Growth and Opportunity 2013 Report to Shareholders A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN

“ is very much a Red State.” - PA GOP Chairman Rob Gleason

Pennsylvania elections are always exciting. Despite an unfavorable national outcome of the 2012 election, one thing remains absolutely clear: Pennsylvania is very much a Red State. Whether it’s measuring critical wins at the Con- gressional or State Legislative level, or the fact that we made more voter contacts than the 2004 and 2008 elections combined, it’s clear that our record-breaking grassroots campaign made the difference in very close races.

Our work is far from over. As we prepare for the 2013 and 2014 elections, we must continue grow- ing our Party to remain on the cutting edge of political, communication and finance strategy.

We will continue to identify and recruit qualified candidates and run aggressive campaigns to help them achieve victory. We must continue to work with our elected officials to ensure that the people of Pennsylvania know that Republicans are making our Commonwealth the best possible place to live, work and raise a family.

We must continue to hold President and the Democratic Party accountable for their failed policies, and ensure that no Democratic elected official or candidate gets a free pass on their agenda to raise taxes and increase the size of government.

Finally, we must make sure we raise the necessary funds to power our successful programs. We will ensure our Party has the necessary resources to elect a new Superior Court judge in 2013, as well as lay a strong foundation to re-elect Governor Corbett and Lieutenant Governor Cawley in 2014.

I am pleased to report to our shareholders that the state of the Republican Party of Pennsylvania is strong. With your continued support, I am confident that we can elect qualified Republican leaders who will empower our Commonwealth’s lasting prosperity.

Rob Gleason Rob Gleason Chairman

2 A MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR

“I am working every day to make Pennsylvania a better place to live, work and raise a family.” - Governor

It is an honor and privilege to serve you and the people of Pennsylvania as Gover- nor. I am working everyday to help make Pennsylvania a better place to live, work and raise a family. With your support, Lieutenant Governor , members of this administration, the legislature and I have been able to accomplish what many believed could never be done. We have reformed Harrisburg, have balanced budgets and have put Penn- sylvania firmly on the path of long-term economic prosperity.

We have rebuilt a state government that was broken by forcing it to live within its means. We have protected the middle class and taxpayers from the indulgences of past officeholders by refusing to raise taxes. We have helped the private sector create hundreds of thousands of new jobs by getting government out of the way and promoting policies that are friendly to job creators and our small business community.

We have built a world-class energy industry by working with the private sector to responsibly manage and explore our natural resources. This industry has created thousands of Pennsylva- nia jobs and will continue to blossom under our leadership.

We have increased the commitment our government makes to educate our children. By re- forming Pennsylvania’s educational system, we are working to put students first to ensure that all families get the educational opportunities they deserve.

While there is still much left to be done, I am committed to finishing the job that you elected me to do. Our policies have a proven track record and our vision of limited government and fiscal responsibility is one we share with the people of the Commonwealth.

Under the leadership of Chairman Gleason, and with your continued support, our Party con- tinues to grow stronger and I look forward to continuing our important work together.

Tom Corbett Governor

3 A MESSAGE FROM THE U.S. SENATOR “I am committed to putting the federal government on a path toward fiscal responsibility.” -U.S. Senator As your U.S. Senator, I have been committed to increasing eco- nomic growth and creating jobs by working to streamline harm- ful regulations and reform the tax code. I have also continued to support efforts to simplify the tax code and reduce taxes for all American citizens and am fully committed to restoring eco- nomic and private sector job growth and to putting the federal government on a sustainable fiscal path.

The uncertainty created by our nation’s fiscal situation undermines people’s faith in our econ- omy and the credibility of our government. I will continue working to ensure that we do not pass this burden on to future generations of Americans.

Thank you for helping us build a strong Republican Party in Pennsylvania. With your support, I look forward to continuing to fight for the citizens of this great Commonwealth.

Pat Toomey U.S. Senator A MESSAGE FROM THE LT. GOVERNOR “Governor Corbett and I will continue to grow Pennsylvania’s economy.” -Lt. Governor Jim Cawley It has been an honor to serve Pennsylvania citizens over the past two years as Lieutenant Governor. Governor Corbett and I have worked tirelessly to produce two balanced budgets without tax increases, shepherd a rapidly growing energy sector, and to help create thousands of new private sector jobs.

But despite these accomplishments, our job is far from over. For the next two years we will continue addressing critical issues facing our Commonwealth. Governor Corbett and I will con- tinue our work to grow Pennsylvania’s economy, utilize our state’s abundant natural resources, and ensure that every Pennsylvanian that wants a job, is able to get one.

Thank you for your continued support. .

4 Jim Cawley Lieutenant Governor YOUR NATIONAL COMMITTEEMAN “Winning in 2013 will put us in a position to achieve victory in 2014.” -National Committeeman Bob Asher Throughout this year’s election cycle, the Republican Party of Pennsylvania orchestrated a tremendous campaign operation. The RNC was an important partner in this effort, and through the hard work of these two groups, Pennsylvania succeeded in electing its 13th Republican Congressman, as well as majorities in both our State Senate and State House.

This year, our focus will be preparing for the incredibly important reelection of Governor Tom Corbett and Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley. We will also be working to defend our congressio- nal delegation and dominant State Senate and State House majorities in the 2014 election cycle.

I want to thank you all for your constant support of the Republican Party and our efforts to elect effective Republican leaders. Your contributions are essential to our Party’s continued success.

Bob Asher National Committeeman YOUR NATIONAL COMMITTEEWOMAN “The PA GOP is a national leader in implementing effective campaign strategies.” -National Committeewoman Christine Toretti This past year, the Republican Party hosted the Republican Nation- al Convention in Tampa Bay, Florida, and I was honored to serve on the Executive Committee on Arrangements. It was a wonderful celebration that unified Republicans across the country.

