9-22-23 Briefs

Sep 222023
 

NEWS BRIEFS

Arizona Citizens Defense League
Time is running out to get your tickets to the AZCDL Annual Meeting in Tucson. Saturday, October 21st, 2023 11 AM – 4 PM; This meeting is open only to AzCDL members and their guests. https://azcdl.org/annual-meeting/
When They’re Right, They’re Right
As you may have heard, the democrat tyrant (yes, Briefs is being redundant) in New Mexico decided to ban guns all on her lonesome. This basically got just about everyone mad at her, including her own AG and the sheriffs. Well, the Libertarian Party of New Hampshire had the absolute best response (strong language warning for those who clutch their pearls at every Trump tweet) https://twitter.com/LPNH/status/1694154833765286191. Technically, that post was before the NM Gov. gave her order. But it’s still perfectly sums it up.
Briefs is FAMOUS!
The other day, Jose Borrajero, wrote an editorial over at the Arizona Daily Independent talking about one of the Letters we published (commenting on HCR 2039). [Link]  Thank you for the shout out Jose. I really appreciate it. I’m sure that not linking to the issue in question was just an oversight, especially since the editorial appeared to assume that everyone who read it would already know about this little corner of the web. Here’s the link to that issue: http://www.republicanbriefs.org/2023/09/14/9-14-23-briefs/. You don’t have to go back and edit it Jose. I’ll put in a comment with the relevant links to the article and your response here in Briefs. I know comments over there generally don’t include links, but I’m sure you can make an exception in this case (you being the executive editor and all). Thanks again for the shout out. OOPS, I see that comments are closed. — JS
Lincoln Republican Women
Invite you to Enjoy an Evening of Fine Food, Cocktails, and Special Guest Speakers. Monday, Oct 2, 2023, 5:00pm in the Maggiano’s Private Dining Room. 16405 N. Scottsdale Road; Evening’s Schedule: 5:00 PM (Earlier Time)—Registration and Cocktails / 6:00 PM—Seated Dinner, Family Style / 6:40 PM—Program. Speakers: Tyler Bowyer (RNC National Committeeman), Jeff DeWit (Chairman of the Arizona Republican Party), Elijah Norton (Treasurer of the Arizona Republican Party), Cindy Casaus (President of Arizona FRW), Yvonne Cahill (Arizona Republican Party Member at Large – CD 1); Topic: Everything you Ever Wanted to Know About the AZGOP and Were Afraid to ASK !! RSVP By 2pm on Friday, Sept 29; Admission $52 per person; Questions? Send an email to: LincolnRepWomen2@gmail.com or call Allison at (480) 628-2763
Battle for the Working Class
One of the hallmarks of politics for a long time in this country has been the tight bond between the Democrat Party and unions. The first cracks appeared under Reagan and then slowly got bigger during the 1990s and beyond. There are many reasons for this, but today non-government union members are fully in play. Their wages don’t go up automatically with taxes. And nowhere is this more evident in the fact the Trump plans to skip debate and visit UAW members in Detroit
Nation’s Largest Liberal Donor Group Moves Against No Labels
The Arizona Sun Times reports: A powerful network of liberal donors are reportedly planning to oppose No Labels, the newest political party to be recognized in Arizona, as Democrats in the state express concerns the party could serve as a spoiler and cause President Joe Biden to lose the 2024 presidential election.

The influential Democracy Alliance, the nation’s largest club for wealthy liberal donors, told German-owned Politico that Democrats are “increasingly concerned” that a No Labels presidential ticket “could function as a spoiler” for Biden and help former President Donald Trump regain the White House.

YUM
The Gila County Republican Commitee is hosting the 1st. Annual – Keep Gila County Red! Chili & Salsa Cook Off – Free to enter, eat and vote. Nov. 4th. 11am- 2pm @ Gila County Republican Party Headquarters, 438 S. Beeline Hwy. Payson, AZ Meet candidates, sign petitions, update voter registration, enjoy classic cars, cornhole, music & delicious food. Call, text or email Lori Mills @ 928-200-3665 or lmills.gcrc@gmail.com

CANDIDATE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Michelle Ugenti-Rita
I am announcing my candidacy for the office of County Supervisor, District 2, Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. The voters of District 2 have been deeply disappointed by the actions of appointed Supervisor Thomas Galvin. Whether it is defending botched elections, fiscal mismanagement (including support for the Prop 400 transportation tax increase) or abdicating his responsibility to the residents in Rio Verde Foothills when they desperately needed a solution for their water problem.

