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CLALLAM COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY SEPTEMBER 2016 3rd Annual Fall Roundup featured candidates, food and entertainment a salute to our flag and Sue Forde led Over 80 people attended the event. the invocation. Dick tapped Chris They were encouraged to join in a Vance candidate for US Senate to raffle for Trump T-shirts at the Trump step in and speak first, which he did table and take pictures with “The with great ease. As the night wore on, Donald”. Everyone happily feasted the speaker’s schedule changed sev- on a delicious BBQ put on by Daw- eral times but the audience and all gman-Brian Garret. To round out the the speakers involved took it all in evening, Bret Wiggins entertained the stride. In all, there was a total of ten crowd with his tribute to Elvis. Bret tremendous speakers present at the put on a vibrant show of great music event: They are listed below but not and excellent singing. He is the son in speaking order. of Glenn and Mimi Wiggins, long time members of the CCRP. Bret Wiggins performs as Elvis Chris Vance, candidate for US Sen- The Fall Roundup, held at the Home ate The Fall Committee is very pleased Arts Building at the Clallam County Todd Bloom, candidate for US with the outcome of the event and Fairgrounds on Saturday, September House of Representatives, thanks everyone who attended. Mem- 17, was the best attended Fall Event Judge Dave Larson, candidate for bers of the Committee are Dick Pill- put on by the Clallam County Repub- Washington State Superior Court ing, Jindy O’Donnell, Pete and Gayla licans since its inception three years Judge Heisel, Jim McEntire, Glenn and Mimi ago. The Fall Event was created in Bill Bryant, candidate for Washing- Wiggins, Donnie Hall and Richard 2014 to provide a relaxing, enjoyable ton State governor Labrecque. experience for the members of the Donald Stockton spokesperson for CCRP and likeminded individuals Marty McClendon, candidate of from around Clallam County to listen Washington State Lieutenant gover- MARK YOUR CALENDAR! to and talk with Republican candi- nor. dates running for office on the local, Steve McLaughlin, candidate for UPCOMING EVENTS & MEETINGS state and national level. Saturday Public lands Commissioner was no exception. The room looked Danille Turissini, candidate for Sept. 27—6:30 p.m.—Central Commit- 24th District State Senate tee meeting, Headquarters very festive with Fall decorations and th brightly decorated tables done by the John Alger, candidate for 24 candidates. District House of Representative #2 Sept. 30—6 p.m.—Sign waving for can- George Vrable, candidate for 24 didates at MacDonalds circle in P.A. The speakers’ slate was very impres- District House of Representative #1 sive with eight candidates scheduled Randy Johnson, Independent Oct. 14—Candidate Forum in Forks. to speak throughout the evening candidate for County Commissioner See pg. 2 starting with, Bill Bryant. However, District 2 due to difficulties traveling on the fer- Oct. 19—Ballots drop in the mail ry to Port Angeles, he was unable to Much was said by each candidate be the first speaker as originally and his or her words of wisdom will Nov. 8—Election Day planned. be remembered by all of us who came to the Fall Roundup. Watch for upcoming meetings with Dick Pilling started the evening with issues of interest on our website - www.clallamrepublicans.org (Bookmark the website—it will WE CAN WIN If We Get involved help keep you current with issues & upcoming events.) Choose the candidate(s) for whom you’d like to work, and help by finding sign placements, helping to doorbell, talk to your friends and neighbors, do- Email us with your upcoming events nate money, and/or hold meet & greet’s. Watch future newsletters or check related to the GOP: out the clallamrepublicans.org website for candidates you can help. Signs [email protected] are available at headquarters— call first (360) 417-3035. SEPTEMBER 2016 PAGE 2 From the Chair... Candidate Forum Preparing for the Election… in Forks Oct. 14th By Dick Pilling, Chair contesting Kevin Van De Wege. Let’s give Holy Smokes!! It is election her a shot and let Kev- time! Again! And we have some really in go play with his fire Don’t miss it! great candidates! As always, I am al- engine. Here’s an opportunity ways pleased to offer my opinion on the candidates because, if you will recall, I John Alger would be great replace- to hear several believe everybody has a right to my ment for Steve Tharinger who has never opinion. seen a tax that he didn’t like. Hell… candidates speak. Love… At the top of the state ticket is Bill Bryant When: Oct 14th at 6pm. who is refreshingly different from Jay George Vrable is challenging Mike Inslee as he is neither