The next SD44 GOP gathering will be a social event at Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill in St. Louis Park on Sunday, April 3rd at 4:30pm.
Also of interest is a debate this Saturday in St. Louis Park on Voter ID sponsored by the League of Women Voters Minnesota:
Sat, 26 Mar, 2011 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Voter Photo ID: Does Minnesota Need It?
The League of Women Voters invites you to a public panel discussion on Voter Photo Identification.
9:00-9:30 Coffee & Connecting
9:30-11:00 Program
Panel Members:
Moderator: Helen Palmer, Past President of the Minnesota League of Women Voters
Pro: Rep. Mary Kiffmeyer(R) 16B, Big Lake (Speaker Change)
Con: Rep. Steve Simon (D) 44A, Hopkins, St. Louis Park
Sec. of State Office: Beth Fraser, Director of Governmental Affairs (Speaker Change)
Legislation (HF 210/ HF 89) has been introduced requiring Voters to present photo ID at the polls, for both new registration and for voting. A new Provisional Ballot procedure is de-fined for registered voters unable to provide the ID. Does Minnesota need Voter Photo ID? What voter fraud does this address? What are the impacts of the bill to state and local budg-ets, voter costs, voter turnout, and election results tabulation? The public is invited to attend this panel discussion to hear from all sides of the Voter Photo ID issue.
Location: St. Louis Park City Hall
Council Chambers
5005 Minnetonka Blvd.
St. Louis Park
Fees: Free and open to the public
Contact: info@lwvmn.org
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Friday, March 25, 2011
Monday, August 16, 2010
All's Fair
A message from Carelton Crawford:
The 5th CD day at the State Fair is Thursday, August 26th. Volunteers are needed to sell balloons and buttons, identify Republicans, register voters, and encourage volunteering for the fall campaign.
The Party will reimburse you $9.00 for admission fee ($9 tickets can be purchased in advance at Cub Foods).
Shifts are available at the following times:
Thursday, August 26th (1st day of the Fair--5th CD Day)
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
1:00-5:00 PM
5:00-9:00 PM
Friday, September 3rd (Metro Day)
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
1:00-5:00 PM
5:00-9:00 PM
If you are interested in working a shift please reply to carleton.crawford@gmail.com or contact Kaylea at 651-964-5435 or klc@mngop.com. The Republican Party Building is located on Carnes Avenue between Ye Old Mill and WCCO Radio.
The 5th CD day at the State Fair is Thursday, August 26th. Volunteers are needed to sell balloons and buttons, identify Republicans, register voters, and encourage volunteering for the fall campaign.
The Party will reimburse you $9.00 for admission fee ($9 tickets can be purchased in advance at Cub Foods).
Shifts are available at the following times:
Thursday, August 26th (1st day of the Fair--5th CD Day)
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
1:00-5:00 PM
5:00-9:00 PM
Friday, September 3rd (Metro Day)
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
1:00-5:00 PM
5:00-9:00 PM
If you are interested in working a shift please reply to carleton.crawford@gmail.com or contact Kaylea at 651-964-5435 or klc@mngop.com. The Republican Party Building is located on Carnes Avenue between Ye Old Mill and WCCO Radio.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Golden Valley Memorial Day Parade
Here are a few pictures from today's Golden Valley Memorial Day Parade. It was the first year for the parade and John Giese did a great job pulling this together and hopefully it was become an annual event. A good time was had by all as we gathered to remember and honor those who have fallen.
One of the highlights for me was seeing a number of soldiers dressed in battle gear from World War II. Both paratroopers--such as this bazooka carrying chap on the left--and infantrymen were on hand.
There was also some military equipment:
And it wouldn't be a parade without at least one fire truck:
There were also a couple of vintage cars, including this 1919 Model T Ford driven by my father. Grandpa had a couple of cute kids in the back along with his son who was very impressed with the turnout on the parade route:
There was a great crowd on hand for the ceremony at city hall:
It was nice to see so many families with young children at the parade and the ceremony Hopefully they'll want and be able to make this Memorial Day Parade and Observance an annual event.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Peace In the Valley
For several years now, my family has attended the Memorial Day event at the Veterans Memorial Ampitheater in St. Louis Park. The organizers do a fine job honoring all those who served and especially remembering those who paid the ultimate price for their country.