For too long, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has lacked transparency, flown under the radar without accountability and been beholden to entrenched bureaucrats and special interests. It is time to call them what they really are, RINOs, and expose the county cartel that has been facilitating and perpetuating a liberal woke agenda. The district deserves better.

“District 2 is a Republican district and the voters want and deserve a Supervisor who reflects those conservative principles. They are tired of being sold out time and time again when politicians like Galvin who claim to be conservative in order to win their vote, then turn around and support, bloated budgets, tax increases and woke gender politics that only succeed in growing government. This stands in stark contrast to my unmatched 12 year record of successfully delivering conservative results to the voters.”
Campaign Website: www.ElectMichelle.com

READERS SPEAK OUT

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Nancy Plencner, Fountain Hills
Never have I seen so many elected Republicans in front of TV cameras talking out of both sides of their mouth. Garbed in blue suits, red ties and white shirts they prattle on about the budget talks…’must have spending cuts, but can’t allow the government to shut down!’ Why Not?? When the pendulum swings so far Left, the only thing to do is run as fast as you can to the far Right in hopes of getting things back to center. We have never been further Left than today; so DC House Members, get in a room, agree there will be no budget deal without spending cuts. Take a blood oath if you must, but hang together. Once that is established and communicated to the hoodlums and thieves on the other side, go back into the room and take a pinky pledge to cut spending 10%, across the board, with the exception of the Military and for good measure and to send a “we’re coming for you” message, hit the IRS, Justice and FBI with a 20% cut! If the government shuts down, so be it. If it takes weeks or months, so be it. Just think of all the disastrous governing and regulating that WON’T be conducted over a shut down. Far Right stand strong for this, you only have to actually do this ONCE and the message will never be forgotten. I can just imagine the sound of massive applause rippling across the fruited plains, as Americans give you a standing ovation! Ignore Mitch McConnell’s whining wafting over from the Senate, he is yesterday and hopefully will follow Mitt Romney into retirement.
Joanne Pierce, PC Yavapai County
As a Precinct Committeeman for Yavapai GOP and a State Committeeman for Arizona, I am writing to express my thoughts and request everyone VOTE NO ON HCR2039! Emergency Power Laws by Statute. This is in complete opposition to our Arizona Constitution! What’s even worse, it’s been in practice since January 2, 2023 despite being in direct opposition of our state constitution! When all of us elected positions take office, each makes an oath to support and defend our nation’s constitution and our state constitution from all enemies both foreign and domestic. It’s insidious to find our Arizona State Constitution has been tossed aside by our elected officials in practice of Emergency Power Laws by Statute. I urge everyone to VOTE NO ON HCR2039, Emergency Power Laws by Statue. Again VOTE NO HCR 2039!!!! Be well, many blessings!
Randy Miller, LD28 PC
Jose continues his one-sided approach to politics when it comes to assessing legislation. This is a referendum, not a bill. HCR2039 is asking voters to change our constitution to allow the governor to declare a state of emergency. You keep saying “read the bill”. I have, but I also compare it to our constitution, something you did not do. Something else you didn’t do is read these ARS sections. These are laws effective now, you didn’t bring this up, and they violate your rights now.

ARS 26-302; 26-303; 26-307; 26-311; 26-314, (grants immunity to government, employees, contractors etc.); 26-316; 26-317; 36-114; 36-682; 36-787; 36-789, and 36-781, definition of “Bioterrorism”. Now, tell me, did you read all these, and then did you notice, with your vast understanding of our constitution, they are in violation of at least 3 Articles, and in many cases several sections of our constitution? It matters to me and to the hundreds of others I speak to about this. THESE ARE CURRENT LAWS ON THE BOOKS TODAY!

