Monthly Archive for April, 2010

College Republican ‘Not Quite So Communist’ May Day Bash | Saturday

Posted on April 30, 2010 by The Ocean State Republican

The College Republican Federation of Rhode Island will be holding a “Not Quite So Communist” May Day Bash on Saturday, May 1 from 6:30pm until 9:00pm.

Please be our guest this coming Saturday at the JWU Cocktail Lounge of the Hotel Providence for the Annual CRFRI Convention fundraiser/after-party. The 360 degree windowed Johnson and Wales Cocktail Lounge is located on the Second Floor of the Hotel Providence located on Mathewson Street in the heart of downtown Providence. The bash will be a great opportunity for people from all walks of Republican life to hob nob with the state’s most lively conservative activists (the College Republicans) and celebrate our common values with a cocktail or two. All are invited.

Special Guests Include: National College Republican Chairman Zach Howell, CRNC Executive Director Jeremy Hagen, CRNC Northest Regional Vice Chair John Kleinhans and candidates for state-wide office. The is a fundraiser for the CRFRI, which follows their Annual Convention, which is from 1:00PM to 4:00PM on Saturday.

The JWU Cocktail Lounge at the Hotel Providence, is located at 139 Mathewson Street, in Providence, RI 02903. There will be a Cash Bar.

Check out the event at http://www.crfri.org

Suggested Donation: $25
Suggested YR Donation: $15
Checks made out to: The College Republican Federation of Rhode Island

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College Republicans of RI Annual Convention | Saturday

Posted on April 29, 2010 by The Ocean State Republican

Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Providence College Slavin Center Soft Lounge

It’s that time of year again, the time to to transact the organizational business of the year for the CR’s and to plan for the coming year. This year the convention will be at Providence College for the first time since the very first convention of the CRFRI. We will hear a report from the chair, give out the years awards, vote on the Exec Board for the new year.

Special Guests: Zack Howell, Jeremy Hagan and John Kleinhans – College Republican National Committee Chairman, Executive Director and Northeast Regional Vice Chair

Speakers:

Dr. Mike Adams – Prolific scholar, Writer, and Political Commentator
Gio Cicione – Chair of the Rhode Island Republican Party
John Robitaille – Candidate for Governor
Mark Zaccaria – Candidate for Congressional District #2
Bill Clegg – Candidate for Congressional District #2
Will Grapentine – Candidate for State Rep District 69

An after-party/fundraiser will be held in the Johnson and Wales Lounge at the Hotel Providence from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM following the Convention.

Hotel Providence | 139 Mathewson Street | Providence, RI 0290

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Bill Lynch calling the kettle….

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Phil Hirons

http://www.golocalprov.com/index.php/news/breaking-lynch-responds-to-fox-endorsement-of-cicilline/

I can’t decide which ranks higher on the ”Did he actually say that” meter. “overly partisan Congress” or “16-year entrenched incumbent” as both being uttered by the most partisan and in the system democrat in RI.

Let’s not forget his 2008 adds proclaiming “vote for change, vote democrat”  in Rhode Island.

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East Providence GOP ‘Super Spring Spectacular’ | Thursday

Posted on April 28, 2010 by Will Ricci

Since the event is only a day away, those wanting to attend are encouraged to RSVP by e-mail to RSVP [at] epgop [dot] org or via Facebook, and just pay at the door. Facebook users may use the following link to indicate attendance:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117191958292575&ref=mf

Since the last election, courageous officials in East Providence have been at the forefront of protecting long-suffering taxpayers, fighting entrenched special interests, and working hard for the greater good. While we have been winning the battles, we have not yet won the war.

The City of East Providence will be on the frontlines of the battle for Rhode Island in November 2010. Therefore, the East Providence Republican City Committee is waging a very ambitious effort to raise money, to recruit and support quality candidates for all elective offices. To meet our goals, we will need significant financial support from good people living outside of East Providence. You may say, “Why should I help Republicans in a city that I don’t live in?” The answer: Unlike in Las Vegas, what happens in East Providence isn’t going to stay in East Providence. If we don’t succeed, your city or town will be targeted next.