Pennsylvania’s prominence at the national convention is clearly echoed by the role our State Party plays in national election efforts. The PA GOP is a leader in implementing effective campaign strategies for candidates up and down the ballot and our success continues to be recognized.

I want to thank you all for your unwavering support of the Republican Party and our efforts to elect effective Republican leaders. Your contributions of time, money, and support are an essential component of our Party’s success.

Christine Toretti 5 National Committeewoman “One of my main priorities as governor is to ensure a good job for every Pennsylvanian that wants one.” -Governor Tom Corbett

REELECTING GOVERNOR CORBETT Promises made, promises kept. Governor Tom Corbett and Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley pledged to change ‘business as usual’ in Harrisburg, and that is exactly what they have done. After eight years of living under the Rendell Administration and the threat of higher taxes and massive spending. Governor Corbett and Lt. Governor Cawley have finally forced government to live within its means and have created a stable fiscal future for many generations to come. A RECORD OF ACCOMPLISHMENT From day one, Governor Tom Corbett and Lt. create thousands of family-sustaining jobs. He has championed Governor Jim Cawley have focused on keeping their a growing and thriving small business community that drives promises to change Harrisburg, and that’s exactly what they our economy by lowering energy costs, ending frivolous lawsuits have done. Starting with reforming a broken state govern- and jackpot jury awards, supporting the continued phase-out of ment, Governor Corbett made the tough decisions to end the Capital Stock and Franchise tax, eliminating the ‘death tax’ runaway government spending and unsustainable borrow- for family farms and countless other job-friendly initiatives. By ing through two balanced budgets passed on time without undertaking education reforms and investing more in our educa- raising taxes. Governor Corbett and Lt. Governor Cawley tion system, Governor Corbett has kept his commitment to put have shielded Pennsylvania’s middle class from a govern- students first. With increased options for education, performance ment that spent beyond its means. They have held the line based testing for students and teachers and keeping tuition costs on taxes. They have worked tirelessly to create over 100,000 low to increase college affordability, more children will be able to new well-paying private sector jobs with job-friendly work towards the promise of a bright future. Thanks to the lead- policies like the Manufacturing Tax Credit and Keystone ership of Governor Tom Corbett and Lt. Governor Jim Cawley Works, while saving thousands more by finding buyers for and their work with our leaders in the Pennsylvania State Senate three refineries. and State House, the Commonwealth has experienced unprec- Governor Corbett has worked to build a world- edented success and prosperity in just two short years, leading us class energy industry that protects our environment while towards a path of recovery that will make Pennsylvania the best harnessing our vast natural resources in a way that will place to live, work and raise a family.

6 The Corbett-Cawley Record: No new taxes Two on-time, balanced budgets Over 100,000 private sector jobs created Championing PA’s energy industry Record investments in PA education A government that lives within its means

EXECUTING A WINNING STRATEGY Reelecting Governor Tom Corbett and Lieuten- we can make a more effective case on why they should take ant Governor Jim Cawley begins now. Building upon the time out of their day to vote for the Corbett-Cawley ticket. lessons learned from previous campaigns, we have the insti- To complement the robust political effort, our tutional knowledge and time-tested strategies to deliver vic- expanding communications team will be implementing cut- tory for our ticket. Governor Corbett has a strong record ting edge messaging strategies to enhance the Governor’s of achievement, and it will be incumbent upon our Party message. Governor Corbett has kept his promises, and to make sure that the people of Pennsylvania know all that the people of Pennsylvania need to know why he deserves the Corbett administration has accomplished. reelection. By collaborating with the campaign and creating Creating a strong grassroots structure that reflects messaging programs centered on key initiatives, we can cre- this voter-by-voter approach will be critical. Putting boots ate a loud echo chamber when publicly advocating for the on the ground now will empower the campaign to build Governor’s policies. This means more newspaper articles, strong relationships with elected officials, volunteers and more TV and radio interviews, and more favorable cover- other activists to complete campaign action items and dis- age for our campaigns. tribute collateral materials. None of this can be accomplished without a Additionally, our model will include creating a strong finance plan. Raising the necessary funds to imple- strong volunteer-leadership structure headlined by “Cor- ment our aggressive campaign plans will be a critical com- bett Captains,” local community and party leaders who will ponent to our success. Building upon our expanding donor manage and oversee the campaign in their neighborhoods. base from the 2012 cycle and creating new levels of donor By utilizing a decentralized approach we can better com- participation will allow us to achieve fundraising goals. municate with the voters we are trying to persuade. Most importantly, the PA GOP’s campaign We are also committed to a data-driven approach structure will work hand-in-hand with the Governor’s to target our efforts. We have caged all of the data gathered re-election team. With thorough collaboration and shared over the 2012 cycle and are in a position to build a strong goals, we can maximize shared resources while minimiz- microtargeting model that marries the Pennsylvania voter ing operating costs. As a result, we will be poised to deliver file with complex data on voter behavior and interests. By Governor Corbett and Lieutenant Governor Cawley a well- communicating with voters on issues that they care about, deserved victory.

