determines who controls the party’s internal elections, effectively deciding which voices dominate the Republican agenda.

He contrasts the “rhino” establishment—long‑time incumbents and party officials who often back moderate or globalist candidates—with true conservatives who align with President Trump’s America‑First vision. By filling vacant slots with loyal conservatives, Schultz believes the party can be steered away from the establishment’s influence.

Schultz’s Three‑Step Strategy

Schultz lays out a simple, repeatable plan: pray, recruit, repeat. He recommends starting with a prayer from 2 Chronicles 7:14, then focusing on recruiting new precinct committeemen, and finally looping back to spiritual preparation. He emphasizes that the commitment required is modest—three hours a month—to attend local meetings, fill vacancies, and organize grassroots efforts.

He directs listeners to a 15‑minute narrated PowerPoint on his website and YouTube channel, noting that only about a thousand people have viewed it so far. “If you’re unwilling to commit three hours a month to saving our republic, turn this off,” he warns, underscoring his desire for dedicated volunteers rather than casual supporters.

Real‑World Success Stories

Schultz cites his own experience in Arizona during the 2020 cycle, where his precinct achieved over 90% Republican turnout, far surpassing the state average of 72%. He attributes this success to a voter guide mailed to every Republican household and a coordinated door‑to‑door outreach, though he admits the effort did not require extensive canvassing.

He also references President Trump’s February 27, 2022 call for supporters to become precinct committeemen, noting that the call has largely gone unanswered. “Over half the slots are vacant,” Schultz says, “If we fill them, we can really make America great again.”

Beyond the Numbers: The Bigger Picture

The discussion moves beyond raw statistics to a broader concern: the Republican Party’s identity is at stake. Schultz frames the precinct committee effort as the “real ball game of politics,” where ordinary citizens can exert outsized influence compared to billionaires bankroll­ing the MAGA push. He warns that without grassroots mobilization, the party risks being hijacked by establishment interests that do not prioritize President Trump’s agenda.

In his view, the solution is not more money or media blitzes but a disciplined, local‑first approach that rebuilds the party from the ground up. By turning the tide in precinct committees, conservatives can reclaim the party’s direction, ensuring that elected officials truly represent the will of the base.

Schultz’s message is clear: the fight for the GOP’s soul is being waged in community halls and county courthouses, not on cable news. The challenge now is whether enough conservatives will answer the call.

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