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RI Republican Assembly Meeting | Thursday

Posted on November 7, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

This is a reminder that Rhode Island’s largest Conservative organization, the RHODE ISLAND REPUBLICAN ASSEMBLY, will hold its next meeting on Thursday, November 10th, 2011.

The RIRA monthly meeting will be held in the lower-level of Tri-City Elk’s Lodge No. 14, at 1915 West Shore Road, in Warwick. For those wishing to eat before the RIRA meeting commences, dinner is available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm. The cost for dinner is about $8.00 per person. There is also a Cash Bar available. The RIRA business meeting begins at 7:00PM.

The main agenda item will have to do with “GOTV” for the vote on Wednesday, November 16th (at the RIGOP meeting) regarding the RI Republican Primary. We have a special project which we will need help with following the business meeting. The guest speaker for the meeting will be Terry Gorman from Rhode Islanders for Immigration Law Enforcement (RIILE), who will be talking with us about in-state tuition for illegal alien students. We will also be discussing the U.N.’s Agenda 21.

The RIRA is the Rhode Island affiliate of the National Federation of Republican Assemblies, a thoughtful national organization of GOP conservatives working to grow and strengthen the Republican Party in the tradition of President Ronald Reagan. This is a dinner meeting, and if you want to eat, you pay for your own meal. Any like-minded conservative Republican is welcome to attend.

For more information, please contact RIRA President Raymond McKay at 401-487-2514 or president [at] ri-ra [dot] org.

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Eric Golub: Live from the 2011 NFRA Convention

Posted on November 4, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

This commentary by conservative blogger and comedian Eric Golub includes a great overview of the recent NFRA Convention in Des Moines, Iowa. As you may recall, Eric was the featured performer at the RIRA’s “Conservative Comedy Night” fundraiser back in May. We appreciated the positive reference to the Rhode island Republican Assembly (RIRA):

…The NFRA calls itself the “Republican wing of the Republican Party.” When the GOP decides to cave in to the left, the NFRA is there to remind everyone the benefit of standing on conservative principles.

The head of the NFRA is Rod Martin, and his organization has chapters throughout the United States from Rhode Island to Hawaii. In Rhode Island, the Republican Assembly often has larger gatherings at meetings than the GOP itself.

The convention was a successful showcase of rising stars in the GOP…

READ MORE: The Washington Times Communities

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RI Republican Assembly Meeting | November 10

Posted on November 1, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

This is a reminder that Rhode Island’s largest Conservative organization, the RHODE ISLAND REPUBLICAN ASSEMBLY, will hold its next meeting on Thursday, November 10th, 2011.

The RIRA monthly meeting will be held in the lower-level of Tri-City Elk’s Lodge No. 14, at 1915 West Shore Road, in Warwick. For those wishing to eat before the RIRA meeting commences, dinner is available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm. The cost for dinner is about $8.00 per person. There is also a Cash Bar available. The RIRA business meeting begins at 7:00PM.

The main agenda item will have to do with GOTV for the vote on Wednesday, November 16th regarding the RI Republican Primary.

The RIRA is the Rhode Island affiliate of the National Federation of Republican Assemblies, a thoughtful national organization of GOP conservatives working to grow and strengthen the Republican Party in the tradition of President Ronald Reagan. This is a dinner meeting, and if you want to eat, you pay for your own meal. Any like-minded conservative Republican is welcome to attend.

For more information, please contact RIRA President Raymond McKay at 401-487-2514 or president [at] ri-ra [dot] org.

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Happy Tenth Anniversary, RIRA!

Posted on October 27, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

Today is the actual Tenth Anniversary of the “Republican Wing of the Republican Party” in Rhode Island, the RHODE ISLAND REPUBLICAN ASSEMBLY!

The RIRA was officially chartered as a chapter of the the National Federation of Republican Assemblies (NFRA) on October 27th, 2001.

Due to the proximity of the actual anniversary date to the NFRA Presidential Preference Convention in Des Moines, Iowa (where a number of RIRA leaders are at present), the “official” RIRA anniversary celebration will be held during the third week of November. There will be much more to come about that shortly. Thank you to all of our members and friends for your continued support.

