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TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN “WE MAKE TEXAS IT HAPPEN” SPRING ISSUEStar Leadership Issue President’s Message... In America we find ourselves on the brink of a truly historic presidential election and our votes have never meant more than they mean now. We have a monumental choice ahead of us that will have far reaching ramifications. TFRW ladies attend the We have critical elections right here in NFRW legislative day. Texas in November, too. Sometimes, to make a good deci- sion for our future, we need to take a moment to reflect on our past. NFRW Lately I find myself pondering on Legislative Day our core American values; what our founders meant by them, and what Washington D.C. they mean today: liberty, equality and self-government. It is important Kick off the to know how the candidates translate 2016-2018 Term these core values. Liberty is mentioned in the Declara- tion of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. It is what pro- tects our citizens from unreasonable governmental intrusion and guaran- tees certain rights such as freedom of expression, freedom to worship as we choose, and freedom from unreasonable search and seizure. Our liberty is specifically protected as long as it does not infringe on anoth- er’s protected rights. (President’s Message Continued Page 2) TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN (President’s Message continued for page one) TFRW OFFICERS plies to all men and women regardless of race, religion or President Treasurer creed. As long as we are willing to remain on the quest to Theresa Kosmoski RP Cindy Barberio Payne perfect our practice of equality we will remain, I believe, 177 Coral Ct. 8855 Merlin Ct true to our founders’ vision. Houston TX 77055-4728 Spring Branch TX 78070-6035 713 502 3527 (C) 210 275 4593 (C) [email protected] [email protected] Self-government is the belief that the people of a nation 1st VP Special Events Immediate Past President are the supreme source of authority for the governing and Julie Faubel Jody Rushton all powers granted to any government are derived only as 3110 Golfcrest Dr 4500 Barwyn Ct a result of an affirmative action by its citizens. Montgomery TX 77356-8900 Plano TX 75093-7109 Which candidate will best protect and defend our 918 519 1599 (C) 214 952 8668 (C) [email protected] [email protected] core values? Are you willing to take the time to evaluate our leadership - on all levels - against these VP Bylaws Member-at-Large Tina Gibson Pearl Maggio standards? Remember that our democracy, our self-gov- 911 Millpond Dr 6 South Dylanshire ernment, only works if those who are being governed will Sugar Land TX 77498-3034 The Woodlands, TX 77384 lead by getting informed and getting involved. 713 412 1620 (C) 713 907 1958 (C) [email protected] [email protected] Every one of our TFRW members can play an VP Campaign Activities Member-at-Large important role in the future of the Republican Party Janis Holt Judy Parada in Texas by becoming a delegate to our RPT Convention 105 Magnolia Trl 18754 Grand Harbor Pt Silsbee TX 77656-8983 Montgomery TX 77356-4951 May 12-14, 2016. We in Texas, can impact elections on 409 781 2130 (C) 832 423 9523 © the national level by first fighting for the very best state [email protected] [email protected] party leadership. VP Finance Member-at-Large Karen C Newton Deborah Guitian Roan By committing our energies to our values and our party, 7903 Thornhill St 3406 Erin Knoll Ct we can turn the tide of perception and get our message Houston TX 77059-3715 San Antonio TX 78209-2049 out –that we care about protecting our liberties, equality 210 863 5540 (C) 281 467 6412 (C) [email protected] [email protected] and our special form of self-government. We care about electing candidates that will raise our people up instead VP Legislation STANDING COMMITTEE Michele Samuelson CHAIRMEN of keeping so many chained in the perpetual bondage 14419 Robert I Walker Blvd Awards of welfare. We care about electing people who will Austin TX 78728-6701 Michelle Martin reward hard work and discipline and stop the danger- 214 995 0413 (C) 45 April Point Dr N ous practice of rewarding bad behavior. [email protected] Montgomery TX 77356-5816 281 804 0147 (C) VP Membership [email protected] I’ll say it again.....To win the White House, each of us Rhonda Lacy 3012 Moss Ave Community Engagement has a responsibility to tell our Republican story in the Midland TX 79705-4230 Mary Mayo context of today’s world and stop allowing the liberal 432 553 1593 (C) 875 Heathington Rd media to frame our positions. We know they get it [email protected] Weatherford TX 76088-7609 wrong...we must to set the record straight. 