A packed agenda, a full house and a new format for our Monthly Luncheon
Melissa packed a lot into today's RCPB Monthly luncheon! We began with an invocation by Dr. David Donnally (husband of Tami Donnally who is running for the FL 85th District) after which he led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Lou Galterio sang a beautiful rendition of the Star Spangled Banner and we were off with a bang. Our new luncheon format is a buffet. While as with any change, there were folks who loved it and folks who didn't - it... [Read More...]
Sen Nelson Speaks to Forum Club – Summary
Several RCPB members had the opportunity to hear from Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL) when he spoke to the Forum Club on February 18, lamenting that his friend, Senator Evan Bayh (D-IN), felt that things in Washington were so broken that he would not run for re-election. Although Senator Nelson agrees many things are not working, he vows to continue his fight. Senator Nelson was asked to address the economy and finances of the country. He was not afraid... [Read More...]
Vote in the Uniform Municipal Elections on March 9th!
The Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections has posted the sample ballots for the towns that will be having Municipal Elections on March 9th. Click HERE to see if your municipality is having an election, do your research and vote! Go to article→
Glenn Beck at CPAC 2010
Local Heros at CPAC-2010
South Florida is well represented this year at CPAC. Marco Rubio gave the keynote address, Ed Lynch spoke at a panel on illegal immigration, and Allen West had both a panel on Jihad as well as a 15 minute address on Saturday afternoon. Watch their speeches here. (NOTE: You can watch the CPAC Finale with Glenn Beck HERE) Also, check out the Post on Politics stories on Allen West and Edward Lynch. Marco Rubio Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Edward... [Read More...]
Rubio/Crist to debate on Fox News Sunday on March 28th
Marco Rubio promised Fox News Sunday the first debate. Charlie Crist is trying to force him to go onto Meet the Press at an earlier date, however Rubio is holding fast to his promise. See Rubio/Crist debates. Go to article→
A good essay on the people, teaparties and progressivism
There are more similarities between the Boston Teaparty and the current grassroots teaparties than most acknowledge. The Progressive Movement, beginning with President Wilson, has made the government less accountable to the people. This has only increased since then. The author explains why in Party Like It's 1773. Go to article→
Ed Lynch Volunteers Needed for Lake Worth and Boynton Beach Area
This is from Kathy Robbins of the Ed Lynch Campaign We are creating a team to get out the vote for Ed Lynch in the Lake Worth, Boynton Beach area. We are looking for people who live in area gated communities (or know anyone who does!) as well as those willing to distribute Ed’s literature to small businesses. We have several projects going and our needs are varied so there is a place for everyone willing to give some time (even a couple of... [Read More...]
After you hear Elizabeth’s story – join her in making a statement!
Elizabeth Andrijauskas stands up for America Monday through Saturday every day rain or shine. The South Florida 912 group had a rally for Elizabeth in January, surprising her on the corner of 441 and Okeechobee. They've decided to make it a monthly meetup. Details can be found here. Go to article→
RNC Chief Courts Grass Roots Leaders
According to the Washington Post, about 50 leaders of grass roots groups are meeting with RNC Chairman Michael Steele and top party "operatives" tomorrow in Washington. Karin Hoffman, the South Florida leader of DC Works for US is quoted in the story: Karin Hoffman, founder of DC Works For Us, a South Florida tea party group, said she initiated the meeting by approaching Steele last month and asking him to sit down with a range of tea party organizers. essay... [Read More...]