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Monthly Morning Meeting
Coffee & Conversation
~established 2006~
Wednesday
May 1, 2024
7:00 am
*FREE*
LOCATION: BCR Office 425 S Bowen Longmont, Co 80501
(Office door is on Bramwood Place
south side of the building)
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Richard J. Keck
Trust: Threatened By Big, Biased Government
Rich Keck has lived in Boulder County with his wife, Sharon, and their children since 2001. Before moving to Colorado, Rich and Sharon lived in downtown Chicago. In Chicago, Rich was active in the Republican Party as an election judge and campaign volunteer. Currently serves as vice chair of the Boulder County Republican Central Committee and as chairman of the Colorado Republican Second Congressional District Central Committee. Rich is a proud alumnus of the Leadership Program of the Rockies which he completed in 2020. Rich has worked in various for-profit companies and started his professional life in Chicago. He has also volunteered for several not-for-profit organizations. Rich grew up on a small family farm in central Illinois and has business degrees from the University of Illinois in Urbana and the University of Chicago. Rich is a passionate reader, an 8-year veteran of Liberty Toastmasters, and a data hacker. At present, Rich is Senior Vice President of Operations of Farmland Partners, a publicly traded real estate company. Rich’s presentation on Wednesday, Trust: Threatened By Big, Biased Government emerges from a recent success presentation to Liberty Toastmasters.
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Letter to Boulder County Republicans
from the Chairwoman
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Being the underdog in a political climate can be exhausting. Every actively involved Republican in Boulder County knows that. Between the national and state politics usurping the local, most important aspects of government, it’s hard to get a good message out to the community. The media is the propaganda of the progressive socialists and is out to ruin anything that could be considered good in our politics. I think many folks are starting to see the need to focus locally on what is happening with backyard politicking. A few times a week, I have walk away democrats emailing, mailing, or even calling me about how bad the one-party rule is here in the county and the state. Diversity of thought is a good thing, and our community is starting to understand that.
I am incredibly proud of the work our Boulder County Republican party has done for our community. We actively encourage honest, transparent, and balanced politics locally for every constituent in Boulder County. We have worked hard to restore confidence in Republican values to Boulder County voters by being part of the community. We encourage civil and productive conversations about local politics. We have actively been engaged in dialogue with local elected leaders to help improve the lives of every Boulder County resident. This isn’t about us versus them, it’s about doing what we can to be productive members of the community alongside everyone.
The Boulder County Republican bylaws support multiple candidates running for office and people should have the opportunity to pick the candidate they feel would best represent them through the primary process. As Republicans, we believe all our candidates should be treated equally and supported to participate in the electoral process. Endorsing candidates prematurely only serves to surrender our party’s standards and traditions and undermines the voter’s voice.
It is essential our party has citizens running for elected office. I feel it is important the candidate running is not an officer of the party in any capacity. This ensures transparency of actions within the party’s leadership. Integrity is an important character trait the Boulder County Republicans model.
Our party supports candidates using appropriate and legal funding and resources to campaign for office. We want to emulate what we expect from our elected representatives.
The Boulder County Republicans support transparency within all GOP groups, and ensure proper representation of any entity within the organization. We have worked hard to be transparent in our actions in the community and want to be leaders for our constituents.
Our organization preserves the confidentiality of personal information of any kind and has worked hard to cultivate and maintain members and their confidential information. It is important to recognize the need for prudence with respect to political confidentiality by establishing and building trust with our community.
The Boulder County Republicans have prioritized being involved in the community, growing the base of the constituency, providing positive and meaningful input into our local politics and relationships throughout the county. I do not feel it is wise to divide our community with dirty politics. I want to show our community how a political party can make a positive impact on the lives of its residents by listening, being transparent, and by being proactive and valuable role models for others.
Thank you for being a part of the Boulder County Republicans. I look forward to seeing you all out in the community as you help campaign for our amazing candidates who have stepped forward to run for office in a deep blue county. It takes hard work and a lot of time and dedication. We can slowly start to roll back the incredible expense of living in Boulder County, the crime from lack of accountability, and ensure people are able to afford and stay in their homes by electing Republican candidates on the ballot this November.
“A house divided cannot stand.”- Abraham Lincoln.