But ever since we moved to Golden Valley a few years, we've thought that it would be good to have a similar way to remember the day and what it's supposed to mean a little closer to home. Now, thanks to the hard work of one Golden Valley resident named John Giese, we will have that opportunity.
This year, there will be a Golden Valley Memorial Day Parade. Hopefully, it will be the beginning of what becomes an annual tradition in the city.
Monday, May 31st 10:15AM – Seeman Park
Parade will proceed westbound on Golden Valley Road toward City Hall
Ceremony at 11:00 AM - Golden Valley City Hall, 7800 Golden Valley Rd
Speaker: Brigadier General Timothy J. Cossalter
Representation by Army & Air National Guard, Armstrong High School Choir and Symphonic Band, Girl Scouts, Minnesota Transitions High School JRROTC, North Hennepin Squadron Civil Air Patrol, Minnesota Sojourners, American Heritage Pipes & Drums, Pow-Miafamilies.org, 101st ABN Div 502nd PIR Fox Company, GV Little League, Military Order Of The Purple Heart and more!
FLAG ROW: 1 ½ mile stretch of Golden Valley Road will be lined with Old Glory & POW-MIA flags.
FREE HOT DOGS, CHIPS, & POP for all in attendance after the ceremony.
Hosted by VFW Post 7051 and Chester Bird American Legion Post 523
But ever since we moved to Golden Valley a few years, we've thought that it would be good to have a similar way to remember the day and what it's supposed to mean a little closer to home. Now, thanks to the hard work of one Golden Valley resident named John Giese, we will have that opportunity.
This year, there will be a Golden Valley Memorial Day Parade. Hopefully, it will be the beginning of what becomes an annual tradition in the city.
Monday, May 31st 10:15AM – Seeman Park
Parade will proceed westbound on Golden Valley Road toward City Hall
Ceremony at 11:00 AM - Golden Valley City Hall, 7800 Golden Valley Rd
Speaker: Brigadier General Timothy J. Cossalter
Representation by Army & Air National Guard, Armstrong High School Choir and Symphonic Band, Girl Scouts, Minnesota Transitions High School JRROTC, North Hennepin Squadron Civil Air Patrol, Minnesota Sojourners, American Heritage Pipes & Drums, Pow-Miafamilies.org, 101st ABN Div 502nd PIR Fox Company, GV Little League, Military Order Of The Purple Heart and more!
FLAG ROW: 1 ½ mile stretch of Golden Valley Road will be lined with Old Glory & POW-MIA flags.
FREE HOT DOGS, CHIPS, & POP for all in attendance after the ceremony.
Hosted by VFW Post 7051 and Chester Bird American Legion Post 523
Monday, May 17, 2010
SD44 Endorsing Convention
When: Monday, May 24th at 7pm (registration opens at 6:30pm)
Where: Eisenhower Community Center in St. Louis Park
What: Convention to endorse candidates for Minnesota House seats in 44A and 44B and the District 44 Senate seat
Who: All SD44 Republican delegates and alternates
How much: $5 at the door
Where: Eisenhower Community Center in St. Louis Park
What: Convention to endorse candidates for Minnesota House seats in 44A and 44B and the District 44 Senate seat
Who: All SD44 Republican delegates and alternates
How much: $5 at the door
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
All You Gotta Do Is Call
A message from CD5 leader Carleton Crawford:
If you are going to the America Unplugged Tour Event (Governor Pawlenty, Hugh Hewitt, Michael Medved, Twila Brase) on Wednesday at Orchestra Hall (see link for tickets) please stop by the Republican Party phone bank in the Orchestra Hall lobby and make a few phone calls before going into the auditorium.
We will begin calling at 6:30. We'll be trying reach previously unidentified registered voters to determine their political preferences. The more Republicans we identify this spring and summer, the more effective our campaign will be this fall.
This is looking to be a huge event. We participated in a similar event in 2008, and made over 1000 voter contacts. This will be a great start to the 2010 campaign season. I hope to see you there!
If you are going to the America Unplugged Tour Event (Governor Pawlenty, Hugh Hewitt, Michael Medved, Twila Brase) on Wednesday at Orchestra Hall (see link for tickets) please stop by the Republican Party phone bank in the Orchestra Hall lobby and make a few phone calls before going into the auditorium.
We will begin calling at 6:30. We'll be trying reach previously unidentified registered voters to determine their political preferences. The more Republicans we identify this spring and summer, the more effective our campaign will be this fall.