The RIRA website is at http://ri-ra.org .

You can also find us on Facebook, as well as on Twitter.

The NFRA website is at http://republicanassemblies.org .

You can follow the NFRA Presidential Preference Convention at http://convention.republicanassemblies.org

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NFRA Convention Update

Posted on October 25, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

Three Days to Convention!

We are on our way to Des Moines!

So much is happening on the ground in Iowa, we don’t have time to tell you everything, but here are some highlights:

We’ve confirmed Santorum, Paul, Cain, Gingrich, and Anita Perry – and we’re in talks with the rest.

National media is coming: NBC, C-SPAN, CNN, Human Events, WorldNetDaily – and those are just the ones we know about.

Iowans are coming: If you have friends and family in Iowa (and we know you do) tell them about the Straw Poll, and make sure they come to support their candidate – or figure out who their candidate is if they aren’t sure yet. This is why we chose Iowa for convention! $20 gets them in the door, to the candidates, and lunch to boot. It’s a great deal! Straw Poll tickets are available on the convention website.

It isn’t too late to register for convention, but it is getting close. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime event!

We’re going to need your help. We are rolling out the carpet to Iowans and the candidates. We’ll be calling on you to help us put NFRA’s best foot forward. If you can help, or can serve in particular ways, please reply to this email so we can connect you with the Hospitality Committee. Everything is in place but you!

We are so thankful to our sponsors:

Bott Radio Network
Tea Party of America
Aletheia Group LLC
Buck CPA
California Republican Assembly
ccAdvertising
Fair Tax Nation
Gravis Marketing
Heritage Foundation
Strong America Now
The Martin Organization
We are also thankful to the Leadership Institute for providing grassroots training.

Can’t wait to see You in Des Moines!

CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER

(The NFRA is the national parent organization of the RIRA.)

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Breaking News: Cain Confirmed for NFRA Convention!

Posted on October 22, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

We are thrilled to announce that presidential candidate Herman Cain is confirmed for the NFRA Prayer Breakfast, Sunday, October 30th, 2011.

Herman Cain joins Rick Santorum, Ron Paul, Newt Gingrich, and Anita Perry at the 2011 NFRA Presidential Preference Convention.

Registration for convention (which includes the Prayer Breakfast) is still open.

Click Here to Register Now

Two more candidates may still come. If your favorite isn’t on the list – give them a call!

Only 6 days left!

We’ll see You in Des Moines!

Press Release: National Federation of Republican Assemblies

(The NFRA is the national parent organization of the RIRA.)

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RI Republican Assembly Meeting | Thursday

Posted on October 12, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

This is a reminder that Rhode Island’s largest Conservative organization, the RHODE ISLAND REPUBLICAN ASSEMBLY, will hold its next meeting on Thursday, October 13th, 2011.

The RIRA monthly meeting will be held in the lower-level of Tri-City Elk’s Lodge No. 14, at 1915 West Shore Road, in Warwick. For those wishing to eat before the RIRA meeting commences, dinner is available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm. The cost for dinner is about $8.00 per person. There is also a Cash Bar available. The RIRA business meeting begins at 7:00PM.

We have a lot of business on the agenda. First, we will be discussing the upcoming debate (Monday, October 17th) and vote (Wednesday, November 16th) to restrict voting in RI Republican primaries to actual Republican voters. Second, we will be formally electing our delegates to the National Federation of Republican Assemblies Presidential Preference Convention, which will be held in Des Moines, Iowa (October 28-30). Over half of the GOP presidential field are confirmed to appear. If you a RIRA member in good standing, you are eligible to be elected as a delegate, providing that you plan to attend the convention. Please contact President McKay before or at Thursday’s meeting if you would like to be considered. Lastly, we will be planning for the upcoming RIRA 10th anniversary event!

