What’s Going On in the Palm Beach Schools?

With two special needs children, Jen has seen firsthand the failed policies that have had negative impacts on the students and their families. A fighter, she has been organizing resistance at School Board meetings and in the streets to oppose the mask mandates and the Marxist principles of Critical Race Theory (CRT). She would like to establish transparency and accountability to the School Board and Senior staff, and “scrub and dismantle the socialist ideology & indoctrination through any programs or curriculum, including but not limited to: CRT, racial equity, and an anti- American curriculum.” Jen will help us understand the state of play in our local schools and suggest some ways we can join the fight.

Jen has also decided to be a candidate for School Board District 6.

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Rep. Rick Roth Highlights First Meeting post-Covid on May 25th.

As previously noted, we plan to restart the club meetings in May, and are moving to a new venue – the Palm Beach Kennel Club Paddock restaurant. (NOTE THE NEW DAY AND LOCATION!)

The meeting will focus on the results of the 2021 Florida Legislative session, particularly in the areas of election integrity, public safety, censorship, and what we can expect from redistricting.

HD85 Representative Rick Roth will be our guest, to share his thoughts on these issues.

As the Paddock is not available on Wednesdays, the meeting will be on Tuesday, 5/25. (Subsequent meetings will be the 4th Tuesday of the month.) Lunch will start at 11:30 and the program begins at noon. There is plenty of free parking, and valet parking is available at the door if desired, for $5. Please use the map link below for directions.

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Prior to the Covid shutdowns, we were fortunate to have Donald Trump in the White House, and a national agenda of which we could all be proud. Our borders were under control, we were once again respected in the world, and by all measures, the economy was the best its ever been. It was constitutional government at its best, guided by conservative principles, and driven by results-oriented leaders.

Now of course, that has all changed. The silicon valley oligarchs, fake news media, and corrupt election officials have installed a President and narrow Congressional majority that is hell-bent on destroying 4 years of incredible progress. We must all do our part to resist – in the halls of Congress, in the courts, in the State Governments, and in the streets.

The time for remorse has passed – it is time to act. We must fight the federalization of elections, open borders chaos, bankruptcy level spending, and the corruption of our culture. And we must regain the congressional majority in 2022.

New members are flocking to join the Republican Executive Committee (35 at the last meeting), and we hope to see the same level of growth in the Republican Club system, so we will be actively recruiting new members. To this end we plan a “theme-based” agenda for the rest of 2021. Each meeting will feature a topic in which our members can educate themselves, and become involved in solutions.

Some of this year’s topics include:

• Fighting back with a Congressional Minority
• Activism in Defense of Liberty
• Dealing with Hostile Media
• County and Municipal Aspects of the Federal Stimulus
• A 2022 Election Outlook and How You Can Help
• Education – What is being taught in the PBC Schools?

CANCELLED: Author Al Felzenberg Featured at March Lunch

Author of “A Man and His Presidents: The Political Odyssey of William F. Buckley Jr.”, Alvin Felzenberg served in several senior policy posts at the state and national levels and is a recognized expert on American politics, the American presidency, Congress, and political movements.

William F. Buckley Jr. is widely regarded as the most influential American conservative writer, activist, and organizer in the postwar era. The book is the result of seven years of research and writing, and delves into Buckley’s correspondence, interviews, and includes many rarely seen photographs. This account of one of the most compelling personalities of American politics will appeal to conservatives, liberals, and even the apolitical.

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Alvin S. Felzenberg served in two presidential administrations, as an adviser to the Departments of State and Defense; and was principal spokesman for the 9-11 Commission. From 2010 through 2016, he directed communications for the Joint Economic Committee of the United States Congress. In 2006, Dr. Felzenberg was a Fellow at the Institute of Politics at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard.

Since 2007, Dr. Felzenberg has taught communications at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania. He has also been a lecturer in communications and political science at Princeton, Yale, Johns Hopkins and George Washington Universities. He holds a PhD. in Politics from Princeton University.