This is looking to be a huge event. We participated in a similar event in 2008, and made over 1000 voter contacts. This will be a great start to the 2010 campaign season. I hope to see you there!
Monday, March 08, 2010
Time To Stand Athwart History
Minnesota Majority is organizing a rally this Saturday at noon on the steps of the State Capitol in St. Paul to call on Congress to Kill The Bill:
Even though every major poll clearly shows that a supermajority of the American people oppose the current health care "reform" bill, Nancy Pelosi is planning to jam the bill through Congress with a vote scheduled for March 18.
If you care about preserving your right to make health care decisions for you and your family, please be sure to come to Saturday's rally. Bring a sign demonstrating your opposition to the bill.
Conservatives and libertarians aren't typically wont to organize, rally, and protest as much as those on the progressive side, but if anything is ever going to get you out in the streets (as it were) this is it. This is the time, this is the place, this is the issue that calls us out to make a stand.
Even though every major poll clearly shows that a supermajority of the American people oppose the current health care "reform" bill, Nancy Pelosi is planning to jam the bill through Congress with a vote scheduled for March 18.
If you care about preserving your right to make health care decisions for you and your family, please be sure to come to Saturday's rally. Bring a sign demonstrating your opposition to the bill.
Conservatives and libertarians aren't typically wont to organize, rally, and protest as much as those on the progressive side, but if anything is ever going to get you out in the streets (as it were) this is it. This is the time, this is the place, this is the issue that calls us out to make a stand.
Friday, March 05, 2010
Convention Recap
Last night, we had our local BPOU convention. This is the second step in the state party process after the precinct caucuses. We heard from a number of state party officials and candidates for office, elected delegates and alternates to the upcoming state and congressional district conventions, and decided which proposed changes to the state party platform--in the form of resolutions--would be passed on to the next level.
The first speaker of the night was State Chair Tony Sutton. He got off to a bit of slow start, but picked up his pace nicely and made some excellent points about how the MN GOP needs to appeal to independent voters if we want to win elections come November. He also said that winning would not be the biggest challenge faced by Republican candidates. Governing according to the principals they ran on would be. He warned that failure to do so and could cause the party to go "the way of the Whigs."
Another speaker was Deputy State Chair Michael Brodkorb. It was good to see the former NARN host again (I believe next year we'll both eligible to be inducted into the NARN Hall of Fame joining Scott Johnson, JB Doubtless, and Atomizer) and Michael was as energetic and engaged as ever.
We heard from a variety of candidates for other offices including secretary of state (which for some reason is attracting A LOT of interest this year), state auditor, the 5th District Congressional seat, and even district court judge. Of course the main event was the gubernatorial contenders and we were "treated" to being addressed by all five candidates still in the GOP race (at least I think there are only five left). Since this is really down to a two man race, we'll focus on Emmer and Seifert.
Tom Emmer's easy-going manner and red-blooded conservative message--which were both in evidence last night--make it hard not to like him. And I certainly will have no problem supporting him come November if he is the party's endorsed candidate. However, in light of the remarks that Tony Sutton made, I have concerns about his ability to appeal to those very independent voters that he will have to win over to win the governor's race.
I've met Marty Seifert a couple of times and heard him speak in the past. He's always come across as a sharp guy with a good sense of humor. For some reason he was off his game last night. He appeared tight and didn't seem comfortable. His delivery was a little fast and his tone a little strident. There wasn't a trace of humor or light-heartedness. Maybe the serious, somber Seifert we saw last night was an intentional image. But if I might be so bold as to offer some advice, he's be better off letting Marty be Marty.
Despite the shortcomings in the style, I actually think there was some good substance in Seifert's speech. At this point, I don't have a foot firmly in either camp, although when pressed I'd say I'm leaning Seifert. Of the last two men standing, I believe he has a better chance to win votes among independents and in outstate Minnesota. If he can lighten up a bit.
Either Seifert of Emmer will be endorsed at the MN GOP State Convention on April 29th-May 1st. Last night, we elected delegates and alternates to this convention as well as to the CD5 convention on April 10th. There were Seifert and Emmer "slates" being passed around, but I'm sure how much impact they had on the voting. By the time we had heard from all the speakers and completed the voting, it was nearly 11pm. The only business that remained was to finish weeding through the resolutions and so I bailed before I had a chance to see the results.
