The Republican Party of Stanislaus County is committed to the principles of the Republican Party. We are the party of smaller government, lower taxes, individual freedom, strong national security, respect for the sanctity of life, traditional marriage, the importance of family and the exceptionalism of America.
THE 2010 ELECTION SEASON
The June 8th Primary Election presents some unique opportunities as well as challenges for voters in Stanislaus County. With the "retirements" of Senator Dave Cogdill and Congressman George Radanovich, along with the expiration of Senator Jeff Denham's term in the State Senate, we will have four open seats. Assemblyman Tom Berryhill has announced that he will be a candidate to succeed Senator Cogdill, creating an open race for the 25th Assembly.
Five Republicans have announced that they will be candidates to succeed the Assemblyman. In alphabetical order, they are Former Modesto City Council member Janice Keating; Tuolumne County Supervisor Terri Murrison; City Council member Kristin Olsen; Radanovich field representative and former Turlock City Council member, Kurt Vander Weide; and Riverbank City Council member Jesse James White. The winner of that contest will be on the November ballot.
Senator Denham announced that he will be a candidate to succeed Congressman Radanovich in the 19th Congressional District. There are two other Republicans in that race from the Fresno area plus former Congressman Richard Pombo. The winner of that contest will be on the November ballot.
Each of the candidates has a website. Soon you will be able to access all the candidates at the Committee site: www.stanislausgop.org.
We have our work cut out for us keeping the 12th Senate District in the Republican column but with Ceres Mayor Anthony Cannella as our candidate, we stand a good chance. He is working daily, raising money, getting endorsements and meeting voters.
On the local scene, all the county constitutional offices will be up for election or re-election in June. Dave Cogdill has already announced that he will run for Assessor. Stephen Smith is on the verge of announcing that he will run for Auditor/Controller. District Attorney Birgit Fladager will stand for re-election as will Clerk Recorder/Registrar of Voters, Lee Lundrigan. Sherriff Adam Christianson is also asking voters for another four-year term. There will be two supervisor district contests. Supervisor Dick Monteith has announced that he will seek a second term in District 4. There will be an open contest for District 3 with one Republican in that race now and that is Terry Withrow.
Additionally, there will be contests in all the cities in the county except Modesto and Ceres for mayor and/or city council. The Modesto Chamber of Commerce, The Modesto Bee, the Democrat Party and the Republican Party are sponsoring a Campaign Workshop on Wednesday, February 10th at the Modesto Library. There will also be a Nuts and Bolts session in June. For more information and to register, please call the Chamber at 209-577-5757.
After the June 8th Primary your county Republican Party will have a campaign office. It is our fervent hope that each of you will want to work with us to elect the Republicans on the November ballot. The Republican Party does not endorse candidates for partisan offices in the Primary. Once the Primary is behind us, we support the Republican that the voters elect to be our candidate for all partisan offices. Watch the website and the Modesto Bee for the announcement of the location and hours of operation.
In California, each political party has a Constitutional right to choose how candidates are selected for the General Election. The Republican Party has consistently chosen to restrict voting to registered Republican voters. If you have friends or relatives, especially in the Tea Party movement, who are registered as Decline to State, Independent or whatever, they will not have the opportunity to vote for the Conservative candidates our party will have on that primary ballot. Please, please, encourage him/her to re-register with our party. Forms can be picked up at our office or mailed to them. Call the office.
FEBRUARY 1st, RPSC MEETING
Mike DerManouelwill address our meeting at the Eichel Building, 118 W. Orangeburg Avenue, Modesto at 6:00 p.m. Ron and Melinda Mason will host the reception prior to the 6:30 meeting. Mr. DerManouel is the Founder and President of the Fresno Lincoln Club.
He has been active in Republican politics for two decades and served as Treasurer of the California Republican Party. He will talk about the health care: What is Reform? He will also talk about the contest to fill the Congressional seat being vacated by George Radanovich. For additional information, please call Cami Rodgers at 209-571-8118
We are pleased to announce that Jon Fleishman, publisher of the FlashReport, will give the keynote address for this year's Lincoln Day Dinner March 11th at the Doubletree Hotel in Modesto. The evening's speaker will be Assemblyman Chuck DeVore [challenging Barbara Boxer for the U.S. Senate].
This has been a popular, well-attended event for the last several years for the Republican Party of Stanislaus County.We are dedicated to informing members and the public on the principles of the Republican Party and recruiting, training, supporting and electing pro-business candidates.
We are offering several levels of participation:
*****Five Star sponsorships are available at $1500.00 for a table of 8.Sponsors will be listed in the program, upcoming newsletters and on our website.Table signage will be provided and you and your guests may attend aprivate reception from 5:30-6:30.
***Three Star sponsorships are available at $1,000.00 for a table of 8.Sponsors will be listed in the program, upcoming newsletters and on our website.Table signage will be provided and you and 3 of your guests may attend the private reception.
* One Star sponsorships are available for $500.00 for a half table of 4. Sponsors will be listed in the program, upcoming newsletters and on our website. Table signage will be provided and you may bring a guest to the private reception.
