CLALLAM COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY SEPT. 2017 CCRP Fair Booth a Success! Dinner meeting set for Sept. 12th By Pete Heisel The Clallam County Republican Par- The Republican Booth at the 2017 Clallam ty will be having a dinner meeting on County Fair was a resounding success. Two Sept. 12, 2017 at Joshua’s Restau- themes filled the booth, The GOP Celebrates rant in Port Angeles. 2016 Elections & President Trump’s Accom- plishments in his first 200 Days. 18 X 24 signs heralded Trump successes in several policy The guest speaker will be Helena areas, including the Courts, Energy, Immigra- Paneyko from Venezuela. She will tion, Economy, Foreign Policy and Trade Poli- be sharing about Venezuela, its situ- cy. I extend a special thank you to Donnie Hall ation, how we got there (a little bit of for suggesting the theme and devising the for- recent history), statistics, who is mat for most of our signs. there now and why it is a real threat to the United States. The dinner One sign included a chart showing results from Clallam County’s 2016 presidential meeting will start at 6. election where Trump won with 47.6% of the vote. Clinton got 44.8% and Libertarians got 4.7%. Reservations need to be made by Another sign celebrated 2016 results for US federal offices, state offices and the WA Sept. 5th. Check your email or fill state legislature, including; The US House of Representatives has 241 Republicans vs out the form at 194 “others” and the US Senate has 52 Republicans vs 48 “others”. In state offices www.clallamrepublicans.org/ around the nation Republicans have 34 Governors, 31 Lt. Governors and 30 Secretar- upcoming-events/ to reserve your ies of State. Additionally, 69 of 99 state legislatures (70%) have a Republican majority, spot. Look forward to seeing you the most Republicans since the 1920’s. And, 26 states have Republican control of the there! governorship and both houses of the legislature. The WA State legislature is split, with 48 Republicans & 50 Democrats in the house and a Republican majority caucus in the senate, so we’re close to turning the tide.

Fair-goers enjoyed taking pictures standing next to President Trump and Vice Presi- MARK YOUR CALENDAR! dent Pence. Although a few were camera shy, the Trump cutout motivated them to come up to the booth and express their support for him and Republican candidates UPCOMING EVENTS & MEETINGS and issues. Sept. 12, 2017 - Clallam County GOP We handed out flags, constitutions and buttons, a lot of buttons. A big thank you goes Dinner meeting—6 p.m., Joshua’s in to Ann Ricks and Bruce O’Rourke for making the buttons. Port Angeles. Over 50 new people signed up for our newsletter, a record. And ten people signed up to reserve 19 tickets for the 2018 Lincoln Dinner on February 24th at The Cedars at Sept. 23, 2017– RWCC breakfast meet- Dungeness. Call Jindy O’Donnell to get your reservations now, (360) 457-1672. ing at Joshua’s—11 a.m.

Deserving of our thanks and gratitude are the 6 people who helped set up and take Watch for upcoming meetings with down the booth and all who worked 11 shifts over 4 days. Overall, 21 people volun- issues of interest on our website - teered to make the booth a success. The CCRP thanks you, appreciates your help www.clallamrepublicans.org and looks forward to your support in the future, not just with the booth but with all our events and activities. (Bookmark the website—it will Looking forward to next year, I’d like to hear from all of you regarding ideas for a booth help keep you current with issues & theme. It will be a big election year, so we’ll have much campaign material. Still, we upcoming events.) tend to concentrate on ideas. What subjects should we emphasize and how should we present them. Do you want to see The Wheel make a return? How do we attract peo- Email us with your upcoming events ple to approach our booth and engage in conversation? related to the GOP: [email protected] The fair committee is looking for new membership and leadership. Everyone’s ideas and participation is welcome. Call me with ideas or questions. Thanks again to every- one who helped, ~Pete Heisel [email protected] (360) 683-1229