Before I left, I was encouraged by what I heard during the resolutions discussion. There definitely seems to a consensus emerging that the state party platform is desperately in need of an overhaul in the interests of simplification and meaningfulness. There is agreement that there's way too much in the platform already and as a result there was a reluctance to add anything new, especially when it comes to some of the specific pet issues and hobby horses that typically emerge as resolutions. While there is a place for these matters, it is not in the broader party platform. Hopefully, this trend will continue and in the near future we can actually have a clear party platform that serves its intended purpose. I may be a dreamer, but I'm not the only one.
One of the cool things about getting involved in politics at the local level is that you never know who you're going to run into. At the caucuses this year, I met Pete--one of the band of listeners of Hugh Hewitt's radio show who interact via Twitter. Pete was also at last night's convention sitting on my left. On my right was a guy named Andy. After talking to each other on and off for almost two hours we finally figured "who" we were. Turns out he's the proprietor of the Echo Zoe blog and podcast. Echo Zoe is the first blog listed in the MOB (Minnesota Organization of Bloggers) blogroll and Andy's the guy who first it up for us years ago. Thomas Friedman claims to the contrary, the world is not flat, but it's definitely small.
Finally, in the twelve plus years that I've attended BPOU conventions in SD44, this one--in addition to perhaps being the best attended--was undoubtedly the best organized and orchestrated. The venue was first rate. We had a Boy Scout color guard, a well-sung national anthem, large screen video effects, and musical intros for all of the speakers (with the notable exception of Hennepin County Sherriff Rich Stanek who all but demanded that he be welcomed to the stage by Bad Boys next time around). Kudos to all involved for pulling it off.
The first speaker of the night was State Chair Tony Sutton. He got off to a bit of slow start, but picked up his pace nicely and made some excellent points about how the MN GOP needs to appeal to independent voters if we want to win elections come November. He also said that winning would not be the biggest challenge faced by Republican candidates. Governing according to the principals they ran on would be. He warned that failure to do so and could cause the party to go "the way of the Whigs."
Another speaker was Deputy State Chair Michael Brodkorb. It was good to see the former NARN host again (I believe next year we'll both eligible to be inducted into the NARN Hall of Fame joining Scott Johnson, JB Doubtless, and Atomizer) and Michael was as energetic and engaged as ever.
We heard from a variety of candidates for other offices including secretary of state (which for some reason is attracting A LOT of interest this year), state auditor, the 5th District Congressional seat, and even district court judge. Of course the main event was the gubernatorial contenders and we were "treated" to being addressed by all five candidates still in the GOP race (at least I think there are only five left). Since this is really down to a two man race, we'll focus on Emmer and Seifert.
Tom Emmer's easy-going manner and red-blooded conservative message--which were both in evidence last night--make it hard not to like him. And I certainly will have no problem supporting him come November if he is the party's endorsed candidate. However, in light of the remarks that Tony Sutton made, I have concerns about his ability to appeal to those very independent voters that he will have to win over to win the governor's race.
I've met Marty Seifert a couple of times and heard him speak in the past. He's always come across as a sharp guy with a good sense of humor. For some reason he was off his game last night. He appeared tight and didn't seem comfortable. His delivery was a little fast and his tone a little strident. There wasn't a trace of humor or light-heartedness. Maybe the serious, somber Seifert we saw last night was an intentional image. But if I might be so bold as to offer some advice, he's be better off letting Marty be Marty.
Despite the shortcomings in the style, I actually think there was some good substance in Seifert's speech. At this point, I don't have a foot firmly in either camp, although when pressed I'd say I'm leaning Seifert. Of the last two men standing, I believe he has a better chance to win votes among independents and in outstate Minnesota. If he can lighten up a bit.
Either Seifert of Emmer will be endorsed at the MN GOP State Convention on April 29th-May 1st. Last night, we elected delegates and alternates to this convention as well as to the CD5 convention on April 10th. There were Seifert and Emmer "slates" being passed around, but I'm sure how much impact they had on the voting. By the time we had heard from all the speakers and completed the voting, it was nearly 11pm. The only business that remained was to finish weeding through the resolutions and so I bailed before I had a chance to see the results.
Before I left, I was encouraged by what I heard during the resolutions discussion. There definitely seems to a consensus emerging that the state party platform is desperately in need of an overhaul in the interests of simplification and meaningfulness. There is agreement that there's way too much in the platform already and as a result there was a reluctance to add anything new, especially when it comes to some of the specific pet issues and hobby horses that typically emerge as resolutions. While there is a place for these matters, it is not in the broader party platform. Hopefully, this trend will continue and in the near future we can actually have a clear party platform that serves its intended purpose. I may be a dreamer, but I'm not the only one.
