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Message from Chairman Sue P. Everhart
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Join the GAGOP President’s Club
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Letter from Congressman Phil Gingrey
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Douglas County GOP Hosting Candidate Forum
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Georgia Association of College Republicans Honored with Award
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Voter Registration Reminder: July 31st Primary Elections
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Congressman Tom Graves Attends Iraq Veterans Parade
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Grassroots Activist of the Week: Sandra Thompson
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Campaign 101: Cobb Republican Women Gear Up for Victory
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Sue’s Views: Barack Obama’s Poll Numbers Slide – Quickly
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CSRA Republican Women Host Candidate Meet and Greet
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Forsyth GOP Debate Series
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Republican Study Committee: 4.3 Million Jobs Below Average
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Save the Date: 2012 8th District Republican Fish Fry!
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Picture of the Week
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Weekly Quote
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“No nation ever had an army large enough to guarantee it against attack in time of peace, or ensure it of victory in time of war.”
- Calvin Coolidge
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Georgia Jobs Corner
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Employer seminar set for June 21 in Valdosta
The South Georgia Employer Committee, the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), and the Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce will jointly-sponsor a seminar for employers on how businesses can determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The seminar will be held Thursday, June 21, from 9-11 a.m. in the University Center’s Cyprus Room at Valdosta State University (VSU), located at 1500 North Patterson St. Registration is 8-8:30 a.m. Sponsors include SHRM members from local Chapter 140 and VSU
The seminar is designed for business owners, human resource managers, supervisors, and entrepreneurs. The cost is $15, but free to SHRM members.
For more information about the seminar, contact Wanda Roe at the Georgia Department of Labor’s (GDOL) Valdosta Career Center at (229) 333-5211 or e-mail wanda.roe@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: In Contempt
Attorney General Eric Holder Faces Possible Contempt Charges For Hindering The “Fast & Furious” Investigation
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Did You Know?
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On this day in 1782, the U.S. Congress approved the Great Seal of the United States.
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Statewide Events!
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Thursday, June 21st
7:30 AM – Fulton County Republican Party Midtown Breakfast
Friday, June 22nd
11:30 AM – CCRWC General Meeting Featuring GAGOP Chairman Sue Everhart
Saturday, June 23rd
8:00 AM – DeKalb GOP June Breakfast
8:30 AM – Bibb County GOP Summer Breakfast Series
10:00 AM – DeKalb GOP Precinct Canvassing
Sunday, June 24th
12:00 PM – Fulton GOP BBQ
Monday, June 25th
6:00 PM – The Forsyth County Republican Party Debate Series – Number 4: US Congress
7:00 PM – Lumpkin County Republican Party – Debate for State House and Senate
7:00 PM – Douglas County GOP Candidate Forum
Wednesday, June 27th
6:00 PM – The Forsyth County Republican Party Debate Series – Number 5: State House
Does your organization have an upcoming event? Click here to add your event to the GAGOP website and newsletter!
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Would you like to stay ahead of the curve and receive real-time updates from the GAGOP each and every day?
If so, we encourage you to take a moment to get more involved in the Georgia Republican Party’s social media outlets!
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Message from Chairman Sue P. Everhart – June 20, 2012
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Dear Friends,
In 2007, then-Senator Barack Obama appeared on CNN and stated that Executive Privilege was not a legitimate reason to withhold information from Congress. Said Obama: “There is a tendency…to hide behind Executive Privilege. The Administration would be best served by coming clean.”
My, how the times change.
This morning, despite promises to be “the most transparent Administration in American history,” President Obama invoked Executive Privilege to shield Attorney General Eric Holder from the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee’s investigation into the now-infamous Operation Fast and Furious. A blatantly political move in the 11th hour of the Oversight Committee’s preparation of contempt charges against the Attorney General for failure to comply with Congressional records requests, President Obama has raised the stakes – so to speak – and the questions over the involvement of not only the Justice Department, but also the White House, in Operation Fast and Furious now loom large.
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Join the GAGOP President’s Club!
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For real-time updates from the GAGOP President’s Club, follow us on Twitter at:
www.twitter.com/Obama2Chicago
For a contribution of just $10 or more, you can become a Member of the GAGOP President’s Club today. Your support will help fuel our campaign to send Barack Obama back to Chicago in 2012, and will pave the way for a Republican White House!
To join, please visit us online at: http://www.gagop.org/pclub
Click the above video for a special message from Chairman Sue P. Everhart to GAGOP Grassroots Newsletter Subscribers only!
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Letter from Congressman Phil Gingrey
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Fellow Republicans,
According to a new report, more than 7 in 10 American teenagers are unable to find summer employment. To put that number in perspective, youth unemployment levels haven’t been this high since the 1940’s.