In Liberty,
Tara Menza
Chairwoman
Boulder County GOP
voice/text: 720-534-1198
bocogop.org
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Please volunteer to help!
The BCR Liberty Road Show
"Takes our message to community festivals"
We need volunteers for this effort
David Brown has volunteered to be Chairman!
Contact: traderpards@yahoo.com
YOU are needed for
Cinco de Mayo
Saturday, May 4th
at Roosevelt Park
More information can be found here:
https://www.longmontcincodemayo.com/
If you've never participated in a Liberty Road Show event, it's a hoot! We use the quiz on the political spectrum as an ice breaker, which works really well for that. And the kids love it too!
Volunteer to help the Liberty Road Show!
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Boulder County Republican
Dates to Remember
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May 1 - BCR Monthly Morning Meeting
May 4 - Moms 4 Liberty
May 4 - Help BCR at the Longmont Cinco de Mayo festival
May 4 - Kristi Noem in Jefferson County
May 16 - Documentary "Devastated"
May 18 - BCR BBQ to support Police
May 22 - Lincoln Club of Colorado lunch
May 23 - BCR Executive Committee Meeting
May 26 - LRW's Movie Matinee "Flynn"
May 28 - Boulder Republican Women dinner - All friends welcome!
June 25 - Colorado State Primary Election
July 15-18 - Republican National Convention
July 20 - Boulder County Republican Summer Social - M.C. Tom Tancredo
Aug 3 - Boulder County Fair Parade, join BCR entry to support your candidate
Aug 23-24 Steamboat Institute in Beaver Creek
November 5 - General Election
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Boulder County Republicans
hosting
Support Police BBQ
Sunday, May 18
1:00 pm - Set up
2:00 - Begin serving
4:00 - Clean up
Please donate at the BCR office
List items you are bringing
Thank you in advance to all who are willing to chip in and help
It couldn't be done without all of you!
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Documentary on Fentany in Colorado
Devastated
by Steffan Tubbs
Fentanyl is killing an entire generation, and we have to stop it.
Please follow our updates page for more information about legislation related to the fentanyl crisis.
Follow Colorado House Bill 24-1306 to Increase Penalty Possesion of Synthetic Opiates
If you have a loved one who was MURDERED by FENTANYL, and would like to have their picture be a part of our Colorado Memorial Wall, please submit their picture, name, and forever age to contact@devastatedco.com.
Watch preview
https://www.devastatedco.com/
Boulder
May 16, 2024 | 7:00pm
Cinemark Theater – 1700 29th St.
REGISTER NOW
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Boulder County Republican HQ | |
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Boulder County GOP HQ
425 S. Bowen St, #1, Longmont, CO 80501
(entry on south side of American Legion building)
Office phone: (303) 443-6606
Check out the
NEW WEBSITE
BoCoGOP.ORG
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Hours of Business:
Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Confirm before you go: 303-443-6606
Executive Committee meeting In-Person and Zoom
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
(Usually 4th Thursday)
Next meeting:
May 23, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Chairwoman
Tara Menza
Secretary
Twyla Barrett
Treasurer
Pat Nettleblad
3 Vice Chairmen
Richard Keck
Mark Milliman
Greg Morrissey
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Election Operations Committee | |
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News from Election Operations Committee
Election Integrity starts at the local level
with eyes and ears on the election processes.
Become an election judge or poll watcher. Here are some basic requirements:
- registered voter in Colorado
- election judges must be registered Republican
- watchers can be registered Republican or Unaffiliated
Boulder County Republicans will hold workshops to build the knowledge and confidence of our judges and watchers to prepare our teams for the work of these positions. You will get to meet others and be a part of a supportive team. Our next Election Judge and Poll Watcher Workshops will be in late May and early June. Sign up now to receive timely information.
Election Judge/Poll Watcher Sign Up
Contact:
Tara Menza
tara@bocogop.org
There are 2 elections coming up:
- 2024 Colorado State Primary- Tuesday June 25
- 2024 General Election- Tuesday November 5
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Legal Ballot Harvesting
Contact Mark Milliman
for more info: mmilliman@bocogop.org
Anyone interested in participating in legal ballot harvesting in elder care and other locations please contact Mark Milliman to discuss how we will organize to accomplish this goal. We have many conservative voters not voting in elections and we need to legally encourage and assist them to vote their ballot.