One of the cool things about getting involved in politics at the local level is that you never know who you're going to run into. At the caucuses this year, I met Pete--one of the band of listeners of Hugh Hewitt's radio show who interact via Twitter. Pete was also at last night's convention sitting on my left. On my right was a guy named Andy. After talking to each other on and off for almost two hours we finally figured "who" we were. Turns out he's the proprietor of the Echo Zoe blog and podcast. Echo Zoe is the first blog listed in the MOB (Minnesota Organization of Bloggers) blogroll and Andy's the guy who first it up for us years ago. Thomas Friedman claims to the contrary, the world is not flat, but it's definitely small.
Finally, in the twelve plus years that I've attended BPOU conventions in SD44, this one--in addition to perhaps being the best attended--was undoubtedly the best organized and orchestrated. The venue was first rate. We had a Boy Scout color guard, a well-sung national anthem, large screen video effects, and musical intros for all of the speakers (with the notable exception of Hennepin County Sherriff Rich Stanek who all but demanded that he be welcomed to the stage by Bad Boys next time around). Kudos to all involved for pulling it off.
Monday, March 09, 2009
Switch Into Glyde
A message from our fearless leader Mr. Burdick:
We will have an Exec Committee Meeting Wednesday March 18th at 7:00PM at the Hopkins Resource Center, (in Cobblestone Ct.) 915 Mainstreet, Hopkins MN.
You can park in the US Bank parking lot on the East side of 10th St between Mainstreet and 1st St North.
The agenda will focus on the following:
* Final arrangements for the fundraiser on the 26th of March.
* Final arrangements for the Convention on the 31st of March.
We will have an Exec Committee Meeting Wednesday March 18th at 7:00PM at the Hopkins Resource Center, (in Cobblestone Ct.) 915 Mainstreet, Hopkins MN.
You can park in the US Bank parking lot on the East side of 10th St between Mainstreet and 1st St North.
The agenda will focus on the following:
* Final arrangements for the fundraiser on the 26th of March.
* Final arrangements for the Convention on the 31st of March.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Senate District 44 2009 Convention
Date: Tuesday March 31, 2009
Time: 7:00 PM (registration opens at 6:30 and closes at 7:30)
Location:
Eisenhower Community Center
1001 Highway 7
Hopkins, MN 55305
Cost: Ten bucks at the door
More details later as they become available.
Time: 7:00 PM (registration opens at 6:30 and closes at 7:30)
Location:
Eisenhower Community Center
1001 Highway 7
Hopkins, MN 55305
Cost: Ten bucks at the door
More details later as they become available.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Fifty For Forty-Four
(Peter passes on news of a coming major event.)
SD44 Republican Fundraiser featuring:
* Governor Pawlenty
* Rep. Marty Seifert, House Minority Leader
* Sen. David Hann, Assist. Senate Minority Leader
* Rep. Dan Severson, House Minority Whip
Thursday, March 26, 2009 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Hopkins Elks Lodge
30 – 8th Avenue S.
Hopkins, MN
Seafood and Sandwich Buffet, Soft Drinks, Cash Bar
kosher food available
Cost: $50 per person ($60 at the door)
$250 for Photo Reception with Governor
Mail checks payable to "Senate District 44 Republicans" by March 19 and send to:
3314 Flag Avenue,
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Those who have not taken advantage of their $50 PCR refund for 2009 may do so, meaning that the event will be free after the refund!
SD44 Republican Fundraiser featuring:
* Governor Pawlenty
* Rep. Marty Seifert, House Minority Leader
* Sen. David Hann, Assist. Senate Minority Leader
* Rep. Dan Severson, House Minority Whip
Thursday, March 26, 2009 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Hopkins Elks Lodge
30 – 8th Avenue S.
Hopkins, MN
Seafood and Sandwich Buffet, Soft Drinks, Cash Bar
kosher food available
Cost: $50 per person ($60 at the door)
$250 for Photo Reception with Governor
Mail checks payable to "Senate District 44 Republicans" by March 19 and send to:
3314 Flag Avenue,
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Those who have not taken advantage of their $50 PCR refund for 2009 may do so, meaning that the event will be free after the refund!