His other books include: “The Leaders We Deserved and a Few We Didn’t: Rethinking the Presidential Rating Game” (Basic Books, 2008), “Governor Tom Kean: From the New Jersey Statehouse to the 9-11 Commission” Rutgers University Press, 2006), “Keys to a Successful Presidency” (Heritage Foundation 2000), and other works.

He is a former columnist for US News and World Report. Felzenberg has appeared as a commentator on major public affairs television shows, including CNN’s “Crossfire”, C-SPAN’s “Washington Journal”, MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” and “Hard Ball” with Chris Matthews, National Public Radio’s “Talk of the Nation”, a public affairs broadcast, and multiple others. His writings have appeared in the Washington Post, the Weekly Standard, the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Boston Globe, Christian Science Monitor, Politico, and National Review.

Municipal Candidate Exposition at February Meeting

Along with the Presidential Preference Primary (PPP) on March 17, is a non-partisan election for municipal officers – Mayors, Councilmen and Commissioners in the cities, towns and villages in Palm Beach County. When you go out to vote for President Trump in the Republican primary, look toward the bottom of the ballot and vote for your municipal officials as well.

Since the municipal races are non-partisan, the candidates are not allowed to campaign as members of a political party. We as a Republican Club on the other hand, can offer our support to those candidates that share our Republican values. Those who meet that criteria have been invited to this forum. Some are running against each other, others are facing Democrats.

As of February 22, Wayne Posner, Cameron May, Darryl Aubrey, Rick Maharajh, and David Katz have agreed to participate.

City Councils and Commissions are the entry points for many civic leaders who go on to higher office. Even if you do not live in one of these cities, come and hear from the leaders of tomorrow talk about the issues in their jurisdictions. They all need volunteers, contributions, and overall support.

In the table below, click on the candidates’ picture to access their website (if available).

Boynton Beach Seat 4 D + 25	Incumbent	Rick Maharajh	David Katz
Jupiter Seat 1 R + 13	Wayne Posner (incumbent)	Cameron May
North Palm Beach Seat 3 R + 14	Darryl Aubrey (incumbent)	Kathleen Wallenhorst (Conflict)

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Bahamas Relief and Some Holiday Cheer at our December Lunch

The Mitchells will describe the work of the Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line in providing post-Dorian relief on Grand Bahama Island.

As Co Founders of the 501c3 charity Bahamas Relief, they will report on why the charity was formed, the process to develop the organization, how it got its start, the mission of the group, what has transpired since then, what relief has been sent to the Bahamas since Hurricane Dorian hit in September and what work there is left to do.

We will also hear some holiday tunes from a surprise artist and her saxophone accompaniment.

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Anita Mitchell, a former Chairman of the Republican Party of PBC,is the owner and president of The Mitchell Group in West Palm Beach, one of Florida’s best known marketing, event planning, and corporate relations firms. The firm has provided government relations, new business development, and communications services to a wide range of statewide and national clients. Mitchell has also worked such prominent organizations as Florida TaxWatch, Walt Disney World, and the American Film Institute. Currently, she is Vice President, Corporate and Community Relations, with the Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line (BPCL).

As an active leader in the community, Mitchell has served in numerous high-level civic roles. She has been a board member with the Leukemia Society, the American Cancer Society, the Palm Beach County Sports Commission, and the Florida Department of Children & Families Health and Human Services Board. She was the first woman elected President of The Forum Club of the Palm Beaches.

Kimberly Mitchell is a former West Palm Beach City Commissioner who served from 2002 to 2015. During her tenure on the Commission, Kimberly was a leading proponent of water supply management for the City and region. Having been a leader during numerous droughts, water shortages and polluted water releases from Lake Okeechobee, she understood that in order to assure a lasting water supply, with good quality water at an affordable price, a comprehensive restoration of the Everglades system would be required as part of the solution for water supply.

Kimberly has a well-rounded career that includes working as a governmental affairs professional in Tallahassee where she specialized in local and state representation – and managed local, state and national campaigns.

