Deputy President Magazine Volume 1, Issue 3 — June 2017 Deputy President, Region 1

Besides celebrating the new year, we are all celebrating our new Republican President, . All of the clubs in Region I realize that we are going to have to communicate all of the positive policies of the new administration. Unfortunately, we are fighting all of the negative and inaccurate information the liberal press is dishing out. THEY CANNOT FACE LOSING! I think we all add to that line, “if we did this with Obama, we would be called every name in the book!”

So, the bottom line is that our clubs know “it ain’t over!” We all rested and enjoyed Christmas and the New Year. Well, put down the cham- pagne glasses, drink some strong coffee and get back to work. And this is how they are doing it, with Nancy Holly and Melanie Grammar leading the way! They soon understood we have to stop being pushed around by Jeannette the Dems and the liberal media into “thinking” the way they do!! SD 1: What better way to start than to have leadership training Sterner workshops, which RWNT and PCRW did in January. Smith Co RW had a “mix and mingle” close to the university so as to bring in new Email members, especially young members. RWWC is planning PCRW had [email protected] a Black History program. Like other clubs, RWWC is planning their Lincoln Day Dinner at Lands Inn Country Club. Unfortunately, the quarter ended on a very sad note. Mollie Herrington, who was the District Directors previous DP for the region, died in March and her funeral was March 14. Of course, many of us from RW clubs wore our red jackets. I think Senatorial District 1 Mollie would have thought that most appropriate. Nancy Holly SD 2: It is always good to start with a big increase in membership. Senatorial District 2 Kaufman Co RW has 9 new members this year, which surpasses their Melanie Grammar membership last year. I remember going to one of their meetings early in my “career” as DP and seeing how low their membership was at the time. But, I also saw how a strong leadership team could turn this around. And indeed, they did! The President of First Ladies RW is the daughter of one of the founding members from 20 years ago. She has brought them to this century of social media and built a club webpage. Rockwall RW is working so hard on membership that their annual membership luncheon has to move to a larger venue! Fannin Co RW is working with their County Chair in hosting Chairman Tom Mechler.

Another sad note is the loss this year of several members who have served their club and county for several years. With more members having significant health issues. But, they too are working hard to obtain great speakers and working with their Republican elected officials.

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Like all of our great TFRW clubs, the Region II clubs have been busy contributing to their communities, learning about the issues and supporting our Republican leaders. It is delightful to see how clubs work together to support our common goals and share their good ideas so that every club can be even more successful. One thing that has been very helpful in this regard is to periodically have a lunch meeting with one or two of each club’s officers and the District Director and Deputy President in a Senatorial District. The start of 2017 was a time of transition for many clubs as they have a new team of officers. Almost every club in the region had at least one person attend the TFRW and Greater Houston Coun- cil’s training day called Nuts ‘N’ Bolts. This day included other Regions as well and their Deputy Presidents and District Directors worked alongside with Region II District Directors and myself to put on a very successful event with 150 participants. Dynamic speaker Missy Shorey addressed the importance of getting our Republican Women to run for office. Jan Many clubs, including CyFair RW and the Woodlands RW have joint luncheons to share information andpass on their notebooks about their positions to the incoming of- ficers and committee chairs. The sharing is very important so that new officers do not Ott have to start from scratch and it makes their jobs much easier.

Email Community Involvement, particularly supporting our [email protected] veterans, is very important. Montgomery County RW made and donated 70 scarves to the Salvation Army and Montgomery Co Youth Service, purchased wreaths for Phone Wreaths Across America, and send care packages to troops. 281-859-6464 Northwest Forest RW’s Caring for America Committee urges members to donate suggested items to Camp Hope which helps veterans with PTSD. The Yellow Rose RW collected toys for the Marines Toys for Tots. Golden Triangle RW donated books for the Women and Children’s Shelter. Other ideas from our clubs include Fisher House, Rainbow Room, Vet- District Directors erans Clinic, Safe Harbor, Boy’s Haven, Childrens Center and the Little Patriots Programs which supports pregnant veterans. Senatorial District 4 Pearl Maggio All clubs are always looking at ways to not only build membership, but, also retain their members. To do this they need good programs and to provide avenues to make a differ- [email protected] ence. They also need to get to know one another and have a good time. Montgomery County and Magnolia Area RW had election watch parties. You know they had an Senatorial District 7 even better time when they saw that Donald Trump was going to win!! Village RW Barbara Buxton have had joint Chats with another club and CyFair RW had fun discussing civics and barbarabuxton@ had the opportunity to mix with members and their friends who are not always avail- comcast.net able at their regular meeting time when they hosted a CHAT at a wine bar. CyFair RW show appreciation to their speakers by having them autograph a children’s book about our government and then donate the book to area schools in the speaker’s name. Senatorial District 15 Cynthia England Congratulations Montgomery County RW members Suzanne Adams and Alice Melancon who are being honored as outstanding volunteers by the Montgomery [email protected] County Women’s Council of Organizations. How great it is to see our members honored in their communities. It is more good publicity for our clubs. Region II had a large number of members in Austin for Legislative Day. Northwest Forest RW and Village RW organized buses to Austin and graciously included other clubs in their areas.