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Now, let’s look at liberal/progressive pect of our lives. From the Chair... ideology, shall we? The perfect example Greetings from the Chair! The Liberal believes that, at it’s core, of this is the tragic the government needs to do every- story of Charlie Gard. Things have been crazy on the political thing for everybody. The government This was the infant spectrum since the election of Donald should take care of us from the cradle that, due to a congen- Trump, haven’t they? to the grave. They believe in ital disease, the Eng- “redistribution of wealth”. If you make lish Government de- I am becoming familiar with a phrase more money than your neighbor, they cided that it was more cost effective to that I had never heard before the elec- think it is unfair, and the you should be let him die, rather than to allow the tion. This phrase is “Alt-Right”. forced by the government to subsidize parents to bring him to the United their living, so they have as much as States to receive treatment that could “Alt-Right” is used to describe those you do, no matter how little they work. have allowed him to live. that believe in the unacceptable. It is The GOVERNMENT decided that he used to describe Neo-Nazis, White The liberals of today, think that Social- should die. Supremacists, the KKK, and basically ism is the way to go. They believe any “other” that advocates violence to there should be so much government Now, we get to the main point of what others based merely on the color of that it controls who has what, and how I want to bring out. their skin, or their sexual prefer- much they should have. ences. (The term is used to label any- The Liberals want so much govern- one with whom the left disagrees and Socialism is defined as: “An economic ment that it even controls who lives to stifle debate and free speech. It has system in which goods and services and who dies. Who else thinks that? conveniently replaced, racist, sexist, are provided through a central system homophobe….) of cooperative and/or government Is it the Republican? Nope. ownership rather than through compe- I guess, by calling those groups “Alt- tition and a free market system.” Is it the Neo-Nazi, the White Suprem- Right”, they are supposed to be the acist, and the Klansmen? They be- fringe element of those of us who iden- I would say that is a pretty good defini- lieve that the government has failed tify as “conservative”. tion of today’s liberals. Forget competi- the white people, and think that all non tion, forget free market. -white people do not deserve to live. The main stream media would have Let the government decide every- They think the Government should be people believe those who are part of thing. so big, that it only allows white people the “Alt-Right” are what Republicans to be successful. REALLY want to be, but are too afraid Taken to the next level (and one that to express it. They would have people has been in the news lately-they are Correct me if I am wrong, but does think that it is only a matter of time the ones that have been responsible that not sound more like it aligns with before those who support President for the tearing down of statues from the liberal ideology? Trump are all out carrying rebel flags reports) is communism. and burning crosses. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you the Communism is defined as: “Economic “Alt-LEFT”. Let’s take a moment to think this out, and social system in which all (or shall we? nearly all) property and resources are Until next time— collectively owned by a classless soci- At our core, conservatives believe that ety and not by individual citizens.” Matthew Rainwater, Government only has a few responsi- Chair of the Clallam Co. GOP bilities. Those responsibilities are laid In other words, the government owns out in the Preamble to the Constitution: everything, and the government gives “We the People of the United States, in to those according to what it thinks Order to form a more perfect Union, they need. CCRP Office: establish Justice, insure domestic 509 So. Lincoln, Port Angeles - Tranquility, provide for the common Let’s let that sink in. The liberal wants Ph. & Fax: (360) 417-3035 defense, promote the general Welfare, the government to control EVERY as- and secure the Blessings of Liberty to pect of our lives. They want govern- Office Hours: ourselves and our Posterity”. ment so big, that it decides every as- Weekdays, 11 AM until 2 PM Good idea to call first! That’s it. Pretty simple, pretty straight Mailing Address: forward. Box 808, PA, 98362

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Republican Women to hold breakfast meeting READ OUR PLATFORMS! The next meeting for the Republican Women of Clallam County (RWCC) will be held on Sept. 23, 2017 at Joshua’s Restaurant in Port Angeles starting at 9 The Platform for a political party a.m. There will be a speaker (to be announced). Hope to see you there! tells what it believes and stands for. Please take a little time to read the county platform, the State Platform, Dee Drewry, president of the Federation of Re- and the National Platform. If you publican Women (WFRW) was the guest speaker at the believe in what it says, then get ac- RWCC meeting held on August 26, 2017 at the First Federal tively involved to promote the ideas Savings conference room in Sequim starting at 11 a.m. She of liberty, individualism and limited discussed club building and the role of the RWCC in the com- government. munity. Read them here: The RWCC is collecting items to be delivered http://clallamrepublicans.org/gop- to our troops overseas. The suggested list platforms/ can be found on the RWCC website, at rwclallamcounty.org.

Sheena Younger also spoke about creating a survivor support group for abused survivors of sexual abuse. She plans to set up a local nonprofit group. Are you sick and tired of having your government taxes and fees Recommended websites increasing again and again—and New PCOs appointed more and more regulation which CCRP Facebook page— limits your freedoms? Are you Welcome to our new Precinct www.facebook.com/clallamcogop frustrated because you feel it’s Committee Officers (PCOs), re- cently appointed by Chair Matthew overwhelming? www/washingtonvotes.org Rainwater. www.nwri.org www.govtrack.us Don’t be! Ann Ricks has been appointed to www.votesmart.com Get involved in the local serve Precinct Port Angeles 102, www.olympicresourcepc.org (water) Republican Party and while David Swan has been ap- www.shiftwa.org MAKE A DIFFERENCE! pointed to Precinct Port Angeles www.behindmyback.org WE NEED YOU!!!! 104. www.myfreedomfoundation.com www.dailysignal.com Email Matthew Rainwater or Sue Meanwhile, the PCO for Bell Hill www.clallamcapr.org / www.capr.us Forde today—and get to work will be leaving the area, so we are helping to change the direction of sad to lose Jerry Sinn as PCO for our county, state and federal that precinct. governments! [email protected] Interested in serving as a PCO or Quotable… precinct captain? Check to see ONE PERSON CAN which precincts are open at “A free people ought to MAKE A DIFFERENCE! www.clallamrepublicans.org, and THAT CAN BE YOU!! then contact Matthew Rainwater be armed” for a possible appointment. ~George Washington