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EXECUTING OUR VISION WINNING CRITICAL 2013 RACES BUILDING KEY COALITIONS While we are working to reelect Governor Corbett Building key coalitions will be an important com- and Lieutenant Governor Cawley, we are still focused on ponent of our overall strategy to create vibrant grassroots the key 2013 elections our Party will face. structures at the local level. This includes reaching out to Our Party takes judicial elections very seriously. traditional and non-traditional voters and ensure that we Not only is it important to hold strong conservative ma- craft a Republican message that appeals to them. jorities on Pennsylvania’s statewide courts, but building YOUTH OUTREACH aggressive campaigns in low turnout, odd-year elections Young voters turned out in record numbers in helps give our candidates in 2014 a head start as we create both the 2008 and 2012 elections. By creating an aggressive campaign structures to help them win. On Pennsylvania’s outreach program, led by the hiring of a Youth Outreach statewide courts, we have two statewide judges running for Director and chartering a statewide Teenage Republican retention: Supreme Court Justice Ron Castille and Superior Club, we will work to coalesce Republican activities on high Court Judge Susan Gantman. We will also work to sup- school and college campuses and involve those students port Vic Stabile, a qualified candidate for one open seat on with Republican campaigns up and down the ballot. Pennsylvania’s Superior Court. In addition to the statewide races, we will also pay LATINO AND HISPANIC INCLUSION close attention to critical races at the local level as well. Latino and Hispanic voters are the fastest growing Our efforts at the local level in 2011 resulted in flipping minority population in Pennsylvania, and we must ensure 13 county courthouses to Republican control. As a result, that our political strategies evolve to communicate effec- Republicans currently control a dominant 51 of 67 county tively with this important constituency. Led by a Hispanic courthouses. We will replicate our proven strategies in 2013 Inclusion Director, we will work to build a diverse coalition to work with local campaigns and supplement their efforts. of voters in targeted areas of the state.

8 2013-2014 PA GOP Field Program A clear lesson learned from the 2008, 2010 and 2012 efforts is the necessity to begin as early as possible when creating competitive statewide campaigns. Thus, we will not waste any time putting a strong and professional field operation on the ground to execute statewide campaign action items on the regional and local level. Our 2012 campaign team topped out at over 100 staff members, and as a result, we are able to hire the best of the best operatives from the 2012 cycle to create an elite team going forward. Little time will have to be invested in training new staff and we can jump right into building political structures in all corners of our Commonwealth. Each color denotes a specific political region administered by a Regional Field Director who will collaborate with local organizations and activists to advance statewide, regional and local Republican candidates.

CREATING A DYNAMIC EFFORT The day when we can rely on phone calls and door presences at county fairs, township and community events, knocks alone is over. While traditional methods of voter and other local attractions that will increase our Party and contact will still play an important role as a means to col- candidates’ exposure. Voter registration efforts will also lect data on targeted voters, we will also diversify our voter be a critical component of our dynamic field strategy. We contact methods by doing more online and more on the must identify trends in voter registration behavior and ground. We will place an increased focus on the benefits create a targeted program to influence Pennsylvanians to of traditional retail campaigning to have strong Republican choose the Republican Party.

PROTECTING THE SANCTITY OF OUR ELECTIONS “Our entire electoral process and campaigning for public office; from ballot ac- cess, to fundraising, to the conduct of the election and the counting of the votes cast, and, if necessary, recounts, are subject to substantial statutory and regu- latory requirements. Depending upon the office being sought or the circumstanc- es, federal and state laws govern most of the aspects of our Commonwealth’s and nation’s election system. Today, candidates, political committees, contribu- tors, vendors and even volunteers, need to be familiar with and comply with the applicable laws and rules. As important as it is for a candidate or political committee to retain politi- cal consultants to help with campaign activities and strategy, it is equally necessary for them to retain an attorney who is knowledgeable in all aspects of election law. Compliance with the laws helps to ensure the public’s confidence in the integrity of the conduct and the outcome of an election, and this is what forms the bulwark of our democracy.” -Lawrence J. Tabas, Esq., PA GOP General Counsel

9 2012 Communications By The Numbers: Over 200 press events Nearly 30,000 Facebook likes Over 5,000 followers 10 million visitors to pagop.org Original web video content Creative bracketing schemes Thousands of dollars in earned media

UNLEASHING ONLINE MEDIA USING NEW TECHNOLOGY Harnessing the power of online and social media is As the Internet grows, the proportion of voters a critical component of our Party’s overall communications who consume political media from websites, social media strategy. and other online assets will continue to outweigh other Having a website, a Facebook page and a Twitter forms of content delivery. Our online strategies will con- account is not enough; we are constantly evaluating and tinue to reflect this trend towards online message consump- optimising our online and social media assets to create a tion. two-way conversation with our audiences and engage their By implementing aggressive data-driven strate- interest on our Party, our candidates and our principles. gies, we can be more effective with how we interact with The digital world is the new frontier of political members of our online audience. By analyzing how our campaigning, and we are proud to remain on the cutting- Facebook friends, Twitter followers, and website visitors in- edge. Our strategies have been wildly successful as PA teract with our assets, we can fine-tune our content delivery GOP online assets experienced tremendous growth in systems to better mirror the behaviors of our audiences. 2012. We have doubled our number of Twitter followers, Real-time analytics will allow us to test different quadrupled the number of people following our Facebook messages and discern which audiences are responding fa- page, received well over 20,000 views on our YouTube vorably to various approaches. For example, if a voter con- channel and millions of visits to our website. sumes content that is personal to his or her interests, the Looking ahead, we will identify new mediums in probability that he or she will be driven to positive action which we can engage voters in political discourse. Emerg- increases exponentially. This mechanism will be an integral ing markets like Tumblr, Pinterest, FourSquare, Instagram component of our new state-of-the-art website. The new and many others offer opportunities to communicate with pagop.org will contain layers of data-gathering mechanisms new audiences. Additionally, by delivering targeted mes- that will allow us to track our audiences’ behaviors and sages to audiences who consumed our content in each of deliver targeted content to specific voters. these mediums, we were also able to push our stakeholders Additionally, by creating information sharing por- into action, whether by driving them to volunteer, donate tals amongst our allies, our Republican campaigns will be or vote on Election Day. We will continue to build on our able to harness the data that we collect and create targeted successes while we keep pace with the constant changes in messaging programs to better communicate with members technology. of our electorate.