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Region IV is blessed to have 13 TFRW clubs in SD 3 graciously lead by District Director Judy Parada and 9 TFRW clubs in SD 5 energetically inspired by Sue DeVillez. These ladies deserve “Gold Stars” for the leader- ship and support they provide. In the November election every county in Region IV was overwhelmingly RED!!! It’s a lonely region for “D’s” seeking office. This success owes much thanks to the leadership and dedication of our TFRW members throughout the area. Well done, ladies! Our members are also vital in making county parties successful. We know that women provide the organizational skills, the enthusiasm, the volunteer hours, the creativity and the “cookies” – as well as all the other skills needed to make our volunteer county headquarters run. It’s GIRL POWER!!!! TFRW clubs are incubators for leadership development and our members Kay use these skills to make our communities better. Lake Conroe Area RW sponsored “Texas Americans Stand United for Men and Women in Blue.” Butchko Funds raised were designated to purchase equipment not locally funded for law enforcement. Nacogdoches County RW organized a “Law Enforce- Email ment Appreciation” event with the county. Funds raised help support the [email protected] local Family Crisis Center. Georgetown Area RW had a hugely successful food drive to benefit the “Caring Place” in Georgetown---a place were many Phone members regularly volunteer. Nacogdoches HOPE (Helping Other People 936-205-6001 Eat) is fortunate to have NCRW members manage the operations. Due to a recent endowment, two club members are on the board to plan the construc- tion of a new building! (We bring all kinds of skills to our communities!) District Directors Region IV expresses thanks to Greater Houston Council for including SD 3 in the outstanding “Nuts & Bolts” leadership workshop in January. Also Senatorial District 3 may thanks to Region VI and XI for including us in the Salado and Ft. Judy Parada Worth workshops. The training and networking was outstanding at all. jparada18754@ suddenlink.net TFRW clubs do not sit on past successes. Voter registration classes and leg- 832-423-9523 islative reports are a part of many club programs. And membership growth continues to be our top priority. We are proud to share our mission and spread our influence throughout our communities. Thank you to all for all Senatorial District 5 Sue DeVillez that you do to spread the values we all share. [email protected] 512-818-5029

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Region V spent the first quarter of 2017 kicking off the year with lots of great events, meetings and fundraisers. The clubs in Region V are the best, most cre- ative ladies we could hope for! They are all well on their way to a successful 2017!