Summer jobs provide more than a paycheck. They instill a sense of pride, build character and work ethic, allow students to explore different career paths, and help them save money for college. Perhaps, most importantly, summer jobs allow students to experience the dignity of going to work.
Like many of you, I had summer jobs as a youngster, working for my parents at their motel and working as a co-op at the Savannah River Project nuclear reactor facility. These experiences ingrained a strong work ethic in me. I also learned to appreciate the value of a dollar—lessons that continue to serve me well to this day.
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Douglas County GOP Hosting Candidate Forum
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The Douglas County Republican Party welcomes all members and friends to attend the Douglas County Republican Primary Candidate Forum, which will be held on Monday, June 25th at 7:00 PM!
The July 31st Primary Election is just a few weeks away, and Douglas GOP is pleased to coordinate this forum so you can meet with and hear from Republican candidates vying for an elected position impacting Douglas County. Here’s a list of the candidates expected to participate:
Douglas County Commission Chairman::
Tom Worthan (I)
Rita Rainwater
Georgia House, District 66::
Mike Miller
Bob Snelling
Mickey Thompson
Douglas County School Board, District 1::
Carol Lindstrom
Douglas County School Board, District 5::
Jeff Morris (I)
Douglas County Sheriff::
Phil Miller (I)
Douglas County Clerk of Superior Court::
Rhonda Payne (I)
Douglas County Tax Commissioner::
Todd Cowan (I)
For additional information, or to find out how you can get involved, please contact Douglas County GOP Chairman Bert Blood at DCGOPChairman@gmail.com or visit them on the internet at: www.DouglasGOP.com.
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Georgia Association of College Republicans Honored with Award
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At the 2012 Faith and Freedom Coalition Conference & Strategy Briefing, the Georgia Association of College Republicans was honored with the Award for Service from Faith and Freedom Coalition Executive Director Gary Marx! Honored for their hard work and service in Wisconsin during Governor Scott Walker’s Recall Election, the GACR’s played a pivotal role in Governor Walker’s victory!
Way to go, College Republicans!
For more information on the Georgia Association of College Republicans, please visit: www.gacr.org.
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Voter Registration & Absentee Ballot Reminder: July 31st Primary Elections
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Are you planning to vote in the July 31st Republican Primary in Georgia? We sure hope so!
As a reminder to all new and returning Georgia voters, you must register no later than Monday, July 2nd, to be eligible to vote in the Republican Primary.
To find out more information on your voter registration status, the location and hours of voting and all other pertinent information, please visit the Secretary of State’s ‘My Voter Page’ at: http://mvp.sos.state.ga.us/.
Would you like to request an Absentee Ballot? You may do so by visiting: http://1.usa.gov/Ms0MiE.
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Congressman Tom Graves Attends Iraq Veterans Parade
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On Saturday, June 16th, Georgia’s Congressman Tom Graves joined many fellow patriots in Rome, Georgia for the Georgia Honors Iraq Veterans Parade! Also joined by Governor Nathan Deal and Congressman Phil Gingrey, the parade offered a chance to honor and say ‘thank you’ to many of Georgia’s proud veterans!
Please enjoy the following photos of this year’s Iraq Veterans Parade:
Photos courtesy of Congressman Tom Graves.
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Grassroots Activist of the Week: Sandra Thompson
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Sandra received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Education from Western Michigan University, a Master in Business Education degree from Georgia State University, and an Education Specialist degree in Business Education/Technical Education from Georgia State University.
Ms. Thompson taught in Georgia public schools for 24 years (secondary Business Education/work-based learning), a community college, two Georgia technical colleges, and three Georgia universities for over 40 years to improve education at every level.
She currently resides in Cobb County and has been active in politics, holding positions with the Cobb County Republican Party (former Assistant Treasurer), Cobb Regional Republican Women (former President/Vice President and founder), and the GA GOP Education Taskforce Chairman (2009-present).
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Campaign 101: Cobb Republican Women Gear Up for Victory
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On Saturday, June 16 from 9:00 am to noon, the Cobb County Republican Women held a Campaign 101 School at the Cobb County GOP Headquarters. The main purpose of the Campaign 101 School was to bring experts together to discuss many key elements that will help to elect Mitt Romney and bring success to the Republican Party in upcoming as well as future elections. Topics that were specifically targeted were The Path to 270 Electoral Votes, Building Coalitions among friends and interested citizens, the importance of Door-to-Door campaigning as well as the steps needed to ensure success, and how to effectively convey your message by identifying your target audience when Phone Banking.