The East Providence Republican City Committee invites all reform-minded citizens to attend its Biggest Fundraiser Ever, the “Super Spring Spectacular.” This event will be held on Thursday, April 29th, 2010, at the Santa Maria Cultural Center, located at 846 Broadway, in East Providence, RI 02914, from 6:30 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. The event will feature Very Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres with a Cash Bar, a superb Silent Auction, great raffles and other surprises, as well as a top-notch Speaking Program of state and local GOP leaders.

Invited speakers include: Gov. Donald Carcieri; E.P. Assistant Mayor Robert Cusack; E.P. School Committee Vice Chair Steven Santos; RIGOP Chairman Gio Cicione; Gubernatorial candidate John Robitaille; R.I. Congressional candidates John Loughlin, Mark Zaccaria & William Clegg; Cranston Mayor Allan Fung; Warwick Mayor Scott Avedisian; and R.I. Attorney General candidate Erik Wallin. Plus, hear from all of our great candidates for state and local office!

Tickets for this great event are affordably priced at only $25.00 per Person or $40.00 per Couple. R.I. Young Republicans may attend for only $15.00, and R.I. College Republicans may attend for FREE. In addition, children of all ages are FREE with a paying Adult. Tables of 8 are available for $160.00 a piece. Sponsorship Opportunities: Platinum: $1000, Gold: $500, Silver: $250, Bronze: $100. Even if you are unable to attend, your contribution in any amount will be gladly accepted.

For those who would still like to mail in a personal contribution, checks or money orders may be sent to: EPGOP, c/o 33 Lakeside Street, Riverside, RI 02915. For any further inquiries, you may contact EPGOP Chair Robert Carlin at 345-6608 or e-mail us at RSVP [at] epgop [dot] org or visit our website at http://www.epgop.org .

We hope to see as many of you as possible in East Providence on the 29th! We are certain that it will be a very memorable and enjoyable event. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Board of Directors,
East Providence Republican City Committee

Robert S. Carlin, Jr. – Chair
Kathy Santos – Vice-Chair
William Ricci, Jr. – Treasurer
Stephanie Sivalingam – Secretary

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Filed Under: 2010 Elections, Fundraisers and Republican Committees Closed

R.I. GOP Candidate Training School Begins on Saturday

Posted on April 28, 2010 by Dave Talan

To:
Definite Candidates For 2010
People Who Might Be Candidates, But Have Not Decided Yet
Key Volunteers Who Will Help Out In Campaigns

Subject:
R.I. GOP Candidate Training School Begins
THIS SATURDAY, MAY 1
9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
At Avedisian Headquarters, 1800 POST ROAD in WARWICK
(Airport Plaza, corner of Post Rd. & Airport Rd., just below and to the left of Staples)

RHODE ISLAND REPUBLICAN PARTY TO
BEGIN 2010 CANDIDATE TRAINING PROGRAM

Warwick – On Saturday, May 1, 2010, the Rhode Island Republican Party will begin its 2010 Candidate Training Program. The first session of this program will be held at the Campaign Headquarters of Mayor Scott Avedisian, located at 1800 Post Road in Warwick, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

While the content of the Candidate Training Program will be directed primarily to candidates for the RI House and Senate, Republican candidates for all state and local offices, as well as their key campaign staff, will be welcome to attend.

The Candidate Training Program will begin with a one-day training session focused on practical requirements for success including: Declaration of Candidacy and signature requirements; Financial Disclosures and the RI Board of Elections; campaign fundraising; media; and issues. Republican Party officers, past candidates and political consultants will be among the presenters at this portion of Training Program.

The RI GOP 2010 Candidate Training Program will resume with an intensive, two-day training session on May 22 and 23 to provide an in-depth look at successful campaign strategies. Additional details regarding the two-day portion of the Training Program will be released at a later date.

