About

Learn more about the Voter Defense Association of South Dakota

Our Organization

The Voter Defense Association of South Dakota (“VDA”) is a nonpartisan political organization established in 2023.

We are registered with the South Dakota Secretary of State as a domestic nonprofit corporation and we operate as a section 501(c)(4) advocacy organization.

Our Mission

Defend the ballot initiative rights of South Dakota voters and ensure that laws and regulations governing electoral processes in South Dakota are reasonable, fair, and transparent.

Board of Directors

The following South Dakota voters serve on the Board of Directors of the VDA: Matthew Schweich (Chairman and President), Quincy Hanzen (Vice President), Ned Horsted (Secretary).

Staff

Matthew Schweich
Chairman and President

Quincy Hanzen
Vice President

John Brunner
Legislative Director

Rachel Christenson
Development Director

Zebadiah Johnson
Political Director and Lobbyist