Pat Rooney Anchors May Lunch
A good crowd of committed Republicans and many candidates for office turned out for the May club meeting featuring State Representative Pat Rooney and a special appearance by Senate candidate Marielena Stuart. Introduced by Carol Hurst who along with many of us had heard Ms. Stuart's excellent speech at the Jupiter meeting of the PBC Tea Party, she did not disappoint. Drawing understanding from her background growing up in Castro's Cuba, Marielena... [Read More...]
Adam Hasner anchors March Lunch
Former Florida House Speaker and current CD22 candidate Adam Hasner brought his message of America at the tipping point to the RCPB March lunch at Bear Lakes today. Adam will likely face Democrat candidate and former West Palm Mayor Lois Frankel in November in the newly constituted D + 9 District. "Children born today could likely see the arrival of the 22nd century," he began. What kind of a future will they experience? We are close to a tipping... [Read More...]
Encouraging Words from Ralph Reed
Faith and Freedom Foundation Founder Ralph Reed rallied the troops with an inspiring pep talk at Binks Golf Club. Jointly hosted by Palm West Republican Club, the Republican club of Central Palm Beach County, and the Republican Club of the Palm Beaches, the event was a good kickoff to election season in this very important year. Club Presidents Janeen Capizola, Tami Donnally and Melissa Andrews respectively welcomed Ralph to Palm Beach County... [Read More...]
January Lunch Featured Dr. Carrie Blanchard
The Club's January luncheon was the venue for Part I of the two-part series: Economic Freedom and the Path to Prosperity. The Club was joined by Dr. Carrie Blanchard from the Florida Chamber Foundation, who offered some valuable insight into the state of Florida's economy and the opportunities that exist for our leaders to help promote greater economic freedom for all Floridians. The second half of the two-part series will take place at... [Read More...]
A Look Inside ACORN
Join us on November 15 for a special program provided by RCPB and Americans for Prosperity. Go to article→
Conservative Solutions to Illegal Immigration
Our October meeting featured a debate on solutions to illegal immigration in Florida. Moderated by Rick Kozell, the panel consisted of Florida 82 Representative William Snyder, Brewster Bevis of Associated Industries of Florida, and two local business owners who confront the issue on a regular basis, Richard Roth of Roth Farms, and Sean Rooney of Link Staffing. A synopsis will follow. Pictures from Delia and Fred. Go to article→
September Lunch with Slade O’Brien had a Focus on Activism
Today's RCPB Luncheon was focused on activism. After the Invocation and Pledge led by Sid Lanier, Club President Melissa Nash welcomed Honoraries - Gary Nikolits, PBC Property Appraiser and Bill Diamond, Palm Beach City Council. Melissa then had several club members briefly comment on their experiences at Presidency 5 and CPAC-FL in Orlando the prior week. Melissa then introduced Slade O'Brien, Florida State Director of Americans for Prosperity. ... [Read More...]
Senate President Haridopolis Highlights July Lunch
The July RCPB lunch featured Mike Haridopolis who was well received as President of the Senate, even if he has ended his Senate campaign. As previously reported, he recognized that the importance of leading the FL Senate would require more time than allowed by being a candidate for US Senate. He vowed that he would not be running for any office while holding his present position. Of interest to many in the group, he answered a question about... [Read More...]