The RIRA is the Rhode Island affiliate of the National Federation of Republican Assemblies, a thoughtful national organization of GOP conservatives working to grow and strengthen the Republican Party in the tradition of President Ronald Reagan. This is a dinner meeting, and if you want to eat, you pay for your own meal. Any like-minded conservative Republican is welcome to attend.

For more information, please contact RIRA President Raymond McKay at (401) 487-2514 or president [at] ri-ra [dot] org.

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NFRA Presidential Preference Convention Update

Posted on October 6, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

The National Federation of Republican Assemblies Presidential Preference Convention will be held in Des Moines, Iowa between October 28th and 30th. If you are a member of the Rhode Island Republican Assembly in good standing, you are eligible to be elected as a delegate to the convention. Please contact RIRA President Ray McKay at president [at] ri-ra [dot] org for more information about what is involved.

TIME IS RUNNING OUT

Over half of the Presidential Field has confirmed they are attending the NFRA Presidential Preference Convention – Have you???

Rod Martin and the NFRA Board are counting on you to make this the best endorsing convention ever. The candidates are coming to meet you. Don’t let them down!

We’ve negotiated a terrific rate with the hotel, and pushed the cutoff date as close to convention as we can, but on October 13 that rate ends. Don’t get caught paying double for your hotel!

Book your room now by calling 1-800-514-4706.

October 13: The discounted rate of $89/night at the Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel ends – NO EXCEPTIONS

Note: Discounted rate of $89/night only available until the room block is full. Don’t Delay!!

October 13: Regular Registration Ends

October 14: Registration goes up to $249 – NO EXCEPTIONS

October 13: Certified Delegate Lists Due

Register for convention at http://republicanassemblies.org

National Federation of Republican Assemblies
981 Hwy 98 E, Ste 3273
Destin, FL 32541

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NFRA Presidential Endorsing Convention Coming to Iowa

Posted on September 29, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

The National Federation of Republican Assemblies (NFRA) Presidential Preference Convention is coming to the Polk County Convention Complex in Des Moines, Iowa, from October 28-30, 2011, to endorse a conservative presidential candidate for the 2012 GOP nomination.

“The NFRA Board was thrilled to choose Des Moines — the heart of America — for the 2011 NFRA Presidential Preference Convention,” said NFRA President Rod D. Martin. “Now is the time for conservatives to rise up and unite with one voice, and to make that voice fully heard in 2012.”

Candidates, A-list speakers, and exhibitors are lining up to meet conservatives from Iowa and around the country.

Registration is available online at http://convention.republicanassemblies.org.

Press Release: National Federation of Republican Assemblies

(The NFRA is the national parent organization of the RIRA. If you are a RIRA member and would be interested in being elected as a delegate to the national convention, please contact RIRA President Raymond McKay at president [at] ri-ra [dot] org.

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Brown GOP: ‘Capitalism Without Guilt’ | Wednesday

Posted on September 26, 2011 by The Ocean State Republican

On Wednesday night, September 28th, the Brown University Republicans are hosting Yaron Brook, President of the Ayn Rand Institute, at the C.V. Starr Auditorium in MacMillan Hall (167 Thayer Street), who will be lecturing on the topic of “Capitalism Without Guilt: The Moral Case for Freedom.” The event begins at 7:00 pm and is FREE and open to the public. The Rhode Island Young Republicans will be there in support, and to participate in this exciting lecture. As always, please join the RI Young Republicans at Paragon Restaurant (234 Thayer Street) for the post-lecture “after-party.”

In the wake of bailouts, stimulus packages, regulatory expansion, and a massive new entitlement program, ObamaCare, many Americans are alarmed by the rapid growth of the state. But previous rebellions against Big Government, such as the “swing to the right” of the 1980s, failed to substantially roll back government intervention in the economy. Will today’s revolt be different? In this talk, Yaron Brook will offer his assessment, based on a revolutionary view of why government intervention grows, and what must be done to stop it. His provocative conclusion: To successfully stop the growth of the state, Americans will have to discover that laissez-faire capitalism is the only moral system – one that must be defended without guilt.

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