Barlow announcement speech

Good afternoon, thank you for joining us today. For those who might not know me, I am Eric Barlow. I currently serve Wyoming Senate District 23, representing Campbell County. 

Today, I’m pleased to announce my candidacy for Governor of Wyoming. I humbly ask for your support as we embark on this vital journey to advance and protect Wyoming for its citizens.

I am asking for your support because, like you, I love Wyoming.  I love our honest, hard-working people whose grit and independent spirit make our state ‘like no place else on earth’. Like you, I love our mountains, valleys, and plains—Wyoming is truly a special place to us all. It’s our home. 

As a Wyoming native, I grew up working on our family ranch near the Campbell and Johnson County line. From a young age, I learned the values that shape our way of life: hard work, integrity, and respect for the land. These values are deeply ingrained in the fabric of Wyoming’s character - and in me. These values are not just words; they are what drive me to serve, and they are what every Wyoming citizen deserves in their leadership.

My wife, Kelly, and I have been blessed to raise our children, Kate and Graham, here. I want to ensure that all of Wyoming’s children have a future that allows them to stay and thrive in this great state, just like our kids have.

I’ve had the honor of serving in a variety of roles. From my service in the Marine Corps to my time as a veterinarian working alongside ranchers, every job I’ve had has been rooted in the belief that service is about helping others, something Wyoming needs more of.

In my public service, I’ve had the opportunity to serve on the Wyoming Livestock Board, in the Wyoming House of Representatives, and now in the Wyoming Senate. In all of these, I’ve worked on issues you’ve told me matter most to you, including: reducing property taxes, improving healthcare access, fighting federal overreach, and supporting the energy industries that power our state and nation. At every step, I’ve remained committed to these key principles: listen to the people, learn from them, and do the hard work it takes to make a difference.  That’s exactly the kind of Governor I will be, making decisions based on what’s best for Wyoming—not the right and left coasts.

I am a leader who stands firmly on sound, conservative principles and who will fiercely defend your rights, including the Second Amendment and sanctity of life. As your next Governor, I will protect your private property rights, safeguard our public lands, and keep Washington, D.C.out of Wyoming’s business.

I’ll work with you to strengthen our education system—to one that better empowers parents, supports teachers, and prepares our kids for the future. I’ll fight for an economy that works for all of Wyoming by helping our traditional industries like agriculture, energy, and tourism, while also encouraging innovation and new opportunities that keep our communities strong and competitive.

I believe Wyoming citizens deserve the freedom to grow and succeed in the ways that best fit their lives, and that starts with empowering individuals and communities to drive their own success. To do this,  I need the support of hardworking Wyomingites like you who believe in the future of our state. 

We’re starting early to build the resources we need to run a strong, grassroots campaign—because there are outside interests who don’t understand Wyoming, yet still want to make decisions for us. 

Today, we ask that you come alongside us with prayers, financial support and ultimately your vote in next year’s Republican Primary. 

As Governor, I will continue to serve with the same commitment I’ve always had— being faithful to Wyoming, always listening to the people, and always focused on delivering results. Together, we can secure a future in which Wyoming remains the freest, most prosperous, and most independent state in the country.

Thank you for your support, and God bless Wyoming!