Monday, February 16, 2009
Wilderness Survival
Our friends in SD45 have another good event coming up:
Thursday, Feb. 19 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Cooper High School - New Hope
8240 47th Avenue
(one block west of Winnetka Avenue)
Fee: $10 per person (or FREE with $50 BPOU donation)
Includes Chili & trimmings (vegetarian option), cookie & beverage.
Topic: SURVIVING DFL Legislation & Taxes
What's going to happen in the 2009 session as we face a 5 billion-dollar deficit? What plans do the DFL-majority legislators have in store? How do we "vote them off the island" in the next election? Hear the latest on legislative developments by local experts and lawmakers.
Special Guest Speakers:
Rep. Marty Seifert (R) House Minority Leader
Senator David Hann (R) SD42
Bring a neighbor or friend!
Please RSVP by calling 763-951-2826
Thursday, Feb. 19 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Cooper High School - New Hope
8240 47th Avenue
(one block west of Winnetka Avenue)
Fee: $10 per person (or FREE with $50 BPOU donation)
Includes Chili & trimmings (vegetarian option), cookie & beverage.
Topic: SURVIVING DFL Legislation & Taxes
What's going to happen in the 2009 session as we face a 5 billion-dollar deficit? What plans do the DFL-majority legislators have in store? How do we "vote them off the island" in the next election? Hear the latest on legislative developments by local experts and lawmakers.
Special Guest Speakers:
Rep. Marty Seifert (R) House Minority Leader
Senator David Hann (R) SD42
Bring a neighbor or friend!
Please RSVP by calling 763-951-2826
Next Executive Committee Meeting
(Glyde passes on the following memo)
WHEN: Wednesday February 18 @ 7:00 PM
WHERE: Hopkins Resource Center
915 Mainstreet
Hopkins, MN
(Park in the Bank parking lot on the east side of 10th St N beetween Mainstreet and 1st St North)
WHAT: The agenda will focus on the following
* Re-vitalization of the SD44 organization
* Final plans for our 2009 SD44 Convention
* Pre planning for the March fund raiser with the Governer
WHEN: Wednesday February 18 @ 7:00 PM
WHERE: Hopkins Resource Center
915 Mainstreet
Hopkins, MN
(Park in the Bank parking lot on the east side of 10th St N beetween Mainstreet and 1st St North)
WHAT: The agenda will focus on the following
* Re-vitalization of the SD44 organization
* Final plans for our 2009 SD44 Convention
* Pre planning for the March fund raiser with the Governer
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Viva Norm!
It's not technically within the bounds of SD44, but this Norm Coleman rally is close enough:
Norm will be in Edina this Saturday and we need a BIG turnout!!!
Come rally with Norm
When : THIS SATURDAY - 10.18.08
Where: Edina 10:15 AM
Tejas Restaurant
3910 West 50th St
Edina, MN 55424
(On the intersection of W 50th and France)
Norm will be in Edina this Saturday and we need a BIG turnout!!!
Come rally with Norm
When : THIS SATURDAY - 10.18.08
Where: Edina 10:15 AM
Tejas Restaurant
3910 West 50th St
Edina, MN 55424
(On the intersection of W 50th and France)
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Beating The Bushes
Glyde's looking for a little help in canvassing again this weekend:
Our Canvassing effort got off to a slow start last week. We need to pick it up big time this Saturday!!!
Our Candidates will be depending on the info we generate to guide their campaigns this fall. Since Golden Valley Days will be occupying the area around Golden Valley Shopping Center, We will be meeting at the MTC Park and Ride at 394 and Louisanna AVE at 9:00AM and will fan out from there.
Please RSVP to this email address ( gburdickjr@comcast.net ) so I have an idea of how many will participate.
Our Canvassing effort got off to a slow start last week. We need to pick it up big time this Saturday!!!
Our Candidates will be depending on the info we generate to guide their campaigns this fall. Since Golden Valley Days will be occupying the area around Golden Valley Shopping Center, We will be meeting at the MTC Park and Ride at 394 and Louisanna AVE at 9:00AM and will fan out from there.
Please RSVP to this email address ( gburdickjr@comcast.net ) so I have an idea of how many will participate.
Monday, May 05, 2008
The World Is Your Canvas
Another message from our fearless leader Glydewell Burdick:
To All Republicans!! We need your help!
