Santa Clarita Valley Congress of Republicans


	Next CCR Convention to be Co-Hosted by SCVCR August 30, 2010 The next CCR Annual Convention, to be held in Southern California the weekend of Jan. 28-30, 2011, will be co-sponsored by the Hollywood and Santa Clarita Valley chapters. During the weekend convention, statewide CCR officers will be elected and installed for the next two years. Participants also will network with other chapters and share ideas, as well as vote to endorse CRP officers, make any proposed changes to the bylaws, policies and procedures. Local legislators and Republican candidates will be invited to participate in a lively discussion of the issues of the day. The event will feature entertainment, guest speakers and a program that will make for an enjoyable weekend. It is imperative that we have a good turnout at this annual event. We are working with the Hollywood chapter to find a suitable location for this event; there's a good possibility the convention will be held in the Santa Clarita Valley. We'll update you further when we have more information. Former Assemblyman Dr. Keith Richman Dies August 2, 2010 Dr. Keith Richman, the former state Assemblyman and longtime health-care advocate, died late Friday, July 30, following a year-long battle with brain cancer. His wife Suzan and his family were at his side when he passed at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. The 56-year-old physician and philanthropist served in the Assembly from 2000 to 2006, becoming a champion of better health care and bringing a unique perspective to Sacramento. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger referred to Richman as a "passionate public servant." Richman made partnerships with legislators on both sides of the aisle to work on issues such as pension reform, health care and workers comp, and he was honored during his very first term by being named "Rookie of the Year." He was a familiar and friendly face at many SCV Congress of Republicans' events, as well as other functions throughout the Santa Clarita Valley. After leaving office, he created the California Foundation for Fiscal Responsibility, which sought to educate and inform lawmakers and the public about state employee retirement benefit issues, as well as fiscally reponsible and fair solutions. Born in Syracuse, N.Y., on Nov. 21, 1953, he pursued a career in medicine as his father had before him. He attended UC Davis for his pre-med degree and was named a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar. He went on to earn his master of public health and M.D. degrees at UCLA. The SCV Congress of Republicans will miss him dearly. History Refresher: GOP Accomplishments Shouldn't be Forgotten June 28, 2010 Did you know that Republicans were the ones who freed the slaves. Republicans also passed the 14th Amendment that guaranteed due process and equal protection of the laws to all citizens. The original purpose of the 14th Amendment was to defend African-Americans from their Democrat oppressors in the post-Civil War South. The principal author of the 14th Amendment was U.S. Rep. John Bingham (R-OH). In Congress, all votes in favor of the 14th Amendment were from Republicans, and all votes against it were from Democrats. Republicans also are responsible for the passage of the 15th Amendment, which extended the right to vote to African-Americans. In 1869, the Republican-controlled 40th Congress passed this amendment, with nearly all Republicans in Congress voting in favor, though a few abstained, saying it did not go far enough. Nearly all Democrats in Congress voted against it. The 15th Amendment was ratified the following year, but Democrats prevented most African-Americans from voting for nearly a century by using intimidation, poll taxes, registration fraud and literacy tests against them. More Incumbents Declared Winners in Santa Clarita City Council Race April 23, 2010 The final results from the April 13, 2010 election have incumbent Santa Clarita council members Marsha McLean, Laurene Weste and Frank Ferry winning re-election. It took more than a week for the city to declare the winners because of a particularly close race between Ferry and challenger David Gauny. Ferry was just 69 votes ahead of Gauny on election night, with hundreds of absentee ballots yet to be counted. Ultimately, Ferry prevailed with 32 more votes than Gauny. Updated Election Results Republican Primary Election Forum Slated May 6. Be There! April 16, 2010 We are faced with some important decisions in California’s Primary Election on June 8. Now, perhaps more than ever in recent history, the outcome of this election could have a profound effect on you, your family, and the freedoms and liberties we sometimes take for granted. We urge you to become knowledgeable about the issues and the candidates by attending our Republican Primary Election Forum, scheduled 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 6 at Mulligans Restaurant, 25848 Tournament Road, Valencia. More Latest Issue of 'Synopsis' Newsletter Available Online Now March 9, 2010 Our quarterly newslettter, Synopsis, keeps members informed about key issues and upcoming events. The Winter 2010 issue can be read online or downloaded. Synopsis SCV Congress of Republicans Endorses Weste for City Council March 5, 2010 The Santa Clarita Valley Congress of Republicans (SCVCR) voted March 4 to endorse Mayor Laurene Weste in her re-election bid for Santa Clarita City Council. The decision by the SCVCR Board followed a session during which five council candidates addressed the membership and participated in a question-and-answer period. Weste was the only candidate to receive the two-thirds vote required for endorsement by the SCVCR’s bylaws. Press Release Brown Installed as 2010 President During Feb. 5 Installation February 23, 2010 The SCV Congress of Republicans installed its officers and board members (see column at right) for 2010 during a special installation dinner at Le Chene on Feb. 5. President's Message Help the Haiti Relief Effort January 17, 2010 The catastrophic Haiti earthquake has significantly impacted the lives of about 3 million people. Countless citizens have been killed or injured. Haitian Interior Minister Paul Antoine Bien-Aimé believes that up to 200,000 have died as a result of the disaster, exceeding earlier Red Cross estimates of 45,000 to 50,000. Prime Minister Jean-Max Bellerive announced that more than 70,000 bodies have already been buried in mass graves. The people of Haiti need your assistance. Please donate what you can NOW! Clinton Bush Haiti Fund l American Red Cross Text "Haiti" to "90999" to send a $10 donation. The charge will appear on your cell phone bill. Republican Heroes January 11, 2010 The Republican Party has a rich history of men and women who fought for freedom and equality. Click here for a sample of the many historical heroes who have long since gone but left a lasting impression on the party, the country, and the world. Barbecue Fundraiser Photos October 4, 2009 The Annual Barbecue Fundraiser was once again held at the beautiful home of Richard and Marian Sandnes. Jeff Brown (right) served as auctioneer. Photos Get Updates on YouTube or Your Mobile Device The Republican National Committee now has a presence on YouTube (click the logo at right). The RNC also is offering free mobile updates on breaking news and urgent action alerts. Sign up History of the 'GOP' The Republican Party was born in the early 1850s by anti-slavery activists and individuals who believed that government should grant western lands to settlers free of charge. More SANTA CLARITA VALLEY CONGRESS OF REPUBLICANS Mailing Address: P.O. Box 803193, Santa Clarita, CA 91380 l Webmaster	Welcome! Thank you for visiting the online home of the Santa Clarita Valley Congress of Republicans. We are a grassroots Republican organization and an official chapter of the California Congress of Republicans. We hold regular meetings once a month, sponsor special events throughout the year, and welcome like-minded Republicans to join us. Next Meeting Please join us for our next meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010 at LB Mulligans, 25848 Tournament Road, Valencia. Officers Jeff Brown PRESIDENT Carlos Villamayor FIRST VICE PRESIDENT Bill Cooper 2ND VICE PRESIDENT Hunt Braly TREASURER Cindy Tanner RECORDING SECRETARY Kevin Korenthal MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Patty Kelly IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Directors Jim Berger Phil Ellis John Green Mark Hershey RJ Kelly Cathy Kennedy James McCarthy Gloria Mercado-Fortine Joe Messina Richard Sandnes Katie Varner