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Report from the State Committee Meeting State Party’s Annual Dinner Set for Sept. 21st By Sue Forde The Washington State Republican The quarterly State Committee meeting was held on August 26th, 2017 in Party’s Annual Dinner, entitled “Road Spokane, WA. Representing Clallam County were Donnie Hall, State Com- to Victory” will feature Greg Gutfeld, mitteeman, Sue Forde, State Committeewoman, and Matthew Rainwater, New York Times Best Selling Author, County Chair. Host of the Fox News’ “The Greg Gut- feld Show” and Co-host of “The Five”, The State Committee voted for a Resolution to support Initiative 947, the $30 to be held on Sept. 21, 2017. The vehicle tabs, and called on all Washington voters to sign petitions and gather event will take place at the Hyatt Re- additional signatures. The deadline is Dec. 31st. Petitions will be at head- gency Bellevue, starting at 6 p.m for quarters in Port Angeles, and at the Master Locksmith shop in Sequim. If suf- the General Reception, with dinner ficient signatures are gathered, the initiative will be on the 2018 ballot. A re- and the program starting at 7 p.m. cent media poll confirmed that 85% of voters still support the $30 vehicle tabs, which passed twice before. General admission is $200/person; VIP Admission is $500/person; Table Chair Susan Hutchinson reported on the status of the State Party. Finances of 10—$2,000 and VIP Table of 10— are very good, as we move toward next year’s legislative elections. There are $5,000. If you’d like to attend, please several very important special elections taking place in other districts of the RSVP to wsrp.org/annual-dinner-2017. State, which could be make or break for the GOP’s majority in the House and very close in the Senate. For questions, contact Kaitlin at kait- [email protected] or 425-460-0570.

Shelly Short, running for the State Senate (she’s currently serving in the State Legislature), and Jacquelin Maycumber, running for the State Legislature, both spoke at the luncheon. They are both in the 7th District. Others are running in various districts, and the State GOP urges a donation to build the support for Government by the these various races. They can also use help doorbelling. If you are interested in these, contact the WSRP through their website—www.wsrp.org. People…

Your Clallam County GOP representatives met in a session with Kitsap, Jef- Article I, Section I of the Wash- ferson, Mason and Grays Harbor Counties, to exchange ideas and share what ington State Constitution says: is going on in each county. A main topic was the water situation resulting from “All political power is inherent the Hirst Decision, and each county shared about their ongoing challenges. in the people, and governments derive their just powers from The National Committee members, Jeff Kent and Fredi Simpson, had just re- the consent of the governed, turned from the national committee meeting that morning, and gave their re- and are established to protect ports. Jeff has been elected chair of the national Rules Committee, a very and maintain individual rights.” important position, while Fredi has also been appointed to the Presidential The entire Washington State Con- Nominating Process Committee . Susan Hutchison is a member of the nation- stitution can be seen here: http:// al board, making all three of our representatives to the national committee in leg.wa.gov/ important positions so Washington State can be well-represented. LawsAndAgencyRules/ Documents/12-2010- A resolution was brought to the floor and passed to support the Senate Majori- WAStateConstitution.pdf ty Coalition Caucus’ strong stand on fixing the Hirst Decision on water rights. This issue is extremely important as it has shut down rural areas from drilling wells.

Stay up to speed on “alerts” Don’t forget to about upcoming meetings and check out issues that may require action. “News & Contact us to be placed on the Views” on the “Alert” list— GOP website. [email protected] Www.clallamr epublicans.org —click on GOP Com- mentary on the top bar. Time for a Change in Olympia! SEPT. 2017 PAGE 5

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We have a slogan at the WSRP office that 2018 begins Bill Peach ( R ), District 3 the day after Labor Day 2017. Next year we will have a Randy Johnson ( I ), District 2 statewide election for US Senate; plus all 10 Congres- Mark Ozias ( D ), District 1 sionals, all 98 leg district representatives, and half of our Tel (360) 417-2233 223 East 4th Street, Suite 4 state senators will also be on the ballots. We’re starting Port Angeles, Washington 98362-3000 to gear up now to do voter registration in our counties,