10 In 2012, the PA GOP was the only State Party in the country to launch its very own television ad. Called ‘The Problem,” the ad highlighted President Obama’s failed record on the economy. After the ad launched, we earned statewide and national press coverage, and were also able to raise thousands of dol- lars online to continue keeping the ad on the air.

DRIVING OUR MESSAGE HOLDING DEMOCRATS Infusing our message in the media - television, radio, print and online outlets - is absolutely critical to our ACCOUNTBLE effort to provide mass audiences with the opportunity to As elected Democrats execute their brand of engage with our Party’s principles and candidates. We are bloated government highlighted by tax hikes and massive continuing to develop our earned media capabilities by spending, it is our role to ensure that they are held developing relationships with various media outlets to drive accountable for these failed policies. our message in all corners of our Commonwealth. By implementing a technique called “bracketing,” In 2012, we were successful working with we combine creative and substantive elements to convey statewide and local candidates in securing interviews, as the Republican point-of-view in a clear and compelling well as booking Republican surrogates across the state manner. We want to ensure that Democrats must always to provide conservative commentary on key issues of answer publicly for the policies they support. For example, the news cycle. We booked over one thousand surrogate whenever President Obama or one of his surrogates travels interviews in 2012 alone. Our 2013 judicial candidates will to Pennsylvania, we will be prepared with our own talking benefit tremendously from this institutional knowledge, points to encourage media outlets to include our point of experience and relationships we have built with the media. view in their reporting. As the 2012 Presidential campaign created a In 2012, we executed a number of creative heightened interest in politics among the Pennsylvania strategies to inject our messaging in the Republican electorate, we worked to make national messaging relevant campaign. From wishing President Obama a “Happy to everyday Pennsylvanians to better convey why our Birthday” with a golf-themed cake, to spoofing the Party and our candidates best represent our Pennsylvania annual March Madness basketball tournament with our values. As Republicans in Congress continue to challenge own “Miserable Madness” version (that highlighted the President Obama on critical issues, our goal is to make worst Obama-Casey policies), our aggressive and creative certain that the Republican point-of-view is included in the bracketing program kept Democrats accountable to the statewide news cycle every single day. Pennsylvania constituents they serve. Our voters deserve to We launched the “Power Play,” a weekly e-mail know where the candidates stand on important issues and containing top GOP talking points to circulate among key we will make sure that Democrats are held accountable as reporters, surrogates and party stakeholders. they travel our Commonwealth.

11 Attendees listen to remarks from Tagg Romney at a packed sportsman’s rally in Harrisburg.

Governor Tom Corbett at a rally at the Dauphin Rep. (PA-8) rallies supporters at County Victory Center in Harrisburg. the Doylestown VIctory Center in Bucks County. REPUBLICAN VICTORIES In 2012, the Republican Party of Pennsylvania built the largest Presidential campaign in our Common- wealth’s history. Harnessing the enthusiasm of thousands of volunteers, we were able to connect with millions of voters throughout Pennsylvania. Despite the national outcome, the data and structure that we built together in 2012 will benefit Republican campaigns for many years to come.

KEY WINS IN A TOUGH CLIMATE 2012 At A Glance: Despite a national climate that was hostile to The largest Republican campaign in Republicans, our Party and our candidates earned key Pennsylvania history. victories during the 2012 cycle. We expanded our major- ity in our Congressional delegation to 13 Congressmen by Over $23 million dollars raised defending our 12 incumbent Congressmen, five of whom we elected in the 2010 sweep. We also added Congressman Over 6 million voter contacts made , and as a result, Pennsylvania now enjoys Over 200 press events held one of the most Republican Congressional delegations in the country. Nearly 2 million doors knocked Our state legislature also remains solidly Repub- Over 100 campaign staffers lican. The Pennsylvania State Senate retained their already strong majority, while the State House was able to maintain Over 10,000 volunteers their record 2010 margins.We will build on our successes and continue to elect more Republicans in Pennsylvania.

12 Mrs. Suzanne Cawley, wife of Lt. Governor Jim Cawley, makes phone calls with PA GOP Chairman Rob Gleason makes phone volunteers at the Dauphin County Victory Center in Harrisburg. calls at the Cambria County Victory Center.

Packed Chester County Victory Center on the day before Election Day.

SHATTERING GRASSROOTS RECORDS In 2012, we built the strongest grassroots opera- contact records of the 2004 and 2008 campaigns. In fact, tion in Pennsylvania’s history. Up against a significant voter we made more voter contacts in 2012 than in both of those registration disadvantage, tens of thousands of volunteers campaigns combined. We made six million phone calls, and activists for the Republican Party held nothing back knocked on more than one million doors, and consistently in their willingness to volunteer for our entire GOP ticket. performed among the top five states in voter outreach on a We setup local Romney-Victory volunteer centers around weekly basis. the Commonwealth to harness the thousands of hard- Going forward in the years and campaigns to working volunteers into the campaign’s activities, and also come, we will work to learn from and build upon our 2012 established programs to allow volunteers to engage the grassroots success and identify new and innovative ways campaign from their own homes. to ensure our Party’s grassroots are engaged in Republican Our operation shattered the widely-touted voter campaigns up and down the ballot.

