Meet Our Board
Ray Michaels
Ray Michaels was born and raised in Arizona. After working and traveling to more than 100 countries around the world, Ray has returned to his first love, serving the People of this great state. Ray has been in the political arena since attending Arcadia High School and ran for elected office during that time.
He has had the honor of serving the Republican Party as a P.C., State Committeeman, Candidate, and Chair for Legislative District 8. He believes and honors our founding documents including the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, and Arizona State Constitution and will fight for individual Rights, Liberties, and Freedoms that are gifted to us by God. He will continue to serve the Lord in all he does and is determined to represent the People with duty, integrity, and righteousness, holding all elected officials accountable to their constituents.
Hsao-Chin Kouts
Bio coming soon.
Veronika Corcoran
Born in a socialist country, Veronika grew up in extreme poverty due to her father’s refusal to join the communist regime during the period of socialist-controlled Yugoslavia. Despite these struggles, her family remained faithful to God which inspired Veronika’s passion for worship at a very young age. She eventually became an architect and urban planner, working for the Ministry of Spatial Planning in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
While raising a young family, she sought natural wellness solutions to protect her children and, in 1995, started a pioneering educational ministry that became a sensational national success. In 1999, she moved to New Zealand to improve her ministry. By faith, God moved her to Arizona in 2001. She became a U.S. citizen in 2008, a community organizer in 2017, and soon an active member of the Republican MAGA movement. Veronika’s passion for America stands on divinely inspired Love that built our republic.
Truman Idso
Truman and his wife Macey are first-time homeowners in Tempe, where both of their families have lived for generations. They look forward to raising a family in the same community that shaped their parents and grandparents. Truman is also a physics PhD candidate at Arizona State University. He is grateful for the opportunity to serve the precinct committeemen and republican voters of Legislative District 8.
Adriana Murphy
Adriana is a dedicated advocate for Christian-Conservative values and grassroots civic engagement. Inspired and equipped by Turning Point Action, she actively promotes greater participation in local politics throughout Arizona. She works to advance conservative ideals and encourage youth involvement in the political process. She proudly serves as National Committeewoman for the Arizona Young Republicans. She is a pro-life and America First supporter, committed to preserving freedom, faith, and opportunity for future generations.
Tom Kelly
Tom Kelly is a lifelong conservative who has dedicated his time to advancing Republican principles and strengthening the conservative movement in Arizona. After serving in the U.S. Army Reserve and a cybersecurity business, Tom chose to become more involved in grassroots politics to help preserve the values that make our nation and state strong.
Tom has had the privilege of serving the Republican Party as a Precinct Committeeman for Legislative District 8 and Campaign Manager for a statewide campaign for Arizona Attorney General. He believes in the principles of limited government, individual liberty, fiscal responsibility, and the rule of law. Tom is committed to serving the people of Legislative District 8 with integrity, transparency, and an unwavering dedication to the Constitution and the conservative values that have made Arizona a beacon of freedom.