ID voters using Advantage and prepare for bat- tle. Meantime, we’re just two months away from conse- quential special elections. CONTACT YOUR Major changes have been made in the 45th campaign to improve our chances REPRESENTATIVES of getting Jinyoung Englund e ected to hold that GOP seat. Please contribute and volunteer--contact [email protected] to help. As Caleb reported at State of Washington the SCM, our ground game along with King County phone banking turned out Washington State Republican Party 10% more Republicans than voted in the Primary during 2016, the Presidential (206) 575-1690— wsrp.org/ year! Legislative Hotline - 1-800-562-6000 Get involved in the local Republican Party and Leave messages for lawmakers. MAKE A DIFFERENCE! WA State Legislature Web page: WE NEED YOU!!!! http://www.leg.wa.gov/pages/ home.aspx WA State GOP Senate caucus: http://src.wastateleg.org/ President Trump’s Achievements since his Election WA State GOP House caucus: http://houserepublicans.wa.gov/ State Senator Kevin Van DeWege (D)- Six Month Scorecard (360) 786-7646 - E-mail: [email protected] Energy Dominance State Rep. Steve Tharinger (D) - (360) 786– 7904 - Trump Executive Actions E-mail: [email protected] State Rep. Mike Chapman (D)- Revived the Keystone SL and Dakota Access pipelines (360) 786-7916 Repealed Obama-era environmental restrictions on coal E-mail: [email protected] Removed Obama executive order banning offshore oil drilling Closed the Department of Energy Office of International Climate and Technol- ogy Withdrew from the Paris Climate Agreement Federal

Outcomes President http://www.whitehouse.gov 62% increase in number of drilled and completed oil and naturl gas wells Q2 Write: c/o The White House 2017 over Q2 2016 1600 Penn. Ave., N.W. Wash. D.C. 20500 First US Liquid Natural Gas shipment to Poland docks June 7, 2017 Comments: 202-456-1111 Gasoline prices as 12 year low just before Independence Day 2017 U.S. Capitol Switchboard US coal mine openings or reopenings underway or planned in PA, WV, WA, Tel. 202-456-1414 KY, WY, AL U. S. SENATE Crude oil price stabilized at $45—$50 per barrel. U.S. Senator Write: 717 Hart Senate Office Bldg., 6-month Trade Policy— Wash. D.C. 20510 Tel. (202) 224-3441 Trump Executive Actions or 206-220-6400 Fax (202) 228-0514 U.S. Senator Patty Murray Signed order to withdraw from the globalist Trans-Pacific-Partnership. Write: 173 Russell Senate Bldg., Signed orders to review all trade agreements & to renegotiate NAFTA. Wash. D.C. 20510 Approved a trade deal with China that will increase American exports. Tel. (202) 224-2621 Ordered investigation of high steel & aluminum imports to determine if it’s a or Seattle 206-553-5545 Fax (202) 224-0238 threat to US security. Convinced the G-20 to remove opposition to protectionism, temper support for 6th CONGRESSIONAL DIST. free trade & remove mention of climate change from its joint statement. U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer Write: 1429 Longworth House Office (as posted at the Clallam County Fair Booth, Aug. 2017) Building, Washington, DC 20515 SEPT. 2017 PAGE 6

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CONSIDER SERVING... Your Rights CLALLAM COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY Do you know what the U.S. and There are quite a few open precincts PO BOX 808 Washington State Constitutions say? where individuals didn’t file to run for PORT ANGELES, WA 98362 Do your children and/or grandchil- the office. Matthew Rainwater, dren? Chair, can appoint PCOs (Precinct Committee Officers) to fill the empty Take time to study each one of them, spots. The term runs from now until and understand your rights as a citi- the end of 2018. Membership in your local GOP zen. And most importantly, share helps spread the word about this information with the next genera- A PCO represents Republicans in conservative values and ideas tion! his or her precinct, and brings their issues to the county party for possi- Are you a Republican and want One of the best resources is Hills- ble action. He or she is actively in- to help support your local county dale College, which offers many free volved with county and state political Party? online courses. A course on the issues, and is someone who wants U.S. Constitution (and other great to make a difference. Please send in your check for courses) can be found here: https:// $20 for annual dues (see the online.hillsdale.edu/dashboard/ If you’d like to learn more about be- form below), which will help with courses coming an appointed PCO or Pre- the monthly expenses of keeping cinct Captain, contact us at our office open, phone operating Read it here: http:// [email protected] and the utilities on! www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/ constitution_transcript.html DYNAMIC GRAPHICS You can be a vital part of reach- Website Design / Redesign ing other, like-minded folks in our Read the Washington State Consti- Maintenance & Hosting Services local community to become ac- tution here: http://leg.wa.gov/ Call Sue Forde—360-808-5050 tive participants in the move back LawsAndAgencyRules/ Or email: [email protected] to our Constitutional form of gov- Documents/12-2010- www.dynamic-graphics.com ernment. WAStateConstitution.pdf

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