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Message from Chairman Sue P. Everhart
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Let’s Cover Georgia: A Sign in Every Yard, a Sign on Every Corner
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Letter from Congressman Tom Price
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Attorney General Sam Olens to Speak at Republican National Convention
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Southeastern GOP Unites for Victory
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You’re Invited: Romney Victory Welcomes Gov. Mike Huckabee
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Your Turn: 2012 Republican Platform
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Armstrong Atlantic College Republicans Hosting First Meeting
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9th District GOP Hosting Congressional Primary Runoff Debate
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Gwinnett GOP Hosts Monthly Breakfast
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Elected Official of the Week: Congressman Austin Scott
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Did Obama Turn a Blind Eye to Solyndra Warnings?
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You’re Invited: Barrow GOP Annual BBQ
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Sue Around the State
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Picture of the Week
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Weekly Quote
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“The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of blessings; the inherent virtue of socialism is the equal sharing of miseries.”
- Winston Churchill
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Georgia Jobs Corner
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Education and career expo set for August 16 in Clarkston
The Georgia Department of Labor’s (GDOL) DeKalb Career Center, along with several other local organizations, will sponsor an education and career expo Thursday, Aug. 16, in Clarkston. The expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Georgia Piedmont Technical College, located at 495 North Indian Creek Dr. Other event sponsors include the DeKalb County School System, Georgia District 11’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA), and Piedmont Tech.
For more information about the expo, contact Willie Glenn at the DeKalb Career Center at (404) 298-3970, or e-mail willie.glenn@gdol.ga.gov.
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GAGOP Public Opinion Survey
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NEW: Tell us your thoughts, Georgia! Take the 2012 GAGOP Public Opinion Survey – The Veepstakes – and help us prepare for victory in 2012!
Click here to access the survey!
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Voter Registration
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The privilege to vote freely in an open election is one of the most valuable and inalienable rights afforded to all lawful citizens in a democratic society. As a resident and a citizen of the great State of Georgia, you have the unparalleled opportunity to place your vote for all of your local, statewide and federal representation. At this vital time in our country, it is more important than ever for your voice to be heard. Would you like to register to vote, review your information or update your previous voter registration? Visit the Secretary of State’s ‘My Voter Page‘ for more information today.
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News from the RNC
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The Big Fail: Did Obama Turn A Blind Eye To Solyndra Warnings?
Every Obama Chief Of Staff, Staffers Across Numerous Agencies, Government Watchdogs, Even Solyndra Investors Knew That The Risks Were Too High For Taxpayers
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Did You Know?
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This Friday, August 10th, marks the 138th Birthday of President Herbert Hoover.
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Statewide Events!
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Thursday, August 9th
6:00 PM – Greater Fayette Republican Women’s Club Dinner Meeting
Saturday, August 11th
8:00 AM – Senator Jim Tysinger Saturday Morning Breakfast Forum
9:00 AM – Rabun GOP Monthly Meeting
10:00 AM – Paulding County Republican Women’s Club August Meeting
11:00 AM – Floyd GOP Annual BBQ at Tillman Hangar
7:00 PM – Coweta Co. Women’s Republican Club – Herman Cain & Congressman Westmoreland
Monday, August 13th
7:00 PM – Greater Gwinnett Republican Women Meeting
Saturday, August 18th
8:00 AM – Senator Jim Tysinger Saturday Morning Breakfast Forum
5:00 PM – Barrow County Republican Party Annual Republican BBQ
Does your organization have an upcoming event? Click here to add your event to the GAGOP website and newsletter!
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Message from Chairman Sue P. Everhart – August 8, 2012
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Dear Friends,
This week, it was announced by Chairman Reince Priebus that Georgia’s very own Attorney General Sam Olens will be a Headline Speaker at the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa Bay, Florida! A true leader for our state since his election in 2010, Attorney General Olens continues to be recognized for his efforts to lead the fight against ObamaCare and scale back Barack Obama’s overreaching policies that have unnecessarily intruded on state’s rights.