When: Saturday, May 10th, 2008 at 9:00 AM
Where: Parking lot of the shopping center at Highway 55 and Winnetka Blvd. Near the Lighting Fixture Store.
What: We will be canvassing the voters in House District 44B to gather information for our candidates in this November's elections.
How: We will be surveying voters in this district with a simple questionnaire prepared by the MN State Republican Party. This will give our friends and neighbors a chance to let us know which issues are most important to them and what their concerns are about those issues.
Why: Armed with this information, our candidates can target voters who are likely to support our positions and speak to the issues of most concern to these voters. We will also be able to better focus our resources when the campaigning becomes intense this fall.
Who: This canvassing is a great opportunity to get our and introduce yourself to others in your precinct. I would like all Precinct officers (those elected at the caucuses last February) to participate along with as many volunteers as you can muster. The more on hand we have, the faster we can complete this important work. This is extremely important groundwork for the fall campaigns. We will start this Saturday and continue for the next two weeks until we have covered the district.
There's an old adage that information is power. And when it comes to politics, the sort of micro-level information gleaned from such neighborhood canvassing is an incredibly powerful tool.
To All Republicans!! We need your help!
When: Saturday, May 10th, 2008 at 9:00 AM
Where: Parking lot of the shopping center at Highway 55 and Winnetka Blvd. Near the Lighting Fixture Store.
What: We will be canvassing the voters in House District 44B to gather information for our candidates in this November's elections.
How: We will be surveying voters in this district with a simple questionnaire prepared by the MN State Republican Party. This will give our friends and neighbors a chance to let us know which issues are most important to them and what their concerns are about those issues.
Why: Armed with this information, our candidates can target voters who are likely to support our positions and speak to the issues of most concern to these voters. We will also be able to better focus our resources when the campaigning becomes intense this fall.
Who: This canvassing is a great opportunity to get our and introduce yourself to others in your precinct. I would like all Precinct officers (those elected at the caucuses last February) to participate along with as many volunteers as you can muster. The more on hand we have, the faster we can complete this important work. This is extremely important groundwork for the fall campaigns. We will start this Saturday and continue for the next two weeks until we have covered the district.
There's an old adage that information is power. And when it comes to politics, the sort of micro-level information gleaned from such neighborhood canvassing is an incredibly powerful tool.
Friday, May 02, 2008
Learning The Playbook For The Ground Game
Where: Burnsville City Hall
100 Civic parkway
Burnsville, MN 55337
Community Center Room (lower level)
When: Friday May 9th Noon till 6PM; Saturday May 10th 9AM till 5 PM
What: The Leadership Institute's Grassroots Activist School
The Leadership Institute's Grassroots Activist School teaches you dozens of proven tactics for organizing voters and driving them to the polls. Learn to get more votes and win for your conservative philosophy.
The Leadership Institute proudly brings top-notch campaign training right to your community. The nation’s most effective organizers and consultants train you to win.
You will learn:
· Campaign Strategy
· Precinct Organization
· Voter Contact--Door to Door
· Voter Mail
· Get Out The Vote (GOTV)
· Public Speaking
· Networking
· Fundraising
If you're interested, please contact Shirley Tidmore at stidmore@LIMail.us or the Leadership Institute at 1.800.827.5323 or Maggie Osskopp, Exec. Dir. , CD 2 – 952.250.9248 or 952.882.9694
This is where elections are won and lost.
100 Civic parkway
Burnsville, MN 55337
Community Center Room (lower level)
When: Friday May 9th Noon till 6PM; Saturday May 10th 9AM till 5 PM
What: The Leadership Institute's Grassroots Activist School
The Leadership Institute's Grassroots Activist School teaches you dozens of proven tactics for organizing voters and driving them to the polls. Learn to get more votes and win for your conservative philosophy.
The Leadership Institute proudly brings top-notch campaign training right to your community. The nation’s most effective organizers and consultants train you to win.
You will learn:
· Campaign Strategy
· Precinct Organization
· Voter Contact--Door to Door
· Voter Mail
· Get Out The Vote (GOTV)
· Public Speaking
· Networking
· Fundraising
If you're interested, please contact Shirley Tidmore at stidmore@LIMail.us or the Leadership Institute at 1.800.827.5323 or Maggie Osskopp, Exec. Dir. , CD 2 – 952.250.9248 or 952.882.9694
This is where elections are won and lost.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Take A Ride With Glyde
Another message from Glyde, this time on the State Convention in Rochester:
All SD44 Delegates and Alternates
The Convention calls for the MN State GOP Convention are now out!
