2012 will be our biggest year ever!
There is no shortage of political activity this year. June primaries will see many candidates at local and state levels. Please make it a point to attend one or more of the many candidate forums or debates being held. A great starting place for Missoula conservatives is the Five Valleys Pachyderm Club, the best Republican educational forum in the state.
Montana GOP Winter KickOff in Billings this year was a great success, with nearly 300 present at any one time. Designed with the first-time candidate in mind, breakout sessions included Voter Vault updates and training, campaign treasurer training, central committee ideas and improvements and progress made by the Legislative Redistricting Committee. Speakers at the banquet included Congressman Rehberg and conservative writer S.E. Cupp.
Our Lincoln-Reagan dinner is coming up June 2. This private event requires a ticket purchase for entry. We anticipate selling out every seat early, so reply with a check as soon as you receive your invitation. Those who don’t bother to RSVP will be turned away at the door. Keynote speaker will be Congressman Rehberg. Many candidates will be there to shake hands, hoping to earn your vote. Dig deep into your sock drawer and bring your ”mad money” to spend on the silent and live auctions! A wonderful time will be had by all.
Precinct men and women should be planning to attend February’s central committee meeting. Decisions need to be made. You are the central committee. Your paticipation is what makes it work! Local candidates will be present. Redistricting will be discussed. Plans will be fine-tuned for the Lincoln-Reagan Dinner. Be aware that the DoubleTree kitchen is closed for repairs. We don’t know at this posting if we’ll have our dinner buffet. Precinct persons will be notified prior to the meeting. With or without food, the meeting will be held!