Anyone with questions or wishing to attend the 2010 Candidate Training Program must respond by email to: contact [at] rigop [dot] org. (Let us know you are coming, so that we can prepare for the number of people who show up).

Speakers in order:

Signatures, Deadlines Legal Requirements:
Rob Coupe/Dave Talan

Working the Board of canvassers CD / Effective walking lists / Voter Vault:
Sean Gately / Ryan Lund

Effective Campaigning / Issues:
Brian Newberry

Palm Cards, Logo’s Yard Signs, Mailings:
Chuck Mc Gee

Opposition Research:
Bill Felkner

Fundraising:
Heather Philpot

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Filed Under: 2010 Elections, Alerts, Education and Republican Party Closed

No RI Republican State Central Committee Meeting | May 5

Posted on April 28, 2010 by The Ocean State Republican

The next meeting of the Rhode Island Republican State Central Committee had been scheduled to be held on Wednesday, May 5th, 2010, at Location TBA. However, due to various conflicts, it will be rescheduled shortly.

If you have any questions or wish to check on your status as a delegate or alternate, please contact RIGOP HQ at 401-732-8282.

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Boehner Hits Democrats’ Credibility on Wall Street Reform

Posted on April 27, 2010 by The Ocean State Republican

House Minority Leader John Boehner (R-Ohio) on Tuesday attacked the credibility of Democrats on financial reform.

Democrats can’t be trusted on financial reform because of their handling of other issues.

congressional Democrats and President Barack Obama lack credibility on financial reform because of what Boehner called failed promises about the economy, healthcare reform, and bringing down the deficit.

“We’re seeing a growing credibility gap here in Washington,” Boehner said. “Democrats are saying one thing and doing something else.”…

Read More: The Hill

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Guess Who’s the Real Party of Wall Street?

Posted on April 27, 2010 by The Ocean State Republican

This is a new ad by the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) which answers the question, “Guess who’s the REAL Party of Wall Street?”

Hint: It’s not ours.

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East Providence GOP ‘Super Spring Spectacular’ | April 29

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Will Ricci

Facebook users can use this link to indicate event attendance:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117191958292575&ref=mf

Since the last election, courageous officials in East Providence have been at the forefront of protecting long-suffering taxpayers, fighting entrenched special interests, and working hard for the greater good. While we have been winning the battles, we have not yet won the war.

We know that the City of East Providence will be on the frontlines of the battle for Rhode Island in November 2010. Therefore, the East Providence Republican City Committee is waging a very ambitious effort to raise money, to recruit and support quality candidates for all partisan and non-partisan elective offices. To meet our goals, we will need significant financial support from good people living outside of East Providence. You may say, “Why should I help Republicans in a city that I don’t live in?” The answer: Unlike in Las Vegas, what happens in East Providence isn’t going to stay in East Providence. If we don’t succeed, your city or town will be targeted next.

The East Providence Republican City Committee invites all reform-minded citizens to attend its Biggest Fundraiser Ever, the “Super Spring Spectacular.” This event will be held on Thursday, April 29th, 2010, at the Santa Maria Cultural Center, located at 846 Broadway, in East Providence, RI 02914, from 6:30 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. The event will feature Very Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres with a Cash Bar, a great Silent Auction and other surprises, as well as a top-notch Speaking Program.

Guest speakers include: Gov. Donald Carcieri; E.P. Assistant Mayor Robert Cusack; E.P. School Committee Vice Chair Steven Santos; RIGOP Chairman Gio Cicione; Gubernatorial candidate John Robitaille; R.I. Congressional candidates John Loughlin, Mark Zaccaria & William Clegg; Cranston Mayor Allan Fung; Warwick Mayor Scott Avedesian; and R.I. Attorney General candidate Erik Wallin. Plus, meet and hear from all of our great candidates for state and local office!