I received mine today so please check your mail.
The first order of business is hotel reservations. I am planning to stay at the Kahler Grand both Thursday and Friday nights. If you don't mind getting on the road early Friday morning you can save one night's lodging. Be sure to make your hotel reservations through Rochester Convention & Visitor's Bureau as the Party has arranged for special room rates for the convention delegates and alternates. NOTE!!! THE SPECIAL ROOM RATES ARE ONLY GOOD THROUGH MAY 1st.
I'm planning on driving to Rochester on Thursday afternoon and returning on Saturday after the convention adjourns. I have four (4) spaces available in my van on a first come-first served basis. (Free will contribution for gas). I look forward to seeing you at the convention.
You can contact Glyde at: gburdickjr@comcast.net
All SD44 Delegates and Alternates
The Convention calls for the MN State GOP Convention are now out!
I received mine today so please check your mail.
The first order of business is hotel reservations. I am planning to stay at the Kahler Grand both Thursday and Friday nights. If you don't mind getting on the road early Friday morning you can save one night's lodging. Be sure to make your hotel reservations through Rochester Convention & Visitor's Bureau as the Party has arranged for special room rates for the convention delegates and alternates. NOTE!!! THE SPECIAL ROOM RATES ARE ONLY GOOD THROUGH MAY 1st.
I'm planning on driving to Rochester on Thursday afternoon and returning on Saturday after the convention adjourns. I have four (4) spaces available in my van on a first come-first served basis. (Free will contribution for gas). I look forward to seeing you at the convention.
You can contact Glyde at: gburdickjr@comcast.net
Friday, April 25, 2008
Super Saturday
A message from Glyde:
Let's all get out and support the Voter ID drive. The drive kicks off this Sat, April 26th. We have the opportunity to use the phone banks set up by the Coleman Campaign. Voter ID information will be shared with the local BPOU's. If you have a couple of hours available this Sat, please spend them working the phones at one of the locations listed below. Next weekend, I am planning to do some canvassing in the Golden Valley and Northern St. Louis Park areas. Thanks for all you do.
Phone bank locations include:
Navigator Group
6001 Shady Oak Road
Suite 220
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Fifth CD Republican Office
Golden Valley 100 Professional Building
1405 North Lilac Drive
Suite 210
Golden Valley, MN
CD3 Office
5701 Normandale Rd. Suite 323
Edina, MN
Let's all get out and support the Voter ID drive. The drive kicks off this Sat, April 26th. We have the opportunity to use the phone banks set up by the Coleman Campaign. Voter ID information will be shared with the local BPOU's. If you have a couple of hours available this Sat, please spend them working the phones at one of the locations listed below. Next weekend, I am planning to do some canvassing in the Golden Valley and Northern St. Louis Park areas. Thanks for all you do.
Phone bank locations include:
Navigator Group
6001 Shady Oak Road
Suite 220
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Fifth CD Republican Office
Golden Valley 100 Professional Building
1405 North Lilac Drive
Suite 210
Golden Valley, MN
CD3 Office
5701 Normandale Rd. Suite 323
Edina, MN
Friday, March 14, 2008
Precinct Officers Meeting
A message from the Chair:
What: Precinct Officers Meeting
When: Monday March 17th at 7:00 PM
Where: Hopkins-Minnetonka Resource Center 915 Mainstreet, Hopkins(Park in the lot on 10th St between Main and 1st St N and com in the door from the lot.)
Business: Meet your counterparts from other precincts. Set up the program for the summer and fall campaign work. Get organized.
We're going to keep this meeting relatively short to minimize the interference with St Patty's Day. I look forward to seeing you there.
Glyde Burdick Jr. SD44 Chair
Wear green.
What: Precinct Officers Meeting
When: Monday March 17th at 7:00 PM
Where: Hopkins-Minnetonka Resource Center 915 Mainstreet, Hopkins(Park in the lot on 10th St between Main and 1st St N and com in the door from the lot.)
Business: Meet your counterparts from other precincts. Set up the program for the summer and fall campaign work. Get organized.
We're going to keep this meeting relatively short to minimize the interference with St Patty's Day. I look forward to seeing you there.
Glyde Burdick Jr. SD44 Chair
Wear green.
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