When asked about his role at the National Convention, Attorney General Olens remarked, “We can do better as a country. We must empower Americans to make their own choices across the board. The jobs-killing, unconstitutional policies coming out of Washington, D.C. must be undone. Elections do have consequences and we will start to put our country back on track at the Republican National Convention when we nominate Mitt Romney.”
As one of the five largest Delegations at the Republican National Convention, the Georgia Republican Party is in a unique position to make a difference like never before! As our Party’s leaders, including Attorney General Olens – are recognized for their guidance, we are also proud to bring a Delegation of leaders, activists, volunteers and fellow Republican voters to Tampa Bay to show our state’s influence and reach within the Republican Party.
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Let’s Cover Georgia: A Sign in Every Yard, a Sign on Every Corner
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This election is a battle for the core values of America. Do we want a country of and by Washington…or a nation of and by a free people? For us to continue to live in a free America, we MUST replace Barack Obama.
The GAGOP is the only entity in the state fully committed to electing a Republican President. Help us spread our message to every corner of our state! With a contribution of just…
$5, you can help buy three yard signs.
$25, you can help buy fourteen yard signs.
$100, you can help buy fifty-nine yard signs.
And with a contribution of $1,000, you can help buy enough yard signs so that every Republican in an entire precinct can proudly display their strong Republican support!
Let’s cover Georgia!
Click here to help our Party put a sign in every yard across Georgia!
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Letter from Congressman Tom Price
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Please note: This article originally appeared in the Georgia Federation of Republican Women’s VOICES Magazine.
Democrats’ planned tax hike on job creators not the right solution. Without action, tax rates will rise across the board in 2013. Americans understand the warnings of economists that the impending “fiscal cliff” will cripple our already fragile economy. In response, President Obama and congressional Democrats insist that the only way to thwart this disaster is to raise taxes on America’s small businesses and job creators.
It did not have to be this way. Since taking control of the House in January 2011, Republicans have governed responsibly to avert this crisis. In fact, both budgets passed by the U.S. House of Representatives significantly reform our tax code to foster economic growth by lowering rates, eliminating loopholes and finally putting America’s taxpayers ahead of Washington special interests.
Meanwhile, Senate Democrats profess they are acting as good stewards of America’s financial future. Frankly, it’s hard to take this seriously when the Democrat majority has refused to pass any sort of tax reform, much less an annual budget in more than 1,100 days.
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Attorney General Sam Olens to Speak at Republican National Convention
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This week, it was announced that Georgia’s Attorney General Sam Olens will be a Headline Speaker at the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa Bay, Florida! A well-deserved honor for Attorney General Olens, his inclusion as a Headline Speaker will ensure that the State of Georgia plays a prominent role at the Convention!
“We can do better as a country. We must empower Americans to make their own choices across the board. The jobs-killing, unconstitutional policies coming out of Washington, D.C. must be undone. Elections do have consequences and we will start to put our country back on track at the Republican National Convention when we nominate Mitt Romney,” remarked Olens.
Way to go, Attorney General! Make Georgia proud!
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Southeastern GOP Unites for Victory
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On Saturday, August 4th, Georgia Republican Party First Vice Chairman Bert Guy had the opportunity to represent our Party in North Carolina at the opening of a GOP Victory Office! A GOP Unity event for the Southeastern Republican Parties, the event was also attended by Chairman Reince Priebus of the Republican National Committee!
Said Chairman Reince Priebus: “Today’s commitments from the Republican Party Chairmen of Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee will help ensure North Carolina defeats Barack Obama and Democrats up and down the ballot on Election Day.”