All table sponsors will receive a gift basket.
Individual seats may be reserved for $75.00.
This year we have a special price for college students of only $40
The evening's program will start at 6:30. Rob Johnson, host of Rob Johnson in the Morning on KMPH 840 Talk Radio, will be the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. With all state Constitutional offices as well as county offices on the June 2010 ballot, we anticipate increased interest and attendance at this years Lincoln Day Dinner. This is an opportunity for you to mix and mingle with Republican friends and get information from a prominent political activist. Most, if not all, of our Republican legislators are expected to attend.
This is the primary fundraising event for the local Republican Party and your support, past, present and future is appreciated. Register today and pay via check or by credit online.
CALIFORNIA REPUBLICAN ASSEMBLY
Stanislaus CRA
Meets 3rd Thursday in Februaryat La Morenita Restaurant in Ceres. Call President Susan Dignan at (209) 545-3216 for information about their next meeting.
California Republican Assembly
75th Anniversary Celebration & Endorsing Convention, Knott's Berry Farm Resort Hotel, Buena Park, March 5-7. Registration & information at
Modesto RWF meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Skewers Restaurant on the corner on 9th and J Streets in Modesto at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is $15.00. Call 209-567-3399 for reservations.
Stanislaus East RWF
Stanislaus East RWF meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at Perko's, 2120 Patterson Rd , Riverbank at 6:00 p.m. Dinner is $15.00. Call (209) 204-7888 for reservations.
Turlock RWF
Turlock RWF Meeting February 10th at On Broadway, Two Guys Catering, 156 Broadway [across from City Hall], Turlock at 11:30 a.m. Call President DeeDee Santos at (209) 669-0143 for information & reservations.
UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS 2010
Upcoming Speakers for our Monthly RPSC Meetings
March 1st: Tom Changnon, Stanislaus County Superintendent of Schools. Topic: Education Boot Camp & other innovative educational programs.
April 5th: Endorsement of Candidates on the June 2010 ballot.
May 3rd: Panel presentation on Initiatives/Propositions on June 2010 ballot.
June 7th: Mike Winther, President & Founder of The Principle Studies Institute. Topic: Public Policy & the Constitution.
PLANNED EVENTS FOR 2010
Campaign Workshop Wednesday February 10th, Modesto Library
Lincoln Day Dinner: March 11th
Candidates Forum,
April: hear what each has to offer before the primary
Spring Reception/Luncheon:
Date and Speaker TBA
4th of July Parade and Picnic in th Park,
July 4th
Stanislaus Co. Fair:
July 18-25.
Grand Old Picnic:
Sept 13th
Detail for these events and other election events will be announced as they become available.
RPSC | PO Box 941 | Modesto, CA 95353 |
Phone 209-571-8118 |
Headquarters: 909 15th Street, Suite 5, Modesto, CA 95354
Host Committee
Matt & Barbara Bruno Tony & Gretta Bruno
Assembly Member Bill Berryhill Assembly Member Tom Berryhill
Sean & Sundy Carroll Senator Jeff Denham
Kris & Jennifer Helton George Petrulakis
Prime Shine Car Wash Sentinel Rock Realty Trust
West Coast Grape Growers
$500 ~ Host Committee
$150 ~ Per Couple
$100 ~ Per Person
5 Star - Table for 8, table signage and listing in the program and on our website, private reception with our guest speakers and other dignitaries from 5:30 - 6:30 for you and your table guests.
3 Star - Table for 8, table signage and listing in the program and on our website, private reception for you and 3 of your guests with our guest speakers and other dignitaries.
1 Star - A half table (for 4). Table signage and listing in the program, private reception for you and 1 of your guests with our speakers and other dignitaries.
Location: The Eichel Building, 118 W. Orangeburg Ave, Modesto
Program: The November 2nd meeting will feature a presentation on health care issues and legislation by Mike DerManouel, President Lincoln Club of Fresno and former Treasurer of the California Republican Party. He is also a regular contributor to the Flash Report. He is an account executive with San Joaquin Valley Insurance Associates, Inc in Fresno.
The monthly business meeting will follow the program.
The July 6th meeting of the Republican Party of Stanislaus County will feature a presentation by Brad Dacus, President of the Pacific Justice Institute. PJI is a non-profit legal defense organization specializing in the defense of religious freedom, parental rights, and other civil liberties. Pacific Justice Institute's strategy is to coordinate and oversee large numbers of concurrent court actions through a network of over 1,000 affiliate attorneys nationwide. And, according to former United States Attorney General Edwin Meese, “The Institute fills a critical need on the West Coast for those whose civil liberties are threatened.” The services of PJI are offered without charge.
The meeting, at the Eichel Building, 118 W. Orangeburg Avenue Modesto, begins at 6:00 p.m. with a reception hosted by Mr. Jeff Perine, Candidate for Modesto City Council Seat #4. Mr. Dacus will begin his presentation at 6:30 p.m. followed by questions. A business meeting will follow his remarks. The meeting is free and open to the public.
For additional information about the RPSC, contactCami Rodgers at 209-571-8118.