Basically, these laws provide for forced treatment, quarantine, and detention. You can be charged for a class one misdemeanor for violating an order, not a law. These are proclamations made by a governor, mayor, or county BOS chairman. No public hearings, no votes by other members of the council or board. They and the governor make law, in violation of separation of powers. Once detained, you can be detained up to 10 days before the county health official is required to file a petition in court. The court then has 5 days to put it on calendar. There is no stated requirement for Habeus Corpus, so you have no representation or appearance in court, from the looks of it. When I made arrests, I had to have the detained filed on in 48 hours or be released. If filed on, the court was the next day. Here, you are illegally detained by proclamation, in custody 15 days and not in court during the hearing. Additionally, LE and the MILIATARY OF THE STATE, aka National guard, are mandated to enforce these “orders”. I’ll explain the constitution next post. And, ARS 26-303, took effect January 2023, limiting the governor’s authority to 30 days, up to 120 days with legislative intervention. This is what HCR2039 is asking the people to modify the constitution to say. Why? It is already a law, even though it is all unconstitutional.

Stephen Sivigliano
This is an inexcusable tactic of intimidation: *Obiden’s* tsunami of illegal immigrants has exploded into nuclear proportions. Not just that, but most of the illegals are young men from socialist Venezuela and other places, all of them just ripe for military service. What military? Good question. They could be used to force American citizens to SUBMIT to the will of this now-socialist government! Priests & nuns could be arrested, tortured, executed, but also faithfull Catholics, and, I presume, other conservative Christians as well. Of course, the Jews will be a primary target also. Can we survive until the next election, and if so, will it be another fraudulent election?

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

September 2023 Calendar

Sept. 22 Thru Sept. 24 – SECOND AMENDMENT FOUNDATION: 38TH ANNUAL GUN RIGHTS POLICY CONFERENCE (GRPC); Come meet national gun rights leaders and your fellow grassroots activists at the 38th Annual GRPC. This is your once a-year chance to network and get an insider look and plan pro-gun rights strategies for the coming year. Cost: Free! Marriott Phoenix Airport 1101 North 44th St Phoenix, AZ 85008; Website and RSVP: http://saf.org/GRPC

Sept. 22 – LINCOLN-REAGAN DINNER at the Wheelhouse. Speaker – Nick Adams. “Western Semi-formal”.

Sept. 22 – WEST VALLEY REPUBLICANS 6:00pm; Movie Night – Plandemic 3 ; Doors open at 5:30pm; 10050 W. Bell Road, Suite 50. Sun City 85351; Movie and Popcorn are free! Donations appreciated. Trailer: https://rumble.com/v2q31k0-the-official-great-awakening-trailer.html http://www.westvalleyrepublicans.com Contact: Cindy Newman 602-421-2236

Sept. 23 – CONSERVATIVES FOR A CONSTITUTIONAL REPUBLIC (ConCR): Bible Baptist Church located at 3490 N. Hwy. 89 in Chino Valley. Doors open at 10:30 am, meeting to start at 11:15 am. Sheriff Richard Mack, founder of the Constitutional Sheriffs & Peace Officers Association, will be speaking. Seating is limited so you must RSVP via email: ConCR2018@gmail.com

Sept. 23 – CITY OF MARICOPA REPUBLICAN CLUB 10am; Stagestop Marketplace/Calvary Church – 44301 West Maricopa – Casa Grande Highway, City of Maricopa; Guest Speakers: Pinal County Treasurer Michael P. McCord, AZ GOP 2nd Vice-Chairman, Nathan Jackson and Pinal County Attorney Candidate Brad Miller; Contact: brendahermansongarza@gmail.com

Sept. 25 – ANDPhx Republicans: 7-8:30pm; Desert Hills Community Church, 34835 N. 7th St., Phx 85086; Speaker: Brad Zinn will give a special presentation on Marxism in America . There will be a free gift from Mr. Zinn to each person attending. RSVP to Cathy at 623-640-2513 (text). ‘ANDPhx’ stands for Anthem/New River/Desert Hills/N Phoenix Republican Club

Sept. 27 – ESTRELLA CONSERVATIVE REPUBLICAN CLUB 6:30 pm; Monthly meeting at Estrella Foothills High School, Media room, 13033 Estrella Parkway, in Goodyear. Social starts at 6:30 pm and the meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Speakers are Nickie Kelly Candidate for Maricopa County Superintendent of Public Schools And Eric Warren with Recall Hobbs. Chair Butch Kuentzler e.c.kuentzler2@gmail.com Phone 717-495-2170

Sept. 27 – FOUNTAIN HILLS REPUBLICAN CLUB:  5 pm, Parkview Tap House, 16828 Parkview Ave., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. NEW LOCATION. NO HOST. Come socialize with fellow conservatives. Bring a friend or neighbor. Everybody is welcome. Candidates and elected officials welcome to mingle and talk to individuals or small groups, but NO speeches. Mingle with like-minded individuals, and share good food and conversation. Come early, leave early; come late, leave late or come early and leave late. Come enjoy yourself.

