Hamilton County Young Republicans (HCYRs) are young adults 18 to 40 focusing on the advancement of Republican ideas.
Who should attend? YR events are great for the exchange of ideas, networking, and friendships that will last a lifetime. If that describes you check out our Events Calander to see the when and where of our next gathering.
HCYRs were honored to host Ron Bhalla at our May Social/Happy Hour. Ron is the second 3rd Congressional District candidate to speak in the HCYRs “Meet the Candidate” series. Ron shared his reasons for running and highlighted his business acumen. To learn more about Ron you can go to his website at ronforcongress
HCYRs kicked off their “Meet the Candidate” Series with April’s MM. This series of meetings is designed for GOP 3rd Congressional District candidates to meet and field questions from HCYRs. The Club was excited to kickoff the series with Weston Wamp. Weston shared the reasons why he is running for Congress and his vision for America’s future. After Weston’s speech he held a Q&A session. This part in the presentation was very informative and spirited. HCYRs were honored to have Weston kickoff our “Meet the Candidate” series and look forward to him returning in the future. To learn more about Weston go to his website at westonwamp.com
HCYRs were honored to host Hamilton County Republican legend Bill Bennett, former County Commissioner and current Assessor of Property. We enjoyed his recollection of political history in Hamilton County, when Republicans were in the vast minority. HCYRs look forward to assisting him to another win this election cycle.
Also speaking was School Board Chairman
Mike Evatt. He spoke of the direction Hamilton County Schools are going, rezoning issues and future building plans. Candidates Mike Carter (State Rep) and Gary Starnes (General Sessions Judge) were also present and spoke briefly to the group.Join us at our next Social May 1st at the Social on Warehouse Row when HCYRs will host Congressman Chuck Fleishmann.
Thanks to County Commissioner Joe Graham and County Commission District 3 Republican Nominee Marty Haynes for visiting with HCYRs during our March MM. We discussed the economic future of our county along with redistricting and the county’s education budget. For those wondering what a YR MM is like – please visit one soon and find out. You’ll enjoy the relax atmosphere and conversation HCYRs has with elected officials from every branch of government.
HCYRs are grateful for Senate Speaker Pro Tempore Bo Watson and House Majority Leader Gerald McCormick for hosting us on our recent trip to the State Capital. We enjoyed meeting with State Representatives Vince Dean and Richard Floyd. YRs toured the State Capitol building and enjoyed the view from the balcony overlooking Centennial Park. The trip was topped off by a visit
with former Tennessee Governor Winfield Dunn in his home in west Nashville. Hopefully, this will become an annual event so look forward to next year.
The YR Super Tuesday Watch Party went great. We had a good crowd for it to be our 1st social event of the year. We had 14 to 18 Republicans, of all ages, come to the Foundry to watch election returns. Congratulations to local winners Jim Coppinger, County Mayor; Bill Bennett, Assessor of Property; Marty Haynes, District 3 County Commissioner; these winners will be the GOP candidates in the County General Election held August 2nd, 2012.
We even had a photographer from the NY Times drop in on us. Crazy Right!?!?!
Check out pictures of the Watch Party here.
Keep an eye on the Event Calendar for upcoming events and socials. HCYRs are planning a social for the 1st Tuesday of each month and a Monthly Meeting the last Thursday of each month. Also, special events will pop up throughout the year. So, come out and meet fellow YRs and help keep Hamilton County solid Red.
February’s MM was one of the best attended YR events in recent times. Commissioner McClure shared why he is running for District 3 County Commission and fielded questions from the Club. He stated the Commission has balanced the budget and maintained a AAA Bond Rating.
We also had reps from the GOP Presidential campaigns speak. Each gave good reasoning for their candidate. Rick Santorum will speak @ a Chattanooga Tea Party event, Saturday Feb 5th from 1-4 @ Abba’s House on Hixson Pike. Several other local candidates will also be speaking at the event.
The straw poll results were:
Gingrich & Santorum tied at 6 votes
Romney – 3 votes
Paul – 3 votes
Undecided – 3 votes
As mentioned earlier the attendance was great. Around 25 people attended the meeting. Several new YRs were present as well as current YRs that haven’t been around in recent months
Jefferson’s waitress Emily did a great job serving the group. The overall reaction to the new venue was positive. As of now Jefferson’s will be the YRs new MM place the last Thursday of each month.
If you weren’t able to attend this MM be sure to make it next month 6:30 March 29th, at Jefferson’s.
Presidential Campaigns send reps to YRs February meeting
Super Tuesday, March 6th is fast approaching and that means decision time for Republican primary voters. The edge in the Republican primary has changed more than Daytona 500 pack leaders. At the moment former PA Senator Rick Santorum has pulled ahead of Mitt Romney, the seemingly enduring candidate.
Thursday the 23rd YRs will get a chance to hear each campaigns argument as to why they deserve to be the GOP nominee to face President Obama.
Be sure to hear the arguments Thursday 23th 6:30 at Jefferson’s on Georgia Ave. across from the old Court House.
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