“As the Republican Party charts a new course for our future, Pennsylvania will remain key to our political strategy. Chairman Rob Gleason, National Committeeman Bob Asher and National Committeewoman Christine Toretti have made tremendous gains in Pennsylvania and I can always count on their outstanding leadership. I look forward to continuing our strong partnership as we work together to grow and strengthen our par- ty. Building on the recommendations from the Growth and Opportunity Project, the PA GOP will be an essential partner in establishing a more robust Republican Party on our path to win more elections up and down the ticket. ” -Reince Priebus, RNC Chairman

13 Cutting Democrat Margins: Obama 2008 vs. Obama 2012

The Obama campaign lost ground in nearly every county in Pennsylvania. These percentages are based on President Obama’s performance vis-a-vis .

IMPROVED RESULTS There is much we can learn from the results of the percentage and amount of registered Republicans (82%) 2012 Presidential campaign, both nationally and in Pennsyl- than 2004 or 2008, and while Chester County voted for vania. Despite our efforts, the national pendulum ultimately Obama in 2008, it came out for Romney in 2012. Bucks swung in President Obama’s favor. However, as the map County was also able to turn out a greater percentage above shows, the Obama campaign lost ground in nearly (87%), and Obama’s margin of victory significantly de- every single county in Pennsylvania, and analyzing Mitt creased. In Montgomery County, our turnout percent- Romney’s performance in key Pennsylvania counties yields age also increased. This indicates GOP opportunities for valuable insights for our future Republican campaigns. growth when running strategic and aggressive campaigns.

SOUTHWEST CENTRAL Southwest Pennsylvania has been the most sig- While turnout margins decreased in some parts of nificant area of growth for the GOP in the past 10 years. the midstate during the 2012 election, it’s clear that energiz- In counties that were once traditional Democratic strong- ing our Republican base in the “T” is a key component of holds, we have earned significant margins of victory. For our statewide strategy. Flipping Centre County, home of example, Mitt Romney won Cambria County by 17.8%, Penn State University and a sizable student population, was Westmoreland County by 24% and Greene County by a significant accomplishment, despite the Obama cam- 17.7%. Part of our campaign strategy moving forward paign’s hypertargeting of younger voters. Identifying new will be to build upon this organic momentum towards the ways to communicate with base voters will be critical in GOP and build even greater margins to offset Democratic our efforts to increase turnout in key areas. As a result of strongholds in places like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. these key victories, Pennsylvania Republicans should have a great deal of confidence heading into 2014. Despite a SOUTHEAST national climate that was hostile to Republicans in 2012, the The Southeast is the most populated area of the PA GOP was able to decrease Obama’s margin of victory state, and remains one of the critical battlegrounds in more than any other swing-state, even those who received statewide elections. Mitt Romney and our ticket earned key much more attention and resources. It’s clear victory is well victories. Chester County was able to turn out a greater within our reach in future Pennsylvania elections.

14 The largest rally in the entire Romney campaign was held in Pennsylvania when 35,000 attended a rally with Mitt and in Yardley, Bucks County BUILDING RECORD-BREAKING EVENTS Over the course of the 2012 cycle, the PA GOP In addition to playing a critical role in executing worked closely with the Romney for President operation to events with national surrogates, the PA GOP also created create and execute over 200 events for Mitt Romney and a strong team effort with statewide and local surrogates to our statewide candidates. push the national message in Pennsylvania. Events were held in every county and highlighted From Governor Corbett, U.S. Senator Toomey, both national and local surrogates. Presidential nominee Lieutenant Governor Cawley and members of our Con- Mitt Romney and Vice Presidential nominee gressional delegation to state legislators, county commis- both held record-breaking events within Pennsylvania in sioners and various party officials, we welcomed Republi- the final days of the election, attracting more attendees cans of all ranks into our operation to empower our ability at their rallies than at any other event they had previously to communicate with Pennsylvania voters on the issues. As headlined. In early November, a massive campaign rally a result, the PA GOP earned national recognition for our with Mitt and Ann Romney in Yardley, Bucks County, streamlined and robust event planning operation that con- Pennsylvania attracted over 35,000, and held the record for sistenly yielded results in terms of large crowds and great the largest event in the entire Romney-Ryan campaign. media coverage.

“Events are a critical part of any competitive campaign and I was excited to partner with the PA GOP and localize the national cam- paign as often as possible in Lancaster County. From building thousand-strong crowds to holding press conferences at our head- quarters, the PA GOP made it a priority to feature local leaders and ac- tivists in their efforts.” -Scott Martin, Lancaster County Commissioner

15 Rep. (PA-16) Rep. (PA-9) Dean of the Pennsylvania Chairman, House Committee on Congressional Delegation Transportation and Infrastructure Rep. Mike Kelly (PA-3) Rep. (PA-4) Rep. Glenn Thompson (PA-5) Rep. (PA-6) Rep. (PA-7) With 13 Congressmen, Pennsylvania has the 4th largest Republican Congressional Delegation in the

Rep. Mike Fitzpatrick (PA-8) Rep. (PA-10) Rep. (PA-11) Rep. Keith Rothfus (PA-12) Rep. (PA-15) Rep. Tim Murphy (PA-18) country. CONGRESSIONAL GAINS After electing five new Republican Congressmen trict in 2012. Congressman Rothfus will be joined by Con- and growing Pennsylvania’s delegation to 12 Republican gressman Scott Perry, who won election to Pennsylvania’s Congressmen in 2010, few thought that we would be able 4th District in South Central Pennsylvania. Perry replaces to further expand the map in 2012. Not only did we defend retiring Congressman Todd Platts who was a dedicated all 12 incumbents, many of which were targeted nationally public servant for many years. The 4th District will be well by Democratic groups, we elected an additional Congress- served by Perry, who previously served in the Pennsylvania man, thereby growing our delegation to a remarkable 13 State House. Republican Congressman out of Pennsylvania’s 18 member By running a collaborative effort between the PA delegation. GOP and our congressional campaigns, we were able to Keith Rothfus, a tested and hardworking candidate maximize resources to ensure that our candidates had the who had run a strong campaign in 2010, never gave up his resources they needed. We will continue to support our ambition to represent the 12th District in Western Pennsyl- Congressmen in subsequent re-election efforts and will vania. Long represented by Democrats and targeted by the focus on recruiting formidable Republican challengers to PA GOP as a key toss-up seat, Rothfus won the 12th Dis- the five remaining Democratic seats in Pennsylvania.