817 304 3590 (C) VP Program [email protected] We can do it. We are TFRW, and We Make It Happen. Besa Martin PO Box 2123 PAC Treasurer Boerne TX 78006-3602 The Honorable Patricia Harless 210 213 5257 (C) 281 793 7914 (C) [email protected] [email protected] TFRWTheresa President 2016-2017 Kosmoski , Public Relations/ Secretary Texas Star Editor Glynis Chester Barbara Tague 14507 Pensham Dr PO Box 20 Frisco TX 75035-7283 TFRW Headquarters Tomball, TX 77377-0020 214 923 5923 (C) 13740 N Hwy 183 Suite J4 Austin, TX 78750 713 851 0737 (C) [email protected] 512-477-1615 (Office) 512-480-0709 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] www.tfrw.org 2 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN Kicking off the 2016 - 2017 term! FEBRUARY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Congratulations to the Newly Elected Members at Large: Judy Parada, Pearl Maggio and Debbie Guitian Roan. Below: Sarah Nyugen reporting on Social Media The Honorable Sarah Davis, Texas House of Representatives Liaison. Say hello to your new logo! 3 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN Passing the gavel to the new President. 4 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN Lots of networking and discussions. Registration and check-in. 5 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN Above left: Belinda Frisk and Patti Johnson! Two ladies, who are always Ready and Well Equipped to SAVE the Day! TFRW Fabulous Hospitalty Co-Chairs. 6 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN TFRW Cheerleaders! IT’S ALL ABOUT THE BLING! Below Left: Meeting the District Directors. 7 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN TFRW members were out in force for the meeting. Megan Kelly Townhall Meeting Queensbury Theatre Houston, TX February 2016 8 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN At the Presidential Debates February - Houston, Texas TFRW was well represented. Tom Mechler, Chairman , Republican Party of Texas, welcoming every- one to Texas. 9 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN The Texas STAR is TFRW’s Marketing Tool with STATEWIDE Coverage! It is sent to every member of TFRW and is your best opportunity to show that you, your club, your organization support the largest Republican Women’s organization in Texas!! This is a fantastic opportunity for our Elected Officials and Candidates to show your support for the LARGEST Group of Republican Volunteers in Texas. TFRW Women “MAKE IT HAPPEN” Texas Star 2016-2017 Advertising Rates Rates are for camera-ready copy only! Any ads requiring additional artwork, etc. will incur additional charges. Cost of any additional work or changes are dependent upon work re- quired. Digital copy in PDF or PNG format is preferred. Advertisement Size is printable area. • Black and White: $100 for business card – Special TFRW Club rate only $350 for quarter page $500 for half-page $800 for full-page inside Color: $200 for business card – Special TFRW Club rate only $550 for quarter page $850 for half-page $1100 for full page $ 1500 for Inside Back Cover $ 2000 for Outside Back Cover ** Inside Front Cover reserved for TFRW Use only Discounts: • 15% for 4 issues, paid in advance • 25% for 8 issues, paid in advance. • 10% TFRW PATRONS DISCOUNT, paid in advance. For further information, contact Barbara Tague, Texas Star Editor: [email protected] or call Cell: 713-851-0737 THE IMPORTANCE OF A LITERACY PROJECT I am honored to serve as TFRW Literacy Chair once again. I urge all clubs to choose a member to chair this important project. Please foward your club’s chosen activities; I often have the opportunity to spotlight a club’s project in the TEXAS STAR or if given the opportunity, to give a report at the quarterly District Director’s Meeting. Forms for the BBLP or MELP can be found on the TFRW website or you may choose to write-up your club’s activities. I look forward to working with each of you and to share your club’s literacy project activities. Please feel freeto contact me by email or phone. I will be happy to hear from each of you! Marie Maggio, TFRW Literacy Chairman [email protected] ~ 409-782-4018 10 TEXAS FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN "Spring 2016 has kept our TFRW Clubs busy! TFRW Ladies have been working for candidates and their campaigns, educating primary voters on the candidates and planning for future events, phone banking and campaigning across Texas!" "TFRW Clubs headed to Houston for the February TFRW Board meeting and" "TFRW LEADERSHIP BOOT CAMP!" making a difference, stepping up and doing their part to give our country a new beginning and working REGION I diligently to elect conservative representatives! They The Republican Women of are hosting candidate debates, educating voters and Northeast Texas are planning for next year’s 20th An- getting out the vote. Social media is their predomi- niversary Club retreat! Ladies of the RWNT, along nate method of getting their message out to the greater with guests from surrounding counties as well as Nancy Wood County.