A summary of an energizing luncheon and outstanding movie!
Yesterday was a very busy day for RCPB – with both the luncheon, plus the Right Nights showing of Tea Party, The Documentary. Thanks to everyone who worked so hard to make both outstanding events!
Luncheon:
We had a sellout crowd at the luncheon. There were more than 10 walk-ins and the Bear Lakes staff had to scurry around to get more place settings set at the check-in tables. Melissa Andrews (President) called the meeting to order, and Yvonne Inglis led us in the Invocation and Pledge. Anita Mitchell, club 2nd VP, introduced our first speaker, Holly Benson – who is one of four candidates running for Florida Attorney General. Holly cited her experience as the Former Secretary of the FL Agency for Health Care Administration as vital to supporting and following up on Attorney General Bill McCollum’s suit on behalf of Florida against the Health Care law.
Sid Dinerstein, the Palm Beach County GOP Chairman introduced his long-time friend and our main speaker, Aubie Baltin – Editor of “Uncommon Common Sense” an e-mail Economic, Political and Financial newsletter. Aubie spoke about his views of the current banking system (it’s broke), advised buying gold, and told an interesting story from his youth with the resulting point: ‘don’t play the other guy’s game’. That’s one we have to keep in mind as we fight the political battles ahead of us. Melissa extended his time as we wanted to hear more.
After Aubie, candidates Sharon Merchant (Fl Senate, District 27), Pat Rooney and Nancy Cardone (both FL House 83) and Tami Donnally (FL House 85) had their few minutes to call for action. Richard Bowman Carr spoke on behalf of Francisco Rodriguez – also running for FL House 83.
Right Nights:
Ken Barnett in Revolutionary attire ahold of his Gadsden flag, greeted people in the plaza outside of Muvico Parisian at City Place. Attendees were directed downward by club VP John Jamason, and welcomed by Melissa Andrews – our club President. Lots of other club members helped out at merchandise tables and holding signs to inform the public about the movie. Melissa kicked off the meeting with the Invocation and Pledge lead by David Donnally. Ed Lynch – Republican candidate for the April 13th CD19 Special Election spoke about the importance of the election and the short time remaining. We all have to get involved to make it happen!
Time for the movie – and it was great! As one of the several folks in the club who marched on Washington last September 12 – it brought everything back – the march was amazing! The movie traced five normal people (read non-activist) who first got riled up with the bailout of the banks and TARP in 2008, then even more incensed by the Stimulus Bill in early 2009, and each ensuing outrage which turned them into activists. The audience applauded in agreement several times throughout the movie. It was extremely well done and lasted about 105 minutes.
After the movie, Melissa held a drawing for a free copy of the DVD and Sec’y/Treasurer Bette Anne Starkey sold additional copies. If you weren’t able to join us – see the club for additional copies that may be available or find a friend who bought one. You won’t be disappointed. And if you’re feeling down after last weekend – the movie will get you energized to keep on fighting.
If you’re not involved yet – stop complaining and STAND UP. SILENCE IS CONSENT!
Here are some pictures taken by member Shirley Schaff – thanks Shirley! Click on the picture to see the full size version.