Tickets for this great event are affordably priced at only $25.00 per Person or $40.00 per Couple. Tables of 8 are available for $160.00 a piece. Children of all ages are FREE with a paying Adult. Sponsorship Opportunities: Platinum: $1000, Gold: $500, Silver: $250, Bronze: $100. Even if you are unable to attend, your contribution will be gladly accepted and much appreciated.

To reserve your tickets today, please send your request and personal check or money order to: EPGOP, c/o 33 Lakeside Street, Riverside, RI 02915. For planning purposes, your timely RSVP and payment in advance is appreciated. For any inquiries, you may contact EPGOP Chair Robert Carlin at 345-6608 or e-mail us at RSVP [at] epgop [dot] org or visit our website at http://www.epgop.org .

We hope to see as many of you as possible in East Providence on the 29th!

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AG Candidate Erik Wallin Renews Call for Appointment of Special Prosecutor

Posted on April 25, 2010 by The Ocean State Republican

April 25, 2010 – Attorney General Candidate Erik Wallin today renewed his call for the appointment of a special prosecutor or the involvement of the U.S. Attorney into the ongoing investigation of Central Falls Mayor Charles “Chuck” Moreau. Noting the article today in the Providence Journal, Wallin stated, “It is clear that this investigation is ongoing by the Rhode Island State Police for the corruption perpetrated on not only the people of Central Falls but all Rhode Islanders and businesses. What I still do not understand is why after almost three months since my initial call for this or a year since this first came to light in the media, Attorney General Lynch has taken no clear action on this matter.” Wallin noted that his original call for either the appointment of a special prosecutor or the involvement of the U.S. Attorney was on January 27th of this year.

Wallin continued, “While today’s article reveals much more of the details of what was occurring and the specifics about what was being charged to board up a house, the underlying public corruption reported is the same that we knew about over a year ago, and is the same that Attorney General Lynch said on the Lively Experiment with Arlene Violet months ago that he would take no action. And as far as I know, there it has stood.” Wallin added, “Attorney General Lynch owes it to the people of Rhode Island to inform them of what will occur in terms of an investigation. While the Rhode Island State Police have launched and are continuing to investigate, who will prosecute is a question that has not been answered.”

Wallin noted that these actions by Mayor Moreau’s longtime friend of severely over-charging for boarding up foreclosed homes under so-called “emergency powers” of Mayor Moreau was first reported by reporter Bill Rappleye in the beginning of 2009. “Attorney General Lynch was put on notice over a year ago about what was occurring,” Wallin stated, “but Attorney General Lynch took no action and therefore Mayor Moreau’s friend reaped millions at the expense of the people of Central Falls, the people of Rhode Island and both national and local businesses. Clearly, this was an attempt to take advantage of the mortgage crisis thinking that the big banks would just pay these outrageous liens no questions asked.”

Wallin reiterated that as Attorney General, he will have a Public Corruption Task Force staffed with seasoned prosecutors who will have primary responsibility for proactively and aggressively investigating and prosecuting cases of public corruption. Noting that the people of Central Falls and others impacted by the public corruption in Central Falls did not call the Attorney General’s Office because they believed no action would be taken due to Mayor Moreau’s close friendship with Attorney General Lynch, Wallin stated that “under my administration, anyone who betrays the public trust will be investigated by my office, be it a republican, democrat, independent or moderate party member.” Wallin will create a 24-hour Corruption Tip-line to the Department of Attorney General so that the public can report claims to the state’s highest law enforcement office and not just the media. “I also make this pledge to Rhode Islanders, at the first sign of any conflict or apparent conflict, I will immediately appoint a special prosecutor who will independently lead the investigation – that way, Rhode Islanders will always know that their interests and rights are being protected, and not just when the target of the investigation is not a personal friend or political supporter of the Attorney General.”

Contact: 401-575-2633 or press [at] erikforag [dot] com

Committee to Elect Erik Wallin Attorney General
2212 Post Road
Warwick, RI 02886

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