The School also taught its attendees how to lead groups to ensure that volunteers not only feel a sense of purpose, but that their precious time is used to the best advantage. In order to truly understand what it means to be a Republican, the school also taught its attendees about the proud history of the Republican Party to remind those voters who may not be familiar with how much their views align with the party and how to answer important questions such as, “Why are you a Republican.”
Overall, the event was very successful with over 42 people in attendance. Important events like the Campaign 101 School will help the Republican Party to be successful in the upcoming elections both statewide and nationally.
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Sue’s Views: Barack Obama’s Poll Numbers Slide – Quickly
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On Monday, Rasmussen Reports released their latest series of polling leading up to the November elections, and one thing is clear – Barack Obama and his Democratic colleagues are sinking, and sinking quickly. Among the poll results:
- Mitt Romney currently leads Barack Obama nationally by 4 points, marking the eleventh consecutive day that Romney has polled ahead of Obama.
- President Obama’s Approval Index currently sits at -15, with 53% of Americans disapproving of his job performance.
- 60% of likely voters believe that it is at least somewhat likely that the next President will be a Republican, while just 25% say that the scenario is unlikely.
- On the Generic Congressional Ballot, Republicans lead Democrats 45% – 38%, an extremely significant margin leading up to a pivotal election.
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CSRA Republican Women Host Candidate Meet and Greet
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The Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) Republican Women’s Club hosted a 2012 GOP Candidate Meet and Greet on Monday, June 18. An open forum for candidates and prospective voters to share ideas and values, the Meet and Greet was one of the most widely-attended CSRA Republican Women’s Club events of the year!
Please enjoy the following pictures from the Central Savannah River Area Republican Women’s Club 2012 GOP Candidate Meet and Greet:
Photos courtesy of Lillian Kay Smith.
For more information about the CSRA Republican Women’s Club, please visit them on Facebook at:
www.facebook.com/CSRARepublicanWomensClub.
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Forsyth GOP Debate Series
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The Forsyth County Republican Party will conduct its 2012 Debate Series on June 20, 25 and 27, 2012 at the Forsyth County Administration Building, located at 110 East Main Street, Suite 220, Cumming, Georgia 30040. Doors to the auditorium will open each night at 6:00 pm, and the event will begin at 6:30 pm.
The debate schedule is as follows:
June 20 – Forsyth County Sheriff and Coroner Candidates
June 25 – 7th District Congressional Candidates & 9th District Congressional Candidates
June 27 – State House District 24, 25, and 26 & State Senate District 27
The format will be a true debate, as opposed to a forum, with questions being posed to each candidate, and opportunities for the candidates to respond to their opponent’s statements.
The Forsyth GOP Debate series is the county’s foremost opportunity to learn about the candidates seeking to be your Republican nominee! We hope you will schedule time to see the candidates debate in this unique format and to learn how the candidates plan to address issues important to you!
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Republican Study Committee: 4.3 Million Jobs Below Average
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This week, the Republican Study Committee – The Caucus House of Congressional Conservatives – released a new chart detailing the stagnant Obama “recovery.” Despite claims that the president has brought the American economy into a state of recovery, the facts show that the average job growth rate of the past 10 economic recoveries trump that of the “Obama Recovery” by 4.3 million jobs!
It is ever-more clear with each passing day that Barack Obama has failed to lead our country out of this economic downturn, and has inflicted both short-and long-term damage that will take years – if not longer – to repair.
As the Republican Study Committee says, “We can do better.”
To find out more about the Republican Study Committee, please visit www.RepublicanStudyCommittee.com.
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Save the Date: 2012 8th District Republican Fish Fry!
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Please save the date! The 8th District Republican Committee is hosting the 2012 Georgia Republican Fish Fry on Saturday, August 4th, 2012. Featuring live music, sno-cones, watermelon and the best fried catfish around, the Fish Fry is a favorite of Georgia Republicans each and every year!
Additional details are as follows:
2012 8th District Republican Fish Fry
Saturday, August 4th, 2012 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Miller Murphy Howard Building – Georgia National Fairgrounds
Perry, GA 31069
For more information or to pre-register, please visit www.8thdistrictgop.com or call (478) 953-9767.
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Picture of the Week
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At the 12th Annual Walton County Republican Party BBQ, Chairman Everhart had a chance to meet with so many fellow Republicans from across the state, including our friend Ginger Howard! We are already looking forward to next year’s BBQ!
Photo Courtesy of Ginger Howard.
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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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Paid for by the Georgia Republican Party
Not authorized by any candidate or any candidate’s committee
P.O. Box 550008 – Atlanta, GA 30355
(404) 257-5559 – www.GAGOP.org – (404) 257-0779 fax
Sue P. Everhart, Chairman – Bert Guy, 1st Vice Chairman – Bob Mayzes, Treasurer
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