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Candidate Corral
This is info on some of the local candidates gathered by Terri Goon
Our own Marshall Dawson was elected to run for CD2
Don Lewis, Boulder County Commissioner District 2
Kristi Burton Brown was elected to run for the CD4 seat on the State Board of Education.
Tom Van Lone of Weld County running for SD17 was elected to run against (D) Senator Sonya Jaquez Lewis who has been in the news lately for not good reasons.
We have a new RNC Committeewoman - Christy Fidura.
Randy Corporon the Colorado RNC Committeeman incumbent was re-elected for a second term: Randy will be speaking at the BRW dinner on May 28th in Longmont. All are invited to attend.
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Longmont Republican Women | |
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Longmont Republican Women
Thursday, May16th
Dinner meeting
6:00pm
arrive at 5:45pm to order dinner from menu
at Pinocchio's, 210 Ken Pratt Blvd, Longmont
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Boulder and Weld County Commissioners
Candidate Forum
Invited:
Boulder County:
Don Lewis, County Commissioner District 2
Weld County:
Lori A. Saine (Confirmed), Perry Buck, and Matt Koponen,
County Commissioner At-Large
Lynette Peppler and Adrienne Sandoval,
County Commissioner District 3
Also,
Dan Betts Former CD4 Congressional Aide,
to speak about political trends that will affect the 2024 election.
Linda Bissette to speak about the Good Initiatives Petition Drive
for 201, 202, and 278. https://www.coloradocounts.com/
Complete a membership application and pay annual dues ($50 Full Member - $10 Associate Member) - online at longmontrepublicanwomen.org, in-person at the February meeting, or mail a completed application and check to:
LRW
PO Box 931
Longmont, CO 80502
Keep your eye on the LRW website
& be sure to pay your dues for 2024
https://longmontrepublicanwomen.org/
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LRW's Patriot's Sunday Matinee
FLYNN - Deliver the Truth - No Matter the Cost
When: Sunday, May 26, 2024, doors open at 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Where: BCR Office - 425 Bowen Street, Longmont, CO 80501
Questions: sandraholloway2010@gmail.com, or call/text 303-241-9709
Cost: A $5.00 donation is requested
Join the LRW for pizza, popcorn, snacks, beverages, and a thought-provoking discussion after the movie.
Go on a journey that delves deep into the life and trials of General Michale T. Flynn. Through a series of in-depth interviews with Flynn himself, his family members, colleagues, legal experts, and commentators, the film paints a comprehensive picture of the man behind the headlines.
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DATE, TIME, & LOCATION CHANGE
TUESDAY, May 28 DINNER
LOCATION: Pinocchio's Italian Restaurant, 210 Ken Pratt Blvd, Longmont
FOOD: Buffet dinner and a cash bar
TIME: 5:00 - 7:30
COST: $30/Person (Members & Guests)
RSVP: Online: www.boulderrepublicanwomen.org or Cheryl Merlino, Hospitality Chairwoman, Cheryl.merlino@gmail.com, 425-941-8581 (Text preferred)
PLEASE RSVP BY FRIDAY, May 24th at 5 pm
We encourage you to bring spouses,
friends, family and others to join us!
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MAY SPEAKER
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Randy Corporon
Colorado National Committeeman
Representing Colorado on the Republican National Committee
Attorney, Radio Host
Randy B. Corporon is the Colorado Republican National Committeeman, a lawyer, and a radio host on 710 KNUS. With years of experience in public service and a passion for making Colorado a better place for all, Randy is dedicated to fighting for conservative values and improving the lives of all Coloradans.
Randy was born in Denver. At age 15 he dropped out of school. He attended the Denver Automotive and Diesel College, eventually running a classic car repair, body and paint shops, employing 10-15 people. He took his GED and in 1982 he graduated from broadcasting school, then working at QUAD99-FM in Windsor. In 1993 he was admitted to Colorado College, went on to take his LSAT and admitted to the University of Denver Strum College of Law. He opened his own private practice in 1998 which continues to flourish.
As a successful lawyer and radio host, Randy has a unique perspective on the issues facing Colorado today. He is committed to using his platform to educate and inform voters on the important issues and to advocate for policies that will benefit all Coloradans.
https://www.rbcforcolorado.com/about
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Boulder County Republican
Summer Social
casual evening supper
Saturday, July 20th
Meet the Candidates
enjoy visiting with like minded folks
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Master of Ceremonies
Former US Congressman for Colorado
Tom Tancredo
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Please join us!
