11
Dec/17

Sullivan Tapped for MI GOP Leadership Post

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A Facebook message from Mike Sullivan which he posted on Dec. 9, 2017:

“Thank you to all of my supporters in the Michigan Republican Party for encouraging me to place my name into consideration to fill the Youth Vice Chair vacancy. It was a busy last couple of months in which I did my very best in delivering my message to our party. I am excited to say that the Michigan Republican State Committee, earlier today, cast a unanimous ballot and selected me for the position.”

Congratulations, Mike!

Mike, an Emmet County Precinct Delegate, replaces Michael Banerian.

Photo of the victor shortly after getting selected. Mike is pictured with Christina Barr who is the newly-elected Coalitions Vice-Chair of the Michigan GOP.

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5
Dec/17

Pensler Opposes Sanctuary Cities

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Sandy Pensler, Grosse Pointe businessman, Harvard law grad, and a Republican, is campaigning against Debbie Stabenow for the U.S. Senate seat long held by the Michigan politician.

The candidate’s Facebook page recently featured this message: “In 2015, Kate Steinle was killed by a convicted felon illegal immigrant who had been released onto the street by the city of San Francisco instead of detained as requested by federal authorities. Shortly after that, Senator Debbie Stabenow refused to support ‘Kate’s Law’ to crack down on illegal immigrant felons. Now a San Francisco jury has acquitted her killer. Sandy Pensler thinks it’s time sanctuary cities enforced the law.”

Here’s Mr. Pensler’s campaign website.

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28
Nov/17

Calley Running for Governor

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Michigan Lt. Gov. Brian Calley announced today that he is joining the 2018 GOP race for governor.

Calley, a part-time state legislature supporter, stated the following on his Facebook page:  “I am proud to have been an integral part of Michigan’s extraordinary rise from the recession that plagued our state during the ‘Lost Decade.’ We set out to make Michigan the comeback state and that’s exactly what we did.

I am running for Governor to build on this strong foundation and make Michigan the most prosperous state in the nation.”

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17
Nov/17

Emmet County Wants YOU!

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If you are interested in public service, consider being a part of one of the Committees or Boards that have been established in Emmet County. There are several opportunities to serve.

Current Open Positions: 

Advisory Committee on Aging
Regional Prosperity Board (2 openings)
Airport (1 opening)
Construction Resource Committee (7 openings & must have specialized qualifications)
Northern Lakes Economic Alliance (2 openings)
Planning Commission (3 openings)

For more information on the process, the various committees, and the application form that needs to be filled out if you’re game, go here.

Or, you can also contact your Commissioner.

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11
Nov/17

#ThankYouForYourService

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Veterans Day, Petoskey

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6
Nov/17

Chatfield Hosts Fundraiser for Leonard

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Join Speaker Pro Tempore Lee Chatfield for a Fall Fundraiser in honor of Speaker of the House Tom Leonard, candidate for Michigan Attorney General.

The fundraiser will be held, from 6-8 pm, on Friday, November 10, 2017 at Stafford’s Bay View Inn’s Howard Room in Petoskey.

Tickets are $100 per person, $175 per couple. Make checks payable to “Tom Leonard for Michigan.”

RSVP to LeonardforAG@gmail.com.

Special Guest: Congressman Jack Bergman Pictured: Speaker Leonard

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27
Oct/17

Superintendent Scholten to Speak to ECRP

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The Emmet County Republican Party will host a General Meeting on October 30th at 7:00 pm at the Northern Lights Recreation Center conference room located off M-119 in Harbor Springs.

ECRP Chair Dennis Kelly explains the agenda for the Oct. meeting: “On November 7, 2017, voters in each of the 11 Charlevoix-Emmet ISD public school districts will be asked to consider an enhancement millage proposal of 1.0 mill for 10 years.  If approved, each of the 11 school districts in Char-Em ISD would receive an additional $615 per student for operations starting with the 2018-2019 school year.

Since 2008-09, state funding has not kept up with inflation, causing districts to reduce or eliminate programs, classroom materials, and staff.