Sept. 28 – UNITED PATRIOTS AZ: 7:00 pm at Burke Basic School located at 131 E. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ 85210. Free admission and refreshments provided. Speaker: Shane Krauser (Constitutional Scholar & Candidate for Gilbert Mayor). Contact: Info@UnitedPatriots.com

Sept. 28 – Oct. 1 – NFRW 2023 Biennial Convention, Oklahoma

Sept. 29 – AMERICA PACK 6:00 pm at Reformed Living Bible Church at 6140 E. Thunderbird Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Admission: $10. Speakers: Professor Owen Anderson (Professor of Philosophy, Religious Studies, & Theology at ASU), Senator Anthony Kern (LD27 Senator & Judiciary Committee Chair), & Shane Krauser (Constitutional Scholar & Candidate for Gilbert Mayor). Contact: Valerie@AmericaPack.org

Sept. 30 – FREEDOM EXPO ARIZONA: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Burke Basic School located at 131 E. Southern Ave., Mesa, AZ 85210. Free admission and free food. Vendor spots available for $25. Speakers: James T. Harris, Sheriff Mark Lamb, Jeff Utsch, and Shane Krauser. Information: Contact@ShaneKrauser.com

Sept. 30 – PACHYDERM COALITION: Cancelled

October 2023 Calendar

Oct. 2 – LONDON BRIDGE REPUBLICAN WOMEN DINNER: 5PM Checkin/6PM Meeting Dinner; Shugrues Bridgeview Room; Guest Speaker is AZREP Austin Smith speaking on Ranked Choice Voting. He is also part of Turning Point USA. Reservations please contact Pam Ford at 928-486-4033 by Friday September 29 NOON. Reservations are required for attendance $25.00 Cash/Check at the door

Oct. 3 – NW MARICOPA ARIZONA REPUBLICAN ASSEMBLY (AZRA): 6:30 pm., at the West Valley Republican Office, 10050 W Bell Rd, Sun City, Suite #50. Presenter is DAWN HAWKINS, CEO, National Center on Sexual Exploitation, creator of the DIRTY DOZEN LIST, with a coalition of 600+ orgs, speaking on harms of pornography, stopping sex trafficking & protecting chhildren in a digital world. Free. Contact: Lyle Tuttle Lyle@Ltuttle.com

Oct. 7 – SUN CITY WEST REPUBLICAN CLUB: 8:30 am; Church on the Green, 19051 R.H. Johnson Blvd (behind Walgreen’s). Social time is at 8:30 AM with coffee and donuts available, and the meeting starting at 9:00 AM. A $3.00 donation will be accepted from non-members at the door which helps to pay for the room rental. Our principal speaker will be Eddie Cook, Maricopa County Assessor who will discuss his operational team concept and his future plans if he is reelected to another four year term. All Republicans and Independents from the Sun Cities and surrounding areas are welcome to attend the club’s meetings. Further information, as available, at https://scwrepublicans.com

Oct. 7 – FOUNTAIN HILLS REPUBLICAN CLUB: 9:30 a.m; Saturday Get-Together at SIPS Eatery, 16425 E Palisades Blvd. Still a No-host event. Come socialize with fellow conservatives. Bring a friend/neighbor or two or three; mingle with like-minded individuals, and share a good coffee drink and food and conversation. Everyone is welcome.

Oct. 14 – COCONINO COUNTY REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm; The Coconino County Republican Committee and its affiliate group, Flagstaff Republican Women, are holding a membership and voter registration drive. Candidates for Office are invited to speak. Location: Thorpe Park Ramada, 191 N. Thorpe Park Rd., Flagstaff, AZ. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held in the Joe C. Montoya Center, 245 Thorpe Rd. ADMISSION and HOT DOGS ARE FREE! Come meet with like-minded people and CONSIDER BECOMING A MEMBER. Visit our website at: https://coconinocountyrepublicans.com/ Contact: William (Bill) Culbertson (wculbertson48@gmail.com) if you have questions. RSVP not necessary.