Meetings:
Usually first Saturday of Every Month
FREE on YouTube and Rumble
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
You watch the 85 minute movie, go to:
artclubmovie.com
from Erin Lee, founder of
stopgenderideology.com
and co-producer of the "Art Club" documentary
Saturday, May 4
3:00pm
speaker: Lori Gimelshteyn
Colorado Parents Advocacy Network
www.coloradoparents.org Twitter account @LoriGim
and
Brad Miler
Attorney with Miller Farmer Law Firm
BCR Office Headquarters
425 S Bowen
Longmont, Co 80501
(Office door is on Bramwood Place
south side of the building)
Moms for Liberty (M4L) is dedicated to
fighting for the survival of America
by unifying, educating, and empowering
parents to defend their parental rights
at all levels of government.
All community members are welcome
We want to hear from you!!
Consider joining the Boulder County chapter at
https://www.momsforliberty.org/chapters/boulder-county-co/
Melissa Marter
momsforlibertyboulder@proton.me
Chairwoman of Moms for Liberty
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Governor Kristi Noem - May 4th | |
Conservative Forum Meeting | |
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Conservative Forum
(formerly Coal Creek Republican Women)
Meets the third Monday of every month in the BCR office
11:00 to 1:00
BYO lunch
drinks and dessert provided
425 S Bowen Longmont, Co 80501
(Office door is on Bramwood Place-south side of the building)
Contact: Rae Ann Miller (303) 641-3588
Welcoming men as well as women
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Regular Government Meetings | |
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Boulder County Commissioners
Usually Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30am
Click here to confirm and to see if an agenda is available.
1325 Pearl Street
City of Boulder
Usually meets the first and 3rd Tuesday.
Click here for their calendar
Click here for their online agendas (look to the bottom of the page)
City of Lafayette
5:30pm every 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month at City Hall. Click here to find online agendas.
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City of Longmont
Tuesdays at 7pm 3-4 weeks per month. Click here to find online agendas and make certain they are meeting. All public invited to be heard this week.
City of Louisville
Generally the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm. They meet at 951 Spruce Street in the Library meeting room. Click here for where you may find the agenda each session.
Town of Erie
The Erie Board of Trustees meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 6:30 pm in the Town Hall Board Room located at 645 Holbrook Street. Click here for agendas.
Town of Nederland
The Board of Trustees for Nederland meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Click here for an agenda when available.
Town of Superior
6:00 pm, Second and Fourth Mondays of each month at 124 E Coal Creek Dr (Superior Town Hall)
Click here for agendas.
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Longmont-Erie Simulcast
Weds. May 22, 2024
12 pm - 1 pm
Location TBD
Contact: dan@danmaloit.com
Lincoln Club of Colorado
“Legislative Re-Cap”
House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese (confirmed)
Senate Minority Leader Paul Lundeen (invited)
Weds. May 22, 2024
12 pm - 1 pm
American Legion #1
5400 E Yale Ave, Denver
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Volunteers power the Boulder County Republican Party. In this and future newsletters, we will be highlighting volunteer opportunities. We're all busy, but 30 minutes a week can make a big difference. Please reach out to the contact person and express your interest. | |
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Fundraising Committee – It takes resources to run this volunteer organization. Help operate and grow established programs that drive our donations by serving on the fundraising committee. There is also room for new ideas and initiatives. This will be great opportunity for future candidates, campaign managers and BCR leaders. Contact Person: Mark Milliman – mmilliman@bocogop.org
Graphic Designer Creative - BCR needs brochures, logos, invitations, and clever memes for Facebook and Twitter. Share your skills and creativity with the BCR. Contact Person: Rich Keck – richard@keck.us.com
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As a financial supporter you obtain BCR membership and will be provided the opportunity to participate in all BCR related activities and events.
Your financial contributions will help fund the many various activities the BCR organization supports.
All members of the BCR are volunteers, no money is used for paid wages or salaries.
Funds are used for email services, our office, caucus materials, elections, the website, candidate support, printing services, the Liberty Road Show and so much more!
