Michelle Terris and Siggy Flicker of JEXIT on October 28th

JEXIT believes that American Jews can no longer blindly vote Democrat. Founded in 2018, JEXIT stands for Jews Exiting the Democrat Party. Our mission is to help educate and encourage Jews to understand that the Democrat party has abandoned them and Israel.

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An accomplished executive in both the corporate and nonprofit worlds, Michelle Terris saw a need in the community to educate Jews on the drastic and alarming changes happening within the Democrat Party. Inspired by Ivanka Trump’s Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, Michelle co-founded The Trump Towel, where proceeds go to Gold Star families for their service to our country. She was co-chair for the Jews for Trump Coalition during the 2016 elections, founded JEXIT in 2018, and rallied on Capitol Hill against antisemitism.

Israeli born and the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, Siggy Flicker is a staunch supporter of Judeo-Christian values and known for her passion for the Jewish community and Israel. Outspoken and fearless, the “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star stands up for those who don’t have a voice. She supports organizations combating the rise in anti-Semitism around the world, as well as the survival of Israel and condemning anti-Zionism. Team #JEXIT is incredibly blessed to have this extraordinary woman as the face of our movement.

Ferrell Brown of Street Grace Florida at September Lunch

Street Grace is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending the sexual exploitation and trafficking of children by leveraging the power of partnerships across government, business, and Faith communities. Ferrell’s organization combats demand and empowers youth through education, technology and community engagement. Their innovative initiatives includes awareness campaigns, survivor support, legislative advocacy, and cutting edge tools like artificial intelligence to disrupt trafficking networks.

During the presentation, Executive Director Ferrell Brown stated that Street Grace leads in the fight to eradicate the commercial sexual exploitation of children, taking a holistic, evidence-based approach that focuses on the four Ps:

• Prevention – preventing sexual exploitation by training parents youth and caring adults. 5th to 8th grader Youth Leadership Academy provides courses dedicated to help students thrive physically, emotionally, mentally, academically and socially. Leaders in communities have provided ~20,000 services to survivors of exploitation and their families survivors/families
• Protection – caring for at-risk children and survivors of sexual exploitation
• Policy – shaping legislation to reduce impunity for predators and better care for survivors
• Pursuit – leveraging the power of AI to deter sexual predators online

Sexual trafficking is basically a supply and demand issue. The supply are children / women mostly on the internet and the demand is many men on the internet purchasing children / women. It was noted that South Florida (Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties) leads sex trafficking in Florida. Just in the last couple of years the need has increased significantly:

• The number of individuals sex trafficked in the United States has increased 92% from 2015 to 2019
• 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys will be sexually exploited by the age of 18
• The number of children / women recruited on Facebook and Instagram increased by 120% from 2019 to 2020
• The commercial sex economy per year in major US cities ranges from $40 million to $290 million

To help eradicate sexual trafficking Street Grace is pioneering solutions to disrupt and prevent the sexual exploitation of children:

• Transaction Intercept – created in collaboration with BBDO, a team of 175 technology developer volunteers, and law enforcement agencies; Transaction Intercept works to find the buyers of minor sex, remove the cloak of anonymity, and disrupt potential transactions
• Justice Protection – Street Grace trains attorneys on how to use current laws to represent survivors who need their records expunged and connect them with survivors in need

If you’re interested in more information about Street Grace and their vision to see a world where all children are free from sexual exploitation, below is their contact information:

Aspects of Human Trafficking with Ferrel Brown

One of the problems exacerbated by four years of Biden’s open borders is the proliferation of human trafficking. For some understanding of this insidious business and what can be done about it

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As the Executive Director of Street Grace in Florida, a leading nonprofit organization committed to combating human trafficking, Ferrell Brown brings extensive experience in both nonprofit and business leadership. Most recently, he led a department tasked with funding millions of dollars in projects in collaboration with nonprofit partners. Through this role, Ferrell has developed a deep passion and burden for addressing the critical issue of human trafficking in our society.

Throughout his career, Ferrell has successfully guided large, diverse teams, drawing on his strengths in leadership, team building, and delivering exceptional service. Ferrell’s achievements include international ministry projects – building orphanages, organizing largescale outdoor gatherings, and establishing service and medical facilities for underserved communities – and managing profitable business ventures.