a professional Chapman for the seat vacated by Van de Where: Forks High School com- politician nor a lawyer. He is, however, a Wege. George is a passionate defender mons, 261 Spartan Ave, Forks. business man with a proven track rec- of the constitution and citizen rights ord. Let’s let him run Washington like a whereas Chapman is a passionate de- Speakers include: business and release us from the exist- fender of… well… Chapman. George is Danille Turissini for State Senate ing “tax and spend” debacle. my guy… John D. Alger for State Representa- tive Marty McClendon, running for Lt. My friend and neighbor, Randy Johnson, George Vrable for State Rep. Governor, is another proven business would be an infinitely better county com- Marty McClendon for Lt. Governor man who, again, will put us on a fiscally missioner than his opponent. We need Todd Bloom for CD 6 Congress responsible track for a change. Vote his conservative voice. Steve McLaughlin for State Land Marty. Commissioner Lastly, while they are certainly non- Michael Waite for State Treasurer Kim Wyman is running for re-election partisan positions, the Supreme Court is Josh Trumbull for State Attorney as Secretary of State and is currently the super important to ensure that our politi- General highest Washington Republican in of- cal representatives don’t stray far from Ron Richards, Co. Commissioner fice. She has done a terrific job and the law and the constitution. According- should be allowed to continue. ly, Dave Larson, Greg Zemple, and For more information, or to help put David DeWolf have strong conserva- this function together, contact Chris Vance is former Chairman of tive resumes and would be a welcome Katherine (Kat) Davis, the Washington State Republican Party, addition to the left-leaning Washington email [email protected] or has held many other political positions in Supreme Court. And while we are talk- call (360) 640-9181. our state so let’s give him one more… ing about judges, I like Dave Neupert for State Senator. And give Patty Murray Superior Court, position 2. the boot… That’s it, my friends… Don’t forget to Richard Schrock wants to be State vote… and don’t forget who to vote for… Insurance Commissioner. Let’s try him CCRP Office: out. 509 So. Lincoln, Port Angeles - Ph. & Fax: (360) 417-3035 Steve McLaughlin will make a terrific Public Lands commissioner who will get Office Hours: a grip on the timber land fiasco and Weekdays, 11 AM until 2 PM make it work for all concerned. Mailing Address: Box 808, PA, 98362 As State Auditor, Mark Miloscia will put www.clallamrepublicans.org his eagle eye on the finances and en- E-mail: [email protected] sure the money does not go astray. [email protected] Michael Waite and Duane Davidson, Please come and bring your Check out our blog: both Republicans, are running for State signs for your Republican can- clallamrepublicans.org/blog Treasurer. Ahh… vote for the Republi- didates this coming Friday, can. Sept.30 at the intersection of Newcomer Todd Bloom has challenged MacDonald's in Port Angeles Derek Kilmer for 6th District Representa- at 6:00 pm. Show your sup- tive. Todd will be a refreshing change… port for Trump and all Republi- The GOP Republican News is an educa- give him a chance… and your vote. can candidates running for tional outreach of the Clallam County office. Bring your voices, your Republican Party. Editor: Sue Forde. Danille Turissini is running for the Send your news items to: seat vacated by Jim Hargrove and is spirit and your signs- [email protected] homemade ones are great! SEPTEMBER 2016 PAGE 3 RWCC Meeting features district candidates Have you moved, or need to The Republican Women of Clallam County met at First register to vote? Federal Savings in Sequim on Sept. 24 to hear three can- didates speak. Danille Turissini, candidate for State Sen- Registered Washington voters have until Monday, Oct. ate; John D. Alger and George Vrable, running for the two 10 to transfer their voter registrations from other in-state seats in the State Legislature, spoke about their platforms counties, or update their addresses by mail, phone or and the changes they hope to make if elected. online through www.MyVote.wa.gov ahead of the General Election. The group took up the Shoebox Project, where items are collected for our military and shipped out to them. The Those not registered to vote in this state have until items they need are listed on their website: Monday, Oct. 31 to register in person at the Audi- rwclallamcounty.org. tor’s Office in the Clallam County Courthouse, 223 E. 4th St. in Port Angeles. Buck holds fundraiser for Dani Turissini Voter registration forms are available at all public librar- ies, city halls and school district offices in the county, and the Clallam County Courthouse.