“The Georgia Republican Party is pleased to join efforts with our friends at the South Carolina and Tennessee Republican Parties to unite to turn North Carolina Red in 2012! I am thrilled to lend our support to the North Carolina Republican Party through the use of the state-of-the-art Social Victory Center and our Georgia Republican ‘Call from Home’ Volunteer Center,” continued Georgia Republican Party Chairman Sue Everhart. “With our combined efforts, I have no doubt that the Southern Republican Parties will propel Governor Romney to victory in November!”
Please enjoy some of the sights from the Southeast GOP Unity Event in North Carolina:
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You’re Invited: Romney Victory Welcomes Gov. Mike Huckabee
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Please Join Governor Nathan Deal & First Lady Sandra Deal
With Special Guest
Governor Mike Huckabee
For a Reception & Dinner in Support of the Romney Victory Committee
Thursday, August 16th at 5:30 PM (Photo Op) & 6:15 PM (Reception)
Robson Event Center
310 Broad Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
To RSVP, please contact Dabney Hollis at (404) 791-7179 or DabneyH@me.com, or Stephanie Jones at (404) 849-7211 or StephanieGJones@me.com.
For all additional information, please visit: http://bit.ly/OoXjAg.
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Your Turn: 2012 Republican Platform
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Have you ever wanted to have a chance to weigh in on the Official Republican Party Platform? Now is your chance! The Republican National Committee has launched GOPPlatform2012.com, giving all Republicans the opportunity to discuss, suggest and debate 2012 Platform issues and topics!
Please click above for a special Platform message from Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus!
To get started today, simply visit: www.gopplatform2012.com.
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Armstrong Atlantic College Republicans Hosting First Meeting
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The Armstrong Atlantic State University College Republicans have received their charter, and are hitting the ground running in Southeast Georgia! Their first meeting of the 2012-2013 Academic Year will be held on Thursday, August 23rd at 4:30 PM in Room 158 of University Hall. For more information, please email Chairman Tim Waters at: timothy.h.waters@gmail.com.
Said Chairman Tim Waters: “The College Republicans chapter at Armstrong Atlantic State University has officially been chartered. We are ready to volunteer on local campaigns and to get involved on campus. We are going to have tables in the student union with information on voting, candidates, and the Republican Party. We are also bringing in guest speakers to bi-weekly meetings. Our first meeting is on August 23rd. If you are an Armstrong student and interested in getting involved, send us a message to our facebook page and share it on your wall. Thanks!”
The Armstrong Atlantic College Republicans can be found on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/aasucollegerepublicans.
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9th District GOP Hosting Congressional Primary Runoff Debate
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On Monday, August 13th, the Georgia Republican Party’s 9th District Committee will host a Congressional Primary Runoff Debate between the two candidates vying for the 9th District Congressional seat, Doug Collins and Martha Zoller. Held at the Gainesville Civic Center, the Debate will provide an excellent opportunity to hear from both candidates in advance of the August 21st Primary Runoff Election.
Additional details are as follows:
Ninth District GOP Congressional Primary Runoff Debate
Monday, August 13th at 7:00 PM
Gainesville Civic Center
830 Green Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
For additional information, please visit www.gagop9.com.
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Gwinnett GOP Hosts Monthly Breakfast
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The Gwinnett County Republican Party held their monthly GOP Breakfast Rally on Saturday, August 4th at 550 Trackside in Lawrenceville! Featuring a Congressional Update from Congressman Rob Woodall and the opportunity to hear from many fellow Republican candidates, elected officials and activists, the Breakfast Rally was another big success for Gwinnett GOP!
Please enjoy the sights from this month’s Gwinnett GOP Breakfast Rally!
Photos courtesy of the Gwinnett County Republican Party.
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Elected Official of the Week: Congressman Austin Scott
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Austin Scott is in his first-term as the U.S. Representative for Georgia’s Eighth Congressional District. Prior to his election to Congress he was a small business owner and spent 14 years in the Georgia state House, beginning with his first election at age 26.
In a bow to his experience, his now 89, freshman peers chose him as their class president.