Ferrell’s background also includes pastoral leadership in multiple American churches, where he has had the honor of supporting and nurturing communities. Personally, he is blessed with a wonderful wife of nearly 30 years and a 15-year-old son; together, they enjoy the beach, pool days, and roller coasters. Outside of family and work, Ferrell is passionate about Georgia Bulldogs football and piloting his V Tail Bonanza

Representative Anne Gerwig Highlights June Lunch

The 60-day session has passed without the budget (so far). It was an amazing experience for me, along with the other “Freshmen” legislators. We have heard that no sessions are mundane but this one surely meets the status of “supernatural.” I have learned so much and vow to be even more effective come January of 2026.

We were able to get 2 bills across the finish line, which is pretty good considering the climate in Tallahassee. Speaking of the climate, we did have a real snow day! I was packed up and ready to drive up when I received notice that the week’s events were canceled. When I did return the following Sunday, there was still snow on the rooftops!

Our first bill that passed established a state-wide Fentanyl Awareness and Education Day. Florida will match the National Day of Awareness on August 21st. Localities are encouraged to meet and discuss the dangers and the loss of life due to this devastating problem.

The second bill allows school districts to remain compliant with the required later start times by filing a detailed report with the Department of Education.

It is my sincere honor to serve District 93 and to work together with all local and state agencies to ensure the best value for your tax dollars and the best quality of life for all of us here in Palm Beach County District 93.

Session Review with Representative Anne Gerwig

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Representative Anne Gerwig represents District 93 in the Florida House of Representatives which serves part of Palm Beach County, consisting of Wellington, parts of Greenacres and a small portion of Royal Palm Beach. She has lived in Palm Beach County for 55 years total, spending the past 34 with her husband in Wellington. They have three children and three perfect grandchildren.

First elected in 2024 and just finishing her first legislative session in Tallahasse, her extensive community involvement includes 14 years in local government – six as a councilwoman and eight as mayor, as well as past presidency of Palm Beach County League of Cities and board membership of the Florida League of Cities.

Red White and Blue BBQ June 14th

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Professor James Todd on Lawfare and What to Do About It

Our May speaker was Professor James Todd of Palm Beach Atlantic, who gave us an interesting perspective on the lawfare being waged against the Trump Agenda by the left and their hand picked partisan judges. Laying out the actions taken by the ACLU, blue state attorney generals and others, he listed some of the areas of attack and suggested some remedies that could be taken in defense.

Counting up the unprecedented number of lawsuits filed against his actions since President Trump took office, Dr. Todd found 214 cases filed (215 with the just filed NPR case). Of these, so far 88 have gone against the administration while 49 did not, an almost 2 to 1 margin. Most of the losses have been in the area of immigration, with mass deportations a particular target.

Some of the hysterical media coverage has involved the Alien Enemies Act and what constitutes “due process” for those deported under it. Judge Boasberg of the DC circuit for example, had begun contempt proceedings against the administration until halted by SCOTUS, for not following his orders to return planes in the air and bring back gang members from El Salvador. Articles of impeachment against this judge have even been introduced in the House. One could ask if these criminal members of Tren de Aragua, (which is listed as a terrorist organization and likely influenced if not controlled by the Maduro government) cannot be deported then who can? As many of these already have existing final orders of removal, what further “due process” would be contemplated?

Other prominent cases involve the canceling of temporary protective status (TPS) (for Venezuelans, Haitians, Afghans and Cameroonians), birthright citizenship and the meaning of the 14th Amendment, Harvard’s right to taxpayer dollars, and many of the anti DEI actions at various levels. All of these are large and important issues affecting foreign policy and national security, and SCOTUS will likely vindicate the Trump actions but it will certainly delay the agenda. Also, fighting Trump is a good resume item for leftist judges and law firms – they will be amply rewarded for being effective roadblocks.

It is interesting to note that the lawsuits against Obama and Biden by the states wanting existing immigration laws to be enforced were defeated because “only the federal government can set immigration policy”, yet when a Republican tries to act under that principal it is rejected. Mass inbound migration YES, mass deportation NO.