Probably her most memorable client was the iconic Everglades protector George Barley. In 1994, Kimberley cut her teeth on Everglades restoration when she was part of the team that got Everglades Forever passed in the Florida legislature.

For the past 13 years, in addition to serving as a prominent City Commissioner in Palm Beach County, Kimberly was a managing director for a national investment bank and served accounts throughout Florida, including the South Florida Water Management District.

Congressman Brian Mast at our Veterans Lunch on 11/6

Congressman Mast, currently serving in his second term for District 18, will bring us up to date on the state of play in Congress. With the Democrats irrational attempt at impeaching the President likely sucking the air out of the House of Representatives for the foreseeable future, there will not likely be much Legislation to talk about. He can share with us the prospects for trade agreements, the Federal budget, 2nd amendment issues, and closer to home – water issues in Florida.

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Prior to his election to Congress, Brian followed in his father’s footsteps by serving in the U.S. Army for more than 12 years, earning medals including The Bronze Star Medal, The Army Commendation Medal for Valor, The Purple Heart Medal, and The Defense Meritorious Service Medal. While deployed in Afghanistan, he worked as a bomb disposal expert under the elite Joint Special Operations Command. The last improvised explosive device that he found resulted in catastrophic injuries, which included the loss of both of his legs.

While lying in bed recovering at Walter Reed Medical Center, Brian’s father gave him advice that has stuck with him to this day–to ensure the greatest service he gave to our country and the best example he set for his children was still ahead of him. Brian took this advice to heart and dedicated himself to finding new ways to serve our country and his community.

Brian remained on active duty following the injuries and provided expertise to the National Nuclear Security Administration and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms during his recovery process. After his retirement from the Army, he continued working in counter-terrorism and national defense as an Explosive Specialist with the Department of Homeland Security. Brian subsequently received a degree from Harvard University and volunteered to serve alongside the Israel Defense Forces to show support for the freedom Israel represents throughout the Middle East and the world.

In Congress, Brian strives to serve as he did on the battlefield: without regard for personal gain or personal sacrifice. He is a member of two committees:

• The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, where his priorities include fixing the pressing water quality issues stemming from Lake Okeechobee
• The Foreign Affairs Committee, where he uses his military expertise to help strengthen the safety and security of the United States

Brian lives in Palm City, Fla. with his wife Brianna and four children: Magnum, Maverick, Madalyn and Major.

Armand Grossman on American Exceptionalism

What is it about our country that sets us apart from all others? Some would say the uniqueness of our founding with rights derived from our creator has put us on a clear path of liberty, equality and prosperity. Many on the left of course reject that notion, postulating that we are no different or better than any other nation and do not deserve our place in the world.

Join us in September as Armand Grossman, current President of the Boca Raton Regional Republican Club, explores this concept.

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Armand Grossman has a long standing, highly distinguished affiliation with Florida Atlantic University. Grossman’s deep affinity for FAU began the same year the university opened, as he was a member of the inaugural class. As an undergrad, he was a founder of the Student Government Association, wrote the SGA Charter and served in the first student senate. He was also a founder of the student newspaper, The Atlantic Sun and served as its first sports editor .Grossman received his bachelor’s degree in political science from FAU, along with a master’s degree in education and an MBA in 1977. Along his academic path, he also has earned a certificate in real estate finance from Harvard University.

Grossman is the former vice mayor of the city of Miami Springs, where he served two terms prior to his candidacy for the state legislature. He also served two years as director of the Dade League of Cities.
Professionally, Grossman has spent 35 years in public and private education. While serving in Dade County schools, he was the basketball coach at Miami Northwestern Senior High School where his teams lost a total of six games over a four-year stint. In the past 18 years, he has conducted nearly 1,500 seminars worldwide on the subject of personal transition and individual achievement.

Professionally, Armand is a commercial real estate broker and developer. He is currently working in the Donald Trump Organization. Grossman served as president of the FAU National Alumni Association for two consecutive terms and as the chair of the FAU Foundation Board of Directors in 2004. Most recently, he was appointed to the FAU Board of Trustees and continues to serve as a member. Grossman and his wife Gina reside in Boca Raton with their sons, Michael, 17, and Mark, 12.