SD 11: Angleton RW celebrated the Presidential Inauguration at the home of member Beverly Stricker, and it was a huge success! They also worked with the Brazoria Co. Republicans to hold the annual Lincoln Reagan Din- ner with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar. Bay Area RW held their annual, well-attended Lincoln Day Dinner, with speaker James O’Keefe of Project Veritas. Clear Creek RW had Galveston County Judge Mark Henry speak at their March meeting. They held a membership drive at a local Kendra Scott where the women shopped and socialized. Galveston RW assisted in hold- ing the Galveston Co. Lincoln-Reagan Dinner with Gov. . Tri County RW have a brand new board this year and are busy trying to learn Sherry all there is to know about running the club and arranging interesting speakers every month. West Pearland RW has held informative meetings with Rep. Thompson, Kelly Elliot on the “Convention of States,” and Dr. Neil Frank on Peterson the “Truth of Climate Change.” The club is initiating a Proudly Red Strike Force to be present at as many community events as possible. Lt. Col. will Email be the featured speaker at their Annual Proudly Red event on August 5th. [email protected] SD 17: Braes RW were honored to have State Rep. Sarah Davis (HD 134) perform the installation of the 2017 officers. Brazosport RW had a represen- tative from Texas Lawsuit Reform speak at their January meeting. In February District Directors they worked with the Brazoria County Republicans to support the LRD. Fort Bend RW have made it a priority to boost its membership this year by moving Senatorial District 11 meetings to a more central location in the county and to highlight American Debbie Guitian Roan history themes of interest for each meeting. First Lady Martha Washington [email protected] visited the February meeting speaking about our Presidents born in February and treated us with cherry pie for dessert. Senatorial District 17 Cindy Siegel SD 18: Fayette County RW have been working on annual literacy projects, [email protected] an increased scholarship program, and a fall fundraiser. They have had excel- lent speakers including: Flatonia, Schulenburg and La Grange police depart- ments and the Fayette County Sheriff ’s office; Fayette County Elections Ad- Senatorial District 18 Becky Berger ministrator; and school choice with MerryLynn Gerstenschlager. RW Club of Katy started the year with a member social with Lt. Governor Dan Patrick [email protected] and heard from Commander Duane Steen of TxDPS on border security in March. RW of Waller County are focused on helping abused women and children outreach through Focusing Families to help supplies for the welfare of these families. RW of Yoakum Area are off to a fast start in 2017! They have attended several Chamber of Commerce Banquets in their local cities and held a Czech Polka Dance at the Halletsville KC Hall.

Thank you to all of you for all you do for the Republican Party and the TFRW.

DEPUTY PRESIDENT MAGAZINE 5 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN The Heart of the Republican Party!

Northwest Austin RW

Montgomery Co. RW Suzanne Adams and Alice Melancon were honored as outstanding volunteers in their community.

Bexar County RW: Right 2 Speak

Coppell RW #NFRWBrightFuture

James O’Keefe and Debbie Roan Braes RW

Midland Co. RW and Roman Buhler

Region XI Spring Workshop Comfort Area RW

DEPUTY PRESIDENT MAGAZINE 6 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN TheMake Heart America of the Republican Great Again! Party!

Canyon Lake RW #NFRWBrightFuture

San Antonio RW

New Braunfels RW and Major Stuart Hoyt (USAF, Ret.) Packed room at Midland Co. RW!

Wilson County RW Hays County RW #NFRWBrightFuture

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Region VI had a great leadership workshop in February! Toni Anne kept our luncheon exciting with an interactive presentation. We had more fun by donning red heart shaped sunglasses to support the NFRW‘s “The Future is So Bright” campaign. We had mini workshops on a variety of subjects including: • Innovative Places to Search for New Members: Dianne Edmondson, District Director SD12 • Fundraising for small clubs: Julie Johncox, fund raiser for Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price • Joys of being a RW President: Toni Anne Dashiell • Getting the Message Out: Ann Marie Birdwell, RPT Director of Operations • Understanding our Legislature: Michele Samuelson, TFRW VP Legislature • How Awards and Programs Work Together: Michele Martin, TFRW Awards Chair Beryl • PAC training (an absolute must at any workshop): Cynthia England, TFRW eminent PAC person. I was informed on the day before the presenta- tion that the scheduled local PAC treasurer was ill and would not be Dowd able to attend. I called Cynthia at noon on Friday and she was there Email on Saturday morning to pitch in. Many, many thanks to Cynthia for [email protected] above and beyond help. Jill Tate, Texas Strong RW Campaign VP and Patriot Paws Ambas- sador, and Gator did a great job demonstrating how well these adorable District Directors dogs are trained. He won the hearts of all attendees. Jill and one of her friends would be glad to come to your clubs. Senatorial District 10 We had a special presentation at Tarrant Star RW. Cowtown RW had Judge Diane Haddock issued a challenge to all RW clubs to award a club Patron membership to [email protected] the club who had the most members at our Lincoln Day Dinner. Tarrant Star was the winner; Cowtown RW President presented the award to Tar- Senatorial District 12 rant Star President Cindy Ann Stouff. Dianne Edmondson [email protected] Many of our congressional legislators have been inundated with reactions and demands from the left. Dr. Michael Burgess (CD 26) asked for some Parker County support from our side. Ladies from Ladies of Liberty, Texas Strong, and Karen Price Lakeside RW responded. [email protected]

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REGION VII: Really MAGA!