“Led by Chairman Rob Gleason, the PA GOP has made a tremendous im- pact in increasing the size and influence of Pennsylvania’s Congressional delegation. With 13 members, Pennsylvania now has the fourth largest del- egation in the House of Representatives. I look forward to working with the PA GOP to continue strengthening our Party.” –Rep. Bill Shuster (PA-9), Chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

16 Sam Smith Senate President Pro Tempore Speaker of the House

Dominic Pileggi Mike Turzai Senate Majority Leader House Majority Leader STRENGTHENING MAJORITIES IN THE LEGISLATURE Securing Republican majorities in the Pennsylvania and it is clear that Pennsylvania voters value the pro- State Senate and State House continue to be key compo- growth, pro-jobs legislation that the Pennsyvlania Senate nents of our strategy in ensuring that Governor Corbett has continued to champion. and our State Legislature are able to improve our Com- In 2010, Republicans flipped the Pennsylvania monwealth by advancing a rock-solid conservative agenda. State House back to Republican control. Since this historic Through aggressive candidate recruitment, implementing election, we were focused on not only retaining a record proven campaign strategies and fostering strong relation- Republican majority, but also to support candidates in key ships with the Senate Republican Campaign Committee swing districts to increase our majority. As a result, we were (SRCC) and House Republican Campaign Committee able to successfully return all of our freshmen members to (HRCC), Republicans were able to maintain solid majorities Harrisburg and maintained a strong majority in the State in both chambers during the 2012 cycle. House with 111 members. A few years ago, the Pennsylvania Senate was the We will continue our partnership with both the only Republican-controlled body in the entire Northeast SRCC and HRCC as we prepare for special elections in U.S. The Senate defended its majority once again in 2012, 2013, the 2014 mid-term elections and beyond.

“This election cycle, Chairman Rob Gleason and the Pennsylvania Republican Party were essential components of our electoral suc- cess at the state level. Because of their hard work and dedication, we were able to maintain and strengthen our Republican majori- ties in our State House. I look forward to building upon the success- es we have accomplished.” -Sam Smith, PA Speaker of the House

17 PennsylvaniaPENNSYLVANIA was first in line to witness history PROUDat one of the largest media events in the world. In August of 2012, nearly 50,000 visitors came to Tampa Bay, Florida to attend the Republican National Convention to formally select a Republican nominee for President of the . Pennsylvania was one of the largest delegations in attendance with over 500 delegates, alternate delegates and guests who proudly represented our Commonwealth to celebrate our Party and its principles. We were all honored to have Governor Tom Corbett serve as the chair of our delegation. A CONVENTION TO REMEMBER Originally scheduled to last four days, the conven- tion was shortened to three as a result of incoming Hur- ricane Isaac. Despite the cancelation of Monday’s session, the spirits of Pennsylvania’s delegation could not be damp- ened. With prime floor seating, Pennsylvania delegates were in the thick of a historic process to nominate our Party’s candidates for President and Vice President. Pennsylvania’s prominence was exhibited when Joanna Cruz, a delegate from Montgomery County, was selected to officially second Paul Ryan’s nomination for Vice President. The delegation spent four days in Tampa attending not only official convention sessions, but events hosted by numerous convention sponsors. At the Florida Aquarium, mermaids and penguins greeted delegates and guests as special guest Governor Tom Corbett warmed the crowd. At Carmines, a Cuban restaurant in Ybor City, salsa dancers not only showed off their skills, but opened the dance floor to give lessons with Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley. It was certainly a convention not to be forgotten.

18 “This year, the Republican National Convention not only served as a nomi- nating platform, but also as a showcase of the Republican Party’s up and coming leadership. As a member of the Pennsylvania delegation, I had the great privilege of seeing these young, talented Republican leaders first-hand. Our Party, and Pennsylvania, can be very excited knowing that we have such great leaders in our future!” -Renee Amoore, PA GOP Deputy Chair

“It was an honor to be a member of Pennsylvania’s delegation to the Republican National Convention. The Pennsylvania delegation played an essential role in the nomination of Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan as our candidates for the presidency and vice-presidency. Our great Commonwealth can be very proud to have been part of such an incredible experience.” -Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh, PA GOP Treasurer

“This year’s Republican National Convention in Tampa Bay, Florida was a tremendous display of Republican pride. Back home, we enjoyed the fact that Republican officials from across the nation gathered to display their enthusiasm and excitement for not only our candidates, but for our Party’s greater message. The convention concluded with our volunteers ener- gized for our entire ticket.” -Andy Reilly, Delaware County GOP Chairman

“Thanks to Chairman Rob Gleason’s leadership, the Pennsylvania delega- tion to the Republican National Convention was able to stand on the fore- front of history and proudly nominate our Party’s presidential candidate. Pennsylvania Republicans can be proud to know we have such outstanding leadership at the helm of our State Party, leading us forward into a new era of Republican politics” -Dick Stewart, PA GOP Central Caucus Chairman

19 A MESSAGE FROM THE FINANCE CHAIRMAN “Your continued support is crucial in fueling our aggressive campaign programs.” -PA GOP Finance Chairman Chris Gleason