Joe Budd on the 2020 Outlook

Joe Budd, State Committeeman and Trump Club 45 President, gave us a positive rendition of our chances for 2020.

An early Trump supporter, Joe was on board within a couple of weeks of the escalator ride. He noticed that it was the outsider candidates (including Fiorina, Cruz) that were getting most of the attention, and Trump was the best of these. Working as volunteer co-chairman of the campaign in the county, Joe helped his candidate achieve 52% of the vote in the primary and more votes in the general (41%) than Romney, McCain or Bush.

In 2020, it looks like the outsiders have the energy among the Democrats as well, with Biden falling and candidates like Kamala Harris making their mark. Joe expects the eventual candidate to move away from current Democrat leadership. Socialism and massive spending programs though, are not likely to do well in our center-right country.

He had some advice for our Congressional candidates. The only state-wide race in 2020 is for President, so that is where the focus and energy will be. Republican candidates need to attach themselves to the Trump agenda and the Trump campaign, otherwise it will be hard for them to raise funds or get noticed. Going it alone is not a smart strategy for next year.

Florida of course is very important to a 2020 victory, and we constitute a campaign region by ourselves with a state Chairman already in place. Unlike 2016, this time the RNC and the Trump campaign are joined at the hip and working smoothly together. This is true also of RPOF.

Joe and the Snowdens started Trump Club 45 to keep track of the large group of voters who came out to vote for Trump, maybe as first-time voters. Turnout was 52% better than in 2012 and we want to keep it that way. The club took the PBC Trump email list that we had compiled during the campaign, and more than doubled it. It is now the largest such club (of many) in the country. Unlike chartered Republican clubs, TC45 is independent, and has a fair number of Democrat members. This is a good thing as the support for the President here in PBC is bi-partisan.

PBC Committeeman and Trump Club 45 President Joe Budd for July Meeting

2020 is coming! What are the state and local plans to re-elect the President and win Republican seats next year? What can we do to help?

With the Florida Democrats pulling out the stops to register 1 million voters and turn the state blue, the 2020 election will be a struggle. Joe Budd will share some of our party’s plans, as well as what the Trump Club 45 will be doing.

Come prepared to get charged up and ready to go!

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President and founder of the Trump Club 45, the largest such club in the country, Joe Budd is our State Committeeman and has been a member of the Palm Beach County Republican Executive Committee Board of Directors. He is a past President of the Boca Raton Regional Republican Club and has been locally active in politics since his run for Congress in 2009. Joe served as a vice chair of the Palm Beach County Trump campaign helping President Trump win a decisive primary victory with 52% of the vote in our county.

Joe has been married to his wife Sherry for 33 years and has three children and one grandchild. Joe operates a successful Financial Planning firm in Boca Raton as well as an Insurance Brokerage firm.

Former Congressman Tom Rooney to Present 2019 Ann Roberts Scholarships

Presenting the awards for the club will be our featured speaker, Former Congressman and Senior Fellow at the LeMieux Center for Public Policy at PBAU, Tom Rooney.

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Tom Rooney recently retired from his position as US Representative for Florida’s 17th Congressional District. Having served since 2008, he was on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Military Construction and Veteran’s Affairs, and State and Foreign Operations. He also served on the House Select Committee on Intelligence and was Chairman of the Intelligence Subcommittee on Emerging Threats. He was also deputy whip when the GOP was in the majority.

Prior to his election to Congress, Rooney worked as an Assistant Attorney General, and was CEO of The Children’s Place at Home Safe, a home for abused and neglected children. He was later appointed by Governor Jeb Bush to the Children’s Services Council of PBC. An attorney, Rooney was in private practice with a Stuart Law Firm.

He has a degree in English Literature from Syracuse University, a master’s degree from the University of Florida, and a JD from the University of Miami School of Law.

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