Before being elected to Congress, Austin, who graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.B.A. in Risk Management and Insurance, owned and operated an insurance brokerage firm for nearly twenty years. He has his series seven, CLU, CHFC, RHU and REBC and, until his election to Congress, he had been a long-time member of NAIFA.
While in the State House, he served on the Appropriations, Rules and Ways and Means Committee, where he was the chairman of the Public Policy Subcommittee. He is known as a conservative on both economic and social issues and as a fierce defender of limited government.
Austin’s political experience on the state level and background in risk management has given him a unique perspective in Washington. He utilizes that understanding to draft and promote legislation which works to open access to capital for American businesses, eliminate burdensome regulations on entrepreneurs and investors and provide economic opportunities for the next generation.
In the 112th Congress, Scott serves on the Agriculture and Armed Services committees. Austin, his son Wells and wife Vivien reside in Tifton, GA.
For more information on Congressman Austin Scott, please visit: www.austinscott.house.gov
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Did Obama Turn a Blind Eye to Solyndra Warnings?
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The Republican National Committee releases the infographic “Did Obama Turn a Blind Eye to Solyndra Warnings?” drawing attention to all the people around President Obama who knew about Solyndra’s poor financial position. If all these people knew about Solyndra, why didn’t the President of the United States act? Why wasn’t more done to save taxpayer dollars once it was evident Solyndra could not be saved?
“President Obama and his team have a lot to answer for as to why half a billion taxpayer dollars were squandered on a company connected to Obama campaign bundlers that had a poor financial outlook,” said RNC Chairman Reince Priebus.
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You’re Invited: Barrow GOP Annual BBQ
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All Georgia Republicans are invited to Winder, GA for the Annual Barrow County Republican Party BBQ on August 18th! Held at 5:00 PM at the Winder Lions Club, the BBQ will feature live music, great food and fun for the whole family. In addition, U.S. Representatives Rob Woodall and Paul Broun will be in attendance, along with many other candidates and elected officials!
Additional details are as follows:
Barrow County GOP Annual BBQ
Saturday, August 18th at 5:00 PM
Winder Lions Club
354 E. Broad Street
Winder, GA 30680
For additional information or to reserve your spot, please contact Ken Young at (770) 867-5748 or kenyoung276@hotmail.com.
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Sue Around the State
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For real-time updates from Chairman Everhart as she travels the state, fostering and growing our Republican majority, follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/SueGAGOP.
On Saturday, August 4th, Sue traveled to Perry, GA to attend that Annual Republican Fish Fry!
On Tuesday, August 7th, Sue spoke at the Henry County Republican Party’s Monthly Committee Meeting in McDonough.
On Thursday, August 9th, Sue will be the guest speaker at the Greater Fayette Republican Women’s Club Dinner Meeting.
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Picture of the Week
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This weekend, the Georgia Association of College Republicans held their Executive Retreat in Milledgeville! The GACR’s are fired up for victory in November!
Photo Courtesy of the Georgia Association of College Republicans.
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GAGOP Events – Send us your Photos!
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Has your local, county or district GOP organization hosted or participated in any events recently? If so, we would love to hear about the details and share them with Republicans all across Georgia!
Send your events and photos to Chris Kelleher at Chris@gagop.org, and keep an eye out for your organization to be featured in a future GAGOP Newsletter!
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Help Lead the Charge Today!
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The Georgia Republican Party is fully committed to electing a Republican President in 2012. However, Victory won’t be achieved simply because we won the last elections. Victory can only be achieved by working hard each and every day to win the next elections. President Obama and the Democrats are targeting Georgia and could spend as much as $30 million to win our state. There’s too much at stake to leave this election to chance. Please consider contributing $15, $25, $50 or any amount to help Georgia do its part to send Barack Obama back to Chicago!
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Sue P. Everhart, Chairman – Bert Guy, 1st Vice Chairman – Bob Mayzes, Treasurer
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