2028 Outlook
Building the bench for the next cycle
Strong candidates do not appear overnight. They are recruited, mentored, and supported — sometimes years before the ballot. These are the seats Cape Cod Republicans should be building toward right now.
County Office · 6-Year Term
Sheriff
Barnstable County
Donna Buckley (D) was elected in 2022. Six-year term expires 2028. Public safety is not a partisan issue — but leadership is.
County Office · 6-Year Term
Register of Deeds
Barnstable County
John Meade has held this office since 1989 — over 35 years. Every property transaction on Cape Cod flows through this office. Fresh leadership is overdue.
Republican Party Leadership
State Committee Chairman
Cape & Islands District · 4-year term
The State Committee Chairman represents Cape Cod and the Islands Republicans at the state party level. This position sets the direction for GOP organizing, candidate recruitment, and campaign support across the entire region.
Republican Party Leadership
State Committeewoman
Cape & Islands District · 4-year term
The State Committeewoman is the senior female representative of Cape Cod Republicans at the state level. Effective leadership in this role means active candidate recruitment, grassroots organizing, and accountability to the town committees she serves.
Ready to Run? Ready to Help?
Whether you want to run for office, volunteer on a campaign, or just learn more about what’s on the ballot — we want to hear from you. The Yarmouth RTC meets monthly and we are actively recruiting candidates for every open seat on this page.
Last updated: April 26, 2026