Wilson County RW recently completed a tremendous technology upgrade with great features like PayPal on their website for dues, tickets and other contributions. They sold tickets and self-catered the local GOP Lincoln Day Dinner. Local young people were recruited to serve and the occasion became al WIN-WIN for everyone involved. TFRW President, the amazing Theresa Kosmoski, was guest speaker in February. Members have been involved in many Caring for America projects, fundraising for their High School scholar- ships, and the national Postcard Project in appreciation of President Trump in mid-March.

San Patricio County RW continue to have a awesome online presence with a newsletter which is informative, collaborative and provides entertain- ing highlights of member birthdays, calendar, a President’s column, contact Judith info for elected officials and authorities, and a spotlight on the upcoming meeting venue and current guest speaker. SPRW are well-networked in Port- Hooge land area; being high-energy, they certainly do not rest on their accomplish- ments. Currently SPRW are expanding bigly to add an additional evening Email meeting at an alternate venue. [email protected] New Braunfels RW were tremendously excited to have Major Stuart Hoyt Phone (USAF, Ret.), President of the William Hightower Chapter, of the Sons of the 830.399.0659 American Revolution as their President’s Day speaker. He spoke on the Con- science of the Revolution and presented extremely interesting historical infor- mation. NBRW proudly presented a $500 check to support the Newspapers in District Directors Education (NiE), an initiative sponsored by the Herald-Zeitung. NBRW also had a fantastic and successful membership building event at Gruene Villa. Senatorial District 19 Caroline George Guadalupe County RW are weighing in on the issue of school choice in [email protected] Texas. School Choice advocate Peggy Venable spoke in February and reiter- ated that the United States is the land of opportunity and we should embrace educational opportunities for all families. County Judge Kyle Kutscher hosted Senatorial District 21 a fabulous county courthouse tour and lunch in March. Ruby Manen [email protected] Brush Country RW supported Audrey Louis, the super-smart and tough newly elected 81st Judicial District District Attorney, who won handily over her incumbent opponent. Even in some traditionally blue areas of SDs 19 &21, her victory strongly influenced by collaboration between two TFRW clubs, Wilson County RW and Brush Country were history making, being the first Republican and first woman to hold the office in South Texas.

West of the Pecos RW heard from their new super-smart, history-making RW county officeholders: Betse Esparza, their newly elected RW County Commissioner, and RW Sandy Wilson, newly elected 83rd Judicial District District Attorney, spoke at their RW evening meeting in Alpine.

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BUSH LEGACY RW: This club had many members attend TFRW Leadership Training and Legislative Day. They provide scholarships for students. A big push is on to increase membership. YAY! They were great in reporting all their 2017 officers on time.

COOKE COUNTY RW: In March, their speaker was Marty Rowley. He is a great speaker with a very big responsibility of serving on the State Board of Education. For their Americanism project, CCRW has adopted two Chaplains, one serving in Afghanistan and one serving in Kuwait. This club sends sweets, cards, toiletries, etc. to the Chaplains to distribute to ser- vice men and women. CCRW celebrated their 25th anniversary this year.

CONCHO VALLEY RW: This San Angelo club featured their mayoral and city council candidates for their June 6th election. This club does a Juandelle good job of educating and informing their members. CROSS TIMBERS RW: CTRW’s service project was to recognize their Roberts Law Enforcement Officers by having a luncheon in their honor. Email ECTOR COUNTY RW: ECRW has done a video for their Facebook [email protected] page encouraging ladies to become members. I understand it’s a “must see.” They also had a full house for their Lincoln Day Dinner with key- Phone note speaker Dinesh D’Souza. 432-684-4973 MIDLAND COUNTY RW: This club is working hard to grow their membership. Their goal is 500 women! Their outstanding programs in- District Directors clude RRC Christi Craddick, Dr. Laura Pressley on voter fraud and elec- tion integrity and National figure, Roman Buhler of Madison Coalition Senatorial District 28 on the Regulation Freedom Amendment to the U.S. Constitution which Anita Betty would begin to eliminate the unelected bureaucracy in D.C. [email protected] WICHITA COUNTY RW: Congressman Mac Thornberry was their February speaker and he discussed upcoming legislation and highlights of Senatorial District 29 the 115th session. Jennifer Howell [email protected] GREATER EL PASO RW: Their Lincoln Day Dinner hosted Governor Greg Abbott as their keynote. Senatorial District 30 Karen Price We won this election, but we need to be vigilant in our struggles to keep [email protected] Texas RED! I applaud our President Kosmoski in emailing and inform- ing our members about how George Soros is funding new organizations Senatorial District 31 called the ‘Indivisibles’ with one major goal: disrupting Republican gather- Dianne Hefley ings. With Hillary, they are planning to turn Texas blue. With all or our ma- dianne.hefley@ jor cities already blue, this should wake up all of us as Republicans, realizing sbcglobal.net that we must not allow this to happen. What will YOU and YOUR CLUB do to STOP this NIGHTMARE? May we not squander God’s Blessings.