After another year of continuing to grow our fundraising ef- forts at the Republican Party of Pennsylvania, I am very excited to report the addition of 5,000 new donors through direct mail, online fundraising and telemarketing, as well as the successful 2012 Fundraising Summary expansion of our Commonwealth Club. The Commonwealth Club now has a membership of over 300 Total Raised Pennsylvania activists across the Commonwealth. In 2012 we $23,166,750 held at least one event a month that featured top tier speakers Total Donors Governor Tom Corbett, Senator Pat Toomey, Lt. Governor Jim 21,348 Cawley, Anita McBride and Karl Rove. Looking forward, we will continue to expand our membership as well as host even 429 donors more events throughout Pennsylvania. gave more than $1,000 118 donors We are excited to announce that our Commonwealth Club’s gave more than $5,000 $5,000 level has expanded so much that we are branding these 76 donors donors as Keystone Members. On top of all Commonwealth gave more than $10,000 Club benefits to Members, Keystone Members will be invited 38 donors on a day trip to Washington, DC. In our nation’s Capital, gave more than $25,000 Keystone Members will have to the chance to meet with our 25 donors 13 Congressmen, experience an exclusive tour of the Capitol, gave more than $100,000 sit down for a private roundtable with U.S. Senator Pat Toomey and insider briefings from Republican national leadership.

Internet As we move toward our goal of re-electing Governor Tom Total raised: $81,802.78 Corbett and Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley and increasing Average Gift: $86.02 majorities in our U.S. Congressional, State Senate, and State New Donors: 961 House delegations, your continued support will be crucial to Telemarketing making sure we have sufficient funds to operate our aggressive Total raised: $229,414 field program. I hope to work with you soon to continue these Average Gift: $34 efforts. Thank you for all that you do for our Party! New Donors: 3,637 . Direct Mail Total raised: $448,046 Average Gift: $44.37 New Donors: 1,717 Chris Gleason Finance Chairman

20 OUR PERMANENT HEADQUARTERS The Shaner Republican Center, the permanent headquarters of the Republican Party of Pennsylvania, is located in downtown Harrisburg, just steps from the Capi- Leaving Your Legacy tol Complex and the heart of Pennsylvania’s government. Naming Opportunities at PAGOP HQ Originally purchased in 1959, the building fell into disrepair Communications Suite: $250,000 over years of hard-fought campaigns. In 2010, our Party embarked to raise the funds Executive Conference Room: $150,000 necessary to completely renovate the building into a state- Small Conference Area: $25,000 of-the-art campaign headquarters. Volunteer Center: $75,000 Today, the Shaner Republican Center is equipped with over 10,000 square feet of campaign space shared by Campaign Office: $50,000 the State Party, Senate Republican Campaign Committee Finance Suite: $75,000 and other statewide campaigns. Our headquarters has been Executive Director’s Suite: $35,000 recognized as one of the best state party headquarters in the country and we look forward to continuing this legacy Wall of Thanks: $1,000 in the future.

“As the headquarters of the Pennsylvania Republican Party, the Shaner Republican Center is the epicenter of our Party’s statewide operations. This incredible space would not be available to us without your generous donations. Thank you for your contributions and we hope for your continued support in the future.” -Joyce Haas, PA GOP Vice Chair

21 Commonwealth Club Members gather at an event in Southeast Former Pennsylvania Gubernatorial candidate Pennsylvania. and NFL Hall of Famer .

The monthly luncheons and receptions feature some of the biggest political names in both Pennsylvania and national politics. Some of this year’s speakers included Governor Tom Corbett, U.S. Senator Pat Toomey, Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley, New Jersey Congressman Jon Runyan, Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi, Pennsylvania’s Speaker of the House Sam Smith Members listen to remarks provided by Majority and several members of Pennsylvania’s Leader Dominic Pileggi. congressional delegation. BUILDING OUR PARTY TOGETHER members are privy to an “all access pass” to the Party, receiving THE COMMONWEALTH CLUB complimentary monthly invitations to luncheons and receptions The Commonwealth Club is an outstanding way held across the state, lapel pins, discounts on State Party dinners for politically concerned individuals to gather together and exclusive Party updates. to support the Republican Party of Pennsylvania. It also Joining the Commonwealth Club is an opportunity to put provides a professional and personal networking oppor- Republican ideals into action while keeping contributions within tunity through a variety of luncheons and receptions with the state of Pennsylvania. Join today and experience all that this political leaders throughout the state. Commonwealth Club inner circle of friends has to offer.

COMMONWEALTH CLUB MEMBER YOUNG COMMONWEALTH CLUB $1,000 annual contribution MEMBER (under age 35) (only $84 a month) $500 annual contribution (only $42 a month) • Invited complimentary to monthly Common- • Invited complimentary to monthly Common- wealth Club events held throughout the state wealth Club events held throughout the state • Discount on City Commonwealth Lun- • Discount on New York City Commonwealth Lun- cheon in conjunction with Pennsylvania Society cheon in conjunction with Pennsylvania Society Dinner ($250) Dinner ($250) • Discounted tickets to annual Fall Dinner and • Discounted tickets to annual Fall Dinner and Lincoln Day Dinner Lincoln Day Dinner • Receive the annual Report to Shareholders, • Receive the annual Report to Shareholders, monthly Pennsylvania Republican newspaper, monthly Pennsylvania Republican newspaper, the daily PA GOP News Brief and regular updates daily PA GOP News Brief and regular updates from Party Leadership from Party Leadership • Lapel pin • Lapel pin

22 Over 300 guests packed The Plaza for the annual New York City Commonwealth Club Luncheon featuring guest speaker Karl Rove.

