Freedom & Opportunity for Every South Dakotan.
We believe that every South Dakotan, from every race, class and walk of life, should have the freedom and opportunity to live out their American dream.
Who We Are
The Republican Party of South Dakota is dedicated to preservation of our Republic, its ideals, and institutions for the good of all Americans and adamantly opposing the erosion of these cherished freedoms. Keeping South Dakota a great place to live, raise, and nurture a family.
What We Believe
We believe in equal rights, equal justice and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, creed, sex, age or ability.
The strength of our nation lies with the individual and that each person’s dignity, liberty and integrity must be honored. The Party supports our heritage of religious freedom and personal responsibility.
We recognize the free enterprise system and the work ethic of our people as the foundation of our economic success and security.
We believe that responsible leaders are mindful of the fundamental principles of the Constitution and neither burden nor hinder individual rights and efforts.
We believe the most effective and responsible government is the government closest to the people and provides for the people only those critical functions that cannot be performed by individuals or private organizations.
The Best Government is that Which Governs Least.
Featured Events
Join us for our 2025 Pheasant Hunt
Join us at beautiful Horseshoe K Ranch in Kimball, SD on Friday, Sept 12 & Saturday, Sept 13.
After hunting on Friday, enjoy food and drinks that night at the Banquet with Social Hour and Silent Auction. Get ready for hunting again on Saturday.
Choose to hunt one or both days. Discount packages available for both days.
Check-in for Friday hunting is Thursday by 4:00pm.
Only 2,000 Tickets — 53 Prizes — Incredible Odds!
Only 2,000 tickets are available for the SDGOP’s 53 Prizes in 52 Weeks Giveaway, and each ticket is your entry into every single drawing for an entire year. That’s 53 chances to win top-quality firearms and gear — and with such a limited ticket pool, your odds have never been better.
This isn’t just about winning — it’s about supporting the South Dakota Republican Party as we fight to protect our conservative values, defend our freedoms, and preserve our way of life. Every ticket helps fund our efforts to elect strong Republican leaders across the state.
From the Chair…
I’m thrilled to help revitalize the SD GOP, to facilitate more citizens getting engaged and involved, networking with one another, organizing more Counties, and helping elect the best Constitutional Conservative Republican representation that we can to serve “We the People”.
We live in one of the most beautiful, and conservative, states in America. We must work diligently together to keep our freedoms, earn a living, raise a family, practice religion, and live our lives as we see fit. If you agree with me, join us—we welcome you to the table, because in South Dakota—Under God, the People Rule!
– Jim Eschenbaum
Latest News
Custer Celebrates 150th Birthday, US History
Sunday, I had the opportunity to attend the City of Custer’s 150th birthday celebration, a significant milestone! The event was held at the 1881 Courthouse Museum. There was birthday cake, an arrowhead treasure hunt for the kids, a historical walking tour, live music,...
Sturgis Bike Rally and the court system
OPINION — While church pews filled across South Dakota on Sunday morning, I was in a very different place — a packed courtroom in Sturgis. Outside, the roar of motorcycles rolled through the Black Hills as thousands of riders poured into town for the annual Sturgis...
A letter to Governor Rhoden from Chairman Eschenbaum
August 6, 2025 South Dakota Office of the Governor 500 East Capitol Avenue Pierre SD 57501-8501 Dear Governor Rhoden, The purpose of this letter is to respectfully request you take immediate action to help prevent the spread of the New World Screwworm (NWS) to South...
Upcoming Events
Events coming up in the next month:
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Join Toby Doeden in Moody County!
August 27, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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South Dakota State Fair
August 27, 2025 - September 1, 2025
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Join Toby Doeden in Miner County!
August 28, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Join Toby Doeden in Sanborn County!
August 29, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Davison County Lincoln Day Dinner
September 4, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Meade County Republicans Lincoln Day Dinner
September 6, 2025 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Monthly RNC Faith Engagement Prayer Call
September 9, 2025 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
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Brown County Reagan Lunch
September 11, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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SDGOP Monthly Roundtable Call
September 16, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Concerned Citizens of Butte County Hosts Jon Hansen and Karla Lems
September 17, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Newell Ram Sale Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast
September 18, 2025 8:00 am - 9:00 am
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Concerned Citizens of Butte County Hosts Jon Hansen and Karla Lems
September 18, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Newell Ram Sale Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast
September 19, 2025 8:00 am - 9:00 am
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Bon Homme Lincoln Day Dinner
September 20, 2025 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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South Dakota Legislative Property Tax Task Force Meeting
September 23, 2025
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