Professor Todd identified his hero in all this – Judge James Ho of the 5th circuit Court of Appeals. Appointed by Donald Trump in the first term, Judge Ho rebuked the Supreme Court for blocking the Alien Enemies Act deportations. He expressed frustration over what he saw as excessive expectations placed on lower courts, particularly regarding emergency motions filed at odd hours. In his concurrence, he famously remarked, “We seem to have forgotten that this is a district court—not a Denny’s,” highlighting his concern that courts were being expected to operate like 24-hour diners. Judge Ho is thought to be on the short list for the next Supreme Court opening if one appears during Trump’s term.

Some of the remedies that Professor Todd considers useful:

• SCOTUS could rule against national injunctions in the birthright case or others, though he thinks only Alito and Thomas would likely be willing
• Congress could end them but it would take 60 votes – perhaps it could be attached to a must-pass bill. Democrats have opposed these when the shoe is on the other foot
• Congress could clarify the scope of judicial power
• Trump could suspend Habeas Corpus on an emergency basis
• Congress or the administration could reform the asylum system
• Congress can certify the DOGE cuts (rescission bill?)
• Congress can abolish departments – like the department of Education
• SCOTUS could clarify the 14th amendment on birthright citizenship (stop for illegals but likely allowing “birth tourism”)
• SCOTUS could clarify that a President can fire or disband any “policy making” employee or agency
• SCOTUS could recertify that a actions under the Foreign Enemies Act are not subject to judicial review to second guess a President

Also speaking at the meeting were Gretchen Feng who is running for House District 87, and Chair Rosemary O’Meara of the President’s council to discuss the barbeque on June 14th.

Lawfare – Rogue Judges and National Injunctions with Professor James Todd

Recently, the Supreme Court heard arguments regarding the ending of birthright citizenship, and more broadly, the legality of country-wide injunctions and restraining orders from federal district judges. For some thoughts on this and other aspects of the current lawfare by the left

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Dr. James Todd joined the Palm Beach Atlantic faculty in 2015, and is currently the Academic Affairs Director for the LeMieux Center for Public Policy. He specializes in American governmental institutions and constitutional law. Dr. Todd serves as an academic advisor to the pre-law students at PBA and directs the PBA Mock Trial team, which he founded in 2016. Dr. Todd teaches the subjects of American government and politics, constitutional law, political science research methods, the Freedom in American Society course, and courses in the humanities sequence. He won the 2023 Charles and Hazel Corts Award for Outstanding Teaching.

Dr. Todd’s research and writing focus on the Supreme Court’s influence on American society. His research has appeared in the Journal of Law and Courts and the Journal of Supreme Court History. He regularly gives public talks and media commentary about the Constitution, the Supreme Court, and American politics in the West Palm Beach area.

Dr. Todd received a Ph.D. in political science and a J.D. degree, both from the University of Alabama. Prior to his academic appointment, he was a practicing attorney for 10 years.

Brigadier General Mark Holler to be April Speaker

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Brigadier General (Ret.) Mark A. Holler most recently served as the Deputy Commanding General – Operations for Eight Army in South Korea (2022-23). A native of Florida, Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Holler graduated from the University of North Florida in 1992 as a ROTC Distinguished Military Graduate. His advanced education includes a master’s degree in military operational art and science and a master’s degree in strategic studies.

Over a 31-year active duty career, Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Holler served in leadership positions ranging from platoon leader to commanding general. He served a total of eight years overseas, to include five combat tours in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, and three assignments within the Pacific region. Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Holler also served in the Pentagon as the Director of Fires on the Army staff and Executive Officer to the Inspector General of the Army.

Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Holler’s awards and decorations include the Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit (six awards), Bronze Star (three awards), Meritorious Service Medal (five awards), and Joint Service Commendation Medal. His badges include the Ranger Tab, Master Parachutist Badge, Combat Action Badge, Senior Space Badge, Inspector General Badge, and the Army Staff Identification Badge.

2025 Anne Roberts Scholarship

The Republican Club of the Palm Beaches’ Scholarship was named after a long-standing and active member of our Club, Anne Roberts.

The Anne Roberts Memorial Scholarship is available to any resident of Palm Beach County who is a full or part time undergraduate or graduate student seeking to further their education. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or above and plan to attend an accredited college. Applicants must be registered (or pre-registered under 18 yrs. of age) Republicans. Current members of our Club may refer applicants for this scholarship. The deadline for this application is May 31. The recipient will be eligible to receive up to $500 to be sent to the school they will attend. Award will be presented at the monthly luncheon in June 2024.

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RCPB Scholarship application 2025

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