Oct. 18 – AZFRW REGION VIII HOSTS CHINA EXPERT: Nan Su, senior writer for the Epoch Times, will share his vast knowledge of China’s influence on our schools, military, media, public policy and current affairs. Details: 11AM-2PM, McCormick Ranch Golf Club, $53/person. Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/paloverderepublicanwomen1/nansuluncheoneventregistrationoctober18th“https://www.cognitoforms.com/paloverderepublicanwomen1/nansuluncheoneventregistrationoctober18th”. Questions?: pvrepublicanwomen@gmail.com

Oct. 19-21 – ARIZONA FEDERATION OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S 2023 BIENNIAL CONVENTION will be held Oct. 19-21 at the Casino Del Sol Resort, 5655 W. Valencia Road in Tucson. Early Bird Registration $235. Early Bird Registration ends July 31

Oct. 21 – ARIZONA CITIZENS DEFENSE LEAGUE (AzCDL): The Arizona Citizens Defense League (AzCDL) Eighteenth Annual Meeting of Members will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at the Tucson Marriott University Park, 880 E 2nd St, 85719 in Tucson. This meeting is open only to AzCDL members and their guests. Ticket sales will commence on August 30. Annual meeting tickets are $45 but, if you purchase by September 29, you can get them for only $40. Last minute tickets purchased after October 9 will cost you $50 so don’t delay, get your tickets now! As with all our annual meetings, the open carrying of holstered firearms is appreciated. Please make your reservations by October 13, 2023. You can still purchase tickets until October 20, but seating is not guaranteed! Tickets will not be sold at the door. Not a member? Not a problem. Click here to join AzCDL. Questions? Contact Tom at treasurer@azcdl.org. Website: https://azcdl.org/

Oct. 21 – FOUNTAIN HILLS REPUBLICANS ANNUAL VOTER AND CANDIDATE OUTREACH PICNIC: noon in Golden Eagle Park.  Price $17 for individual tickets, children under 10 eat free.  All Republican candidates invited. Reservations can be made at all FHRC meetings. Candidates should contact Chris Enos or other members of the club’s Victory Committee so they can get help in knowing what it takes and in running a successful campaign.

Oct. 25 – FOUNTAIN HILLS REPUBLICAN CLUB:  5 pm, Parkview Tap House, 16828 Parkview Ave., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. NO HOST. Bring a friend or neighbor. Everybody is welcome. Candidates and elected officials welcome to mingle and talk to individuals or small groups, but NO speeches. Mingle with like-minded individuals, and share good food and conversation. Come early, leave early; come late, leave late or come early and leave late. Come enjoy yourself. This is the last GOP Social until January 24, 2024 so as to not conflict with holiday festivities.

Oct. 28 – UNITED REPUBLICANS FOR ARIZONA CANDIDATE ROUND-UP 2024: The Diamond Center at Desert Diamond Casino 1100 W. Pima Mine Road, Sahuarita, Arizona. Learn more at www.ur4az.org. Angie Anderson | UR4AZ Director | 520-289-9600

Oct. 28 – CONSERVATIVES FOR A CONSTITUTIONAL REPUBLIC (ConCR): We are pleased to announce that the real Arizona Attorney General, Abe Hamadeh, will be speaking at our upcoming meeting Saturday, October 28th, at the Bible Baptist Church located at 3490 N. Hwy. 89 in Chino Valley. Doors open at 10:30 am, meeting to start at 11:15 am. ConCR is a group of conservative activists dedicated to restoring the principles and values of our representative government as set forth in the US Constitution. ConCR is a membership only organization however interested fellow conservatives are invited to attend as visitors. Seating is limited so you must RSVP via email: ConCR2018@gmail.com.

November 2023 Calendar

Nov. 4 – GILA COUNTY REPUBLICAN COMMITEE :  11am- 2pm 1st. Annual – Keep Gila County Red! Chili & Salsa Cook Off – Free to enter, eat and vote. at Gila County Republican Party Headquarters, 438 S. Beeline Hwy. Payson, AZ Meet candidates, sign petitions, update voter registration, enjoy classic cars, cornhole, music & delicious food. Call, text or email Lori Mills @ 928-200-3665 or lmills.gcrc@gmail.com

Nov. 4 – PACHYDERM COALITION: Yavapai County New Candidates. Hosted by Sue Goodchild suepachy@gmail.com

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