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BCR Entry in Boulder County Fair Parade | |
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The 2024 Boulder County Fair Parade
Saturday, August 3, 2024
Longmont
Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Longmont since 1961
This year marks more than a Century and a Half of Boulder County Fairs!
Help celebrate the Boulder County Fair this year!
You’ve always wanted to be in the parade!
You know it!
So come and Join The Fun!
10:00 a.m., starting at ROOSEVELT PARK, in Longmont
Please join BCR and support your favortie candidate
Help carry a campaign sign or banner
Make your own "Tea Party" sign
Wear red, white, and blue
and comfortable shoes
Bring the kids and your pet on a leash
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The Steamboat Institute is thrilled to announce that
MARY MILLBEN
is returning to Beaver Creek in August!!
Mary Millben has performed all over the world for U.S. Presidents and world leaders, using her beautiful voice and platform to encourage love of country, promote unity, and honor those who have sacrificed - and continue to sacrifice - their lives for freedom.
Mary is one of the most sought-after voices around the world. In her award-winning singing career, paralleled with cultural diplomacy, Mary has performed for four consecutive U.S. Presidents (Bush, Obama, Trump and Biden), international royalty, and world leaders. Mary has been featured at the White House, U.S. Congress, NFL, NBA, MLB, 2016 Rio Olympics, XLIII Super Bowl Halftime Show with Bruce Springsteen, and in concert halls worldwide.
Mary's story is the American Dream - a brand rooted in God, American patriotism, and love of country. Read more about Mary here.
Mary will be performing multiple songs throughout the 2-day Freedom Conference and will serve as moderator of a panel of young leaders to discuss America's future and keeping the American Dream alive.
Register HERE
Join us August 23-24, 2024, at the beautiful
Park Hyatt Beaver Creek!
We look forward to seeing you in Beaver Creek, Colorado, August 23-24, 2024 for an immersion in ideas to further liberty and inspire Americans to greatness.
***EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS APRIL 30th***
Full Conference Registration is $450 through April 30th and will increase to $495 on May 1st.
***Many exciting speaker invitations are pending - watch for announcements on email and follow Steamboat Institute on social media to get the latest news***
Past speakers have included:
- America's 70th Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo
- Dana Perino, co-host of The Five on Fox News Channel
- Country music superstar John Rich
- and many more!
***EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS APRIL 30th***
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Halloween is scary but it’s make-believe.
"Police State" is scary and it’s real.
It depicts the scary things happening in this country.
Police State is now available EXCLUSIVELY on Rumble, watch now!
Have you ever wondered if America is becoming a police state?
In a new film, Dinesh D'Souza and Dan Bongino expose the chilling degree to which America is already there, with surveillance of citizens and mass censorship.
“Police State” is a movie that I never wanted to make, because I never wanted America to get to a point where a movie like this needed to be made. I feel like the animal that alerts the herd to approaching danger, so we can take precautionary steps before it is too late.”
- Dinesh D’Souza
Watch the film that opened to packed theaters and rave reviews!
"Police State" is available for purchase and streaming exclusively on Rumble.
Watch the movie that opened to sold-out theaters and rave reviews!
You can access the link through policestatefilm.net or directly HERE
Available for streaming now on Rumble.
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Hotline Committee to Unleash Prosperity
Prosperity Hotline newsletter provides short and timely insider updates on what is happening with the economy, in Washington, D.C., Coronavirus progress reports, video links, charts, and so on.
This publication will provide you with data and analysis that isn’t readily available anywhere else.
Sign up below to receive Steve Moore's free subscription!
Economist, Steve Moore's email newsletter:
https://committeetounleashprosperity.com/hotline/?utm_source=MailChimp&utm_medium=click
Kevin Lundberg's Weekly Newsletter:
LUNDBERG REPORT (kevinlundberg.com)
Watch: Powerful New Film, "Art Club" - co-produced by Kevin Lundberg
Jon Caldara - Ken Buck leaves constituents without a voice in DC
(You can listen to this column, read by the author, here.)
4-26-24 Independence Institute Newsletter
https://mailchi.mp/i2i.org/they-whine-we-wine?e=cfb8ff01eb
To find your State Legislators, click here and enter your address
in the search field on the map.
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Do you have a suggestion for an event to include in our listing?
We would love to hear about it!
LeMoine Dowd - editor Monthly BCR e-news - ldowd@bocogop.org
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