ANNUAL NEW YORK CITY LUNCHEON During the annual Pennsylvania Society retreat to New York City this past December, the Republican Party of Pennsylvania hosted its annual Commonwealth Club Luncheon at The Plaza Hotel. At this premier event of the Pennsylvania Society weekend, Republican Party of Pennsylvania Common- wealth Club Members and guests gather to hear from Republican Party leaders and elected officials. Featured guest speaker Karl Rove spoke to over 300 guests about the future of the Republican Party. He put forth directives for the Republican Party to focus on for the next election cycle. The annual luncheon was a wonderful event that left attendees feeling optimistic and motivated about the future of the Republican Party.

“The PA GOP is a strong force in state politics thanks to the incredible leadership of Chairman Rob Gleason. Giving to the Pennsylvania Re- publican Party ensures that the Party remains a powerful influence in Pennsylvania politics. I strongly urge you to continue to support the Re- publican Party of Pennsylvania in its mission to elect strong candidates across the Commonwealth.” -Jim McErlane, PA GOP Finance Vice Chair

23 THE KEYSTONE CLUB The Keystone Club is the Republican Party of KEYSTONE MEMBER BENEFITS $5,000 annual contribution Pennsylvania’s newest membership organization that sup- ports the efforts of our Party. • Two complimentary invitations with reserved seat- As a Keystone Member, you and guests will enjoy ing to monthly Commonwealth Club events held all the perks of being a Commonwealth Club member throughout the state. along with our annual meeting in our nation’s Capital. In Washington D.C., members will have the unique opportu- • Two complimentary invitations with priority nity to take a behind-the-scenes look at our federal govern- seating to New York City Commonwealth Club ment by meeting with top Pennsylvania officials. Members Luncheon in conjunction with Pennsylvania will interact with U.S. Senator Pat Toomey, our 13 Republi- Society Dinner including an invitation to the can Congressmen and national leaders from the Republican exclusive pre-reception. National Committee. Events unique to the Keystone Club provide a • Two complimentary invitations to the Annual Keystone Washington, DC Day Trip including the forum to engage in dialogue with Republican leaders on chance to meet with our 13 Congressmen, experi- issues that are vital to our families, communities and busi- ence an exclusive tour of the Capitol, sit down for nesses. These events also provide an excellent opportunity a private roundtable with Senator Pat Toomey and from which our members enjoy gaining political contacts, insider briefings from Republican national leader- personal friendships and key business relationships. ship. Keystone Members provide great insight and advice. Our leaders rely on this interaction as a source of • Receive the annual Report to Shareholders, sound expertise and insight into legislative policy. monthly Pennsylvania Republican newspaper, daily Our First Annual Keystone Washington, D.C. PA GOP News Brief and regular updates from Day Trip will take place on Wednesday, June 5, 2013. Join Party Leadership. the Keystone Club today and join us for a one-of-a-kind • Lapel Pin experience in our nation’s Capital that you will surely never forget.

24 COMMONWEALTH CLUB

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26 LEADERSHIP AND STAFF Leadership Rob Gleason - Chairman Richard Stewart - Central Caucus Co-Chairman Joyce Haas - Vice Chair Donna Reinaker - Central Caucus Co-Chair Bob Asher - National Committeeman Albie Mercer - Southwest Caucus Chair Christine Toretti - National Committeewoman Cindy Robbins - Northwest Caucus Chair Don Yost - Northeast Caucus Chairman Renee Amoore - Deputy Chair Blake Marles - Northeast Central Caucus Chairman Lawrence Tabas - General Counsel Michael Meehan - Southeast Caucus Chairman Chris Gleason - Finance Chairman Jim McErlane - Finance Vice Chairman Carolyn “Bunny” Welsh - Treasurer Peg Ferraro - Assistant Secretary Richard Stewart - Assistant Treasurer

Staff Administration Political Bob Bozzuto - Executive Director Peter Towey - Political Director Zach Straining - Staff Assistant Cody Harbaugh - Deputy Political Director Salli Pierce - Executive Assistant Jerry Morgan - Congressional Liaison Joe DeFelice - Philadelphia/EDO Director Communications and Technology Annie Havey - Philadelphia Office Manager Valerie Caras - Communications and Technology Director Nick Trainer - Deputy Director of Field Operations Alexa Moser - Deputy Communications Director Antori Miranda - Hispanic Inclusion Director Finance and Accounting Perry Bentley - Southeast Regional Field Director Angela Nielsen - Finance Director Kathleen Bowman - South Central Regional Field Director Joel Jukus - Comptroller Andrew Patterson - Southwest Regional Field Director Margot Crouch - Deputy Finance Director Mike Scott - North Central Regional Field Director Kelsey Callahan - Deputy Finance Director Sakura Ung - South Central Regional Field Director Matt Wagner - Human Resources Manager Gretchen Svitko - Database Coordinator

A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR I wanted to take a moment and thank you for your tireless support throughout the 2012 election cycle. Our Party made a significant impact in our Commonwealth by electing a 13th Republican Congressman, as well as maintaining strong majorities in both our State Senate and State House. This would not have been possible without your support of the Republican Party. It is never too early to begin planning for the next election as we look to reelect two amazing leaders: Governor Tom Corbett and Lieutenant Governor Jim Cawley. I invite you to join our team to grow a strong Republican presence in Pennsylvania. With your help, we can execute our vision to keep the Republican Party at the cutting edge of Pennsyl- vania politics. Our staff is here to serve you and grow our Party. Please visit or contact our office at anytime.

Bob Bozzuto Executive Director

27 Shaner Republican Center 112 State Street Harrisburg, PA 17101 p. 717.234.4901 f. 717.231.3828 www.pagop.org