An enhancement millage is the only option for school districts to request operational funding from the public beyond funding provided by the State.  Dr. John Scholten (pictured), Superintendent of the Public Schools of Petoskey, will provide an overview of this [education millage] and answer questions you may have about the request.  Please plan to attend this very important and informative meeting.  We will all be asked to vote on this issue on Tuesday, November 7th, and this meeting will allow you to make an educated decision.”

Bring a guest, too!

Update: A letter arguing for a no vote on this millage.

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25
Oct/17

MI Senate Candidate to Appear on Fox News

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U.S Senate candidate John James, a combat veteran who resides in Farmington Hills, will be on national television tomorrow.

Saith Candidate James: “I’ll be sharing my conservative outsider message centered on national security and economic opportunity with Fox & Friends Thursday morning at 8:20 a.m. ET on The Fox News Channel.”

Tune in to learn more about this dynamic Republican who wants to oust Democrat Debbie Stabenow. Here’s his campaign web site.

Update: Here’s the interview.

John and Elizabeth James & sons

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23
Oct/17

Blast from the Past

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When ECRP Precinct Delegates attended a MI GOP state convention down state and had themselves a good time sitting in the front row … Left to Right, Dennis Kelly, Karen Weedman, Jerry Weedman, Fred Simons, and Janet Szymanski. Photo Credit: Geri Szymanski.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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21
Oct/17

Colbeck Endorsed by Hannity

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Republican Michigan State Senator (and favorite of many of the conservative grassroots) Patrick Colbeck is a declared candidate for governor. Here’s his Facebook campaign page.

Colbeck recently appeared on the Sean Hannity radio show/podcast to discuss the Affordable Care Act. During the interview, Hannity actually gave his endorsement for “Colbeck for governor.”

The Michigan Daily summarizes his platform: “Number one principle is the government works for us, not the other way around. Number two, when we put forward solutions, they’re meant to the best interest of all our citizens, it’s not supposed to be a special … handout to a specific community. We have provisions in our constitution that specifically prohibit that, but some of the most prevalent bills that happen in our legislature right now are deliberately targeting specific communities — that’s not right. Last, tax increases should always be the last option, not the first option.”

Stay tuned. 2018 promises to be a very interesting political year in Michigan.

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  • ECRP Meetings/GOP Events

    -The Emmet County Republican Party will host a General Meeting on April 30, 2018 at 7:00 pm at the Northern Lights Recreation Center conference room. Commissioner John Stakoe and Activist Scott Smith will be speaking on the topic of public transit in Emmet County.

    - The first ECRP General Meeting of 2018 will take place on Jan. 22 at 7:00 pm at the Northern Lights Recreation Center. A program on child trafficking will be presented.

    - The Emmet County Republican Party will host a General Meeting on October 30th at 7:00 pm at the Northern Lights Recreation Center conference room in Harbor Springs. Petoskey School Superintendent John Scholten will be speaking about the upcoming education millage.

    - The Emmet County Republican Party will host a General Meeting on August 28th at 7:00 pm at the Northern Lights Recreation Center conference room. KC McAlpin, Little Traverse Township precinct delegate, will be speaking about immigration reform.

    - ECRP Executive meeting, Monday, July 19, 2017, 6:00 - 6:50 pm, @Northern Lights Recreation Center

    - Emmet County Republican Party monthly meeting, Wed. April 12, 7pm @ Northern Lights Recreation Center; Speaker: County Commissioner Charlie MacInnis

    - Emmet County Republican Party meeting, Monday, March 13; 7pm at Northern Lights Recreation Center

    - March 4, 2017, Pro-Trump flashmob in Petoskey at 200 E. Lake Street from noon to 2 pm.

    February 10-11, 2017 MI GOP State Convention in Lansing

    - February 2017: NO GENERAL MEETING of ECRP or of the Executive Board

    - January 9, 2017: Jesse Osmer, Speaker
    • Paid for with regulated funds by the Emmet County Republican Party
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