DEPUTY PRESIDENT MAGAZINE 10 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN Deputy President, Region 9

I can’t tell you how proud I am to be a Republican woman! What a journey to Victory it has been! 2017 has already started off to be a great year with the Inauguration of Republican President Donald J. Trump! Plenty of Texans made the trip to Washington DC to witness the historic 58th Presidential Inauguration. Others participated in special events right here at home. Austin RW held a “sold out” Inauguration Celebration Party watching President Trump and Vice President Pence get sworn into office. Our President is already doing a great job! You can follow @realDonaldTrump on Twitter to get real news, not fake news! Getting new members to join your club is a year round endeavor! Now, more than ever, it’s extremely important! More members equal more del- egates at the upcoming Convention in . I’m amazed at the number of guests I see coming to all our club meetings every month and joining Nathalie “on the spot.” Our numbers are going up and it’s exciting to see! One of our clubs has had tremendous success in getting new members, so much so, Northwest Austin RW has moved from a Medium club into the Large Swisher club category. We need all clubs to keep working those “One More’s” and help us reach TFRW’s goal of 15,000 by June 1st. Email [email protected] Capitol RW is a “happy hour” club made up of young professional work- ing women in the downtown Austin area. Many are staffers who work full time jobs at the State Capitol. What an impressive group of young ladies making it happen! Congratulations to San Antonio RW club member District Directors Laura Koerner! She ran unopposed in the Fair Oaks Ranch City Council At Large Place 4 race. She took office as Alderwoman in mid-May. Senatorial District 14 Club members from Alamo City RW, Alamo Heights RW, Bexar Cassie Daniel County RW, Kendall County RW and Mission Hills RW “stood up” [email protected] and “showed up” wearing turquoise at the Right2Speak Power Lunch at the Spaghetti Warehouse in San Antonio on March 8th. They let their voices be Senatorial District 25 heard that the “Day Without A Woman” was #NotMyMarch and #Not- Deana Abiassi MyProtest! Amy Clark, RPT Vice Chair shared words of wisdom during [email protected] the lunch program. Learn more at right2speak.org.

Canyon Lake RW, Hays County RW, and Lost Pines RW got on board with the #NFRWBrightFuture campaign. They took group photos wearing their sunglasses because “The Future’s So Bright We’ve Got To Wear Shades.” Maybe you recognized a few familiar faces in the NFRW Capitol Connection newsletter. I’m happy to say we have another new club in Region IX. Lost Pines RW is our newest club and meets in Bastrop County. Our next big challenge is to get a club started in SD 26 where there currently are none! Our Region IX Leadership Workshop took place on March 25th at the T Bar M Camps | Resorts in New Braunfels.

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What an exciting time to be a Republican! How proud are we to have a Republican President and a Republican Congress? There are times that I just reflect on the election, the inauguration, and the reality of our accomplishments as Republican women who help make this all possible. There is an exuberance in all the clubs in Region XI who are working to keep Republicans in the forefront in their communities. I have seen this enthusiasm in my club visits since January 2017.

Region XI Spring Workshop/Meeting was truly an example of our exciting members.

One hundred women gathered in Salado at the Civic Center to share, network, and listen Gail to a lineup on great speakers. With so many newly elected club presidents in the audience, President Theresa delivered the TFRW mes- Teegarden sage and talked about our history and where we are today. Vice President Rhonda stressed the Email [email protected] importance of building membership and getting out of the box. Vice President Michele brought us up to date on where we are now in our Texas District Directors Legislature and spoke of some of the bills they are working on at this time. Senate District 24 Senator Dawn Bucking- Senatorial District 22 ham shared information from our senate and her view on current bills. Merryl Jones The workshop was topped off with a fun session on “ Conflict Manage- [email protected] ment” lead by Dr. Sara Perry, Professor from Baylor University.

Senatorial District 24 What a fun time to be a Republican woman. Aren’t you Zenia Warren proud to be a part of this fantastic organization? [email protected] Photos of Region XI Spring Workshop held in Salado

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