Young Republican National Federation Elects New Officers

Last week, 8 members of our organization attended the Young Republican National Convention in Indianapolis, IN.

All had a tremendous time, with the opportunity to meet YRs on the national level and be a part of the national process.

We would like to extend our congratulations to the new officers of the YRNF, all supported by the Connecticut delegation:

Chairman: Audra Shay (LA)
CO-Chairman: Lisa Stickan (OH)
Vice Chair at Large: Jason Weingartner (NY)
Secretary: Chelsea Chapman (TX)
Treasuer: Kelly Arnold (KS)
Auditor: Dennis Cook (IL)
Assistant Secretary: Daniel Kinnamon (IN)
Assistant Treasuer: Dr. Dana Gordon
Northeast Regional Vice Chair: Kerry Sullivan (ME)
NE Regional Directors: BJ Perry (NH) and Sammy Roth (DC)
State Chairman's Association Chair: Jenniffer Rodiriguez (CA)


There are plenty more regional officers across the country that we would like to congratulate, but would take too long to list all of them here. We are confident that each of them will bring the good work of the YRNF all across the country.

But perhaps more importantly, three of our own were honored at the convention:

Chairman Jerry Schwab was named as Chairman of the Site Selection Committee.

Secretary Elissa Voccola was appointed to the Campaign Committee.

Executive Director Chris Ford was elected as Northeast Regional Secretary and designated for appointment at the fall board meeting to the Constitution and By-Laws committe.

Please join me in congratulating all of our new officers and keep an eye out for an event we are currently planning for the beginning of August.

YRs for Rosa Rebimbas!

Today in Naugatuck, State Rep. Candidate Rosa Rebimbas had multi state support in her quest to fill Kevin DelGobbo's shoes as the next State Representative from Naugatuck's 70th District. CTYR Chairman Jerry Schwab and I were honored to be joined by Maine YR State Chair, and current YRNF Regional Vice-Chair Candidate Kerry Sullivan, as well as New York YR Vice Chair Lynn Krogh and New York YR past State Chair Jason Weingartner.

It was an awesome day for all, as we were joined by this dedicated group of individuals from our region, as well as Young Republicans from across the state, current State Reps. Dave Labriola and Tony Hwang, CTOGP Chairman Chris Healy, and a group of dedicated local volunteers all with one intention- PUT ANOTHER REPUBLICAN IN HARTFORD!

Simply put, this is the most basic objective of the Young Republicans - making sure Republicans hold elected office in our towns, in our states, and in out country. CTYRs were so excited to host Jason, Lynn, and Kerry as they showed their dedication beyond their state, striving to renew the Republican party and the Young Republicans.

No questions asked, we need to get back to the basics. Educate and Elect, and all will fall into place. Thank you NYYRs and MYRs for your support!

CTYR Holiday Party

New Britain Mayor Tim Stewart, CTGOP Chairman Chris Healy,

State Rep Sean Williams (R-68), GnySgt Grissel, CTYR Chairman Jerry Schwab

The Spark to Ignite the Fire

Who among us in the party circle has not wondered whether or not the party can redefine, recreate, and rebuild its image after the devastating loss of a month ago. Last night, I saw the spark that can ignite the fire and return the Connecticut Republican Party to glory.

At our Holiday Party last night, over 50 Connecticut Young Republicans gathered for a few drinks, a few laughs, and the ability to connect with other YRs across the state. Nearly 40 toys were donated on our behalf to the Toys for Tots Charity. It was, to say the least, inspiring.

New Britain Mayor Tim Stewart, CTGOP Chairman Chris Healy, and State Rep. Sean Williams (R-68) all had inspirational messages to deliver to the gathered future leaders of our party. The message was the same: We may be down, but we are not out. We have great potential within our party, many of whom were in attendence last night.

All of our work will begin very soon, as we move to keep the House Seat of Kevin DelGobbo (R-70). This will be the beginning of a new chapter in the CTGOP story. A young, viable candidate will be put up to move the fire into Hartford. 2009 will be a year to remember.

Delays

Hey everyone-

I apoligize for the lack of posts over the past week or so. It is finals time in the world of college students, so as soon as they are done, the CTYR blog will be back in all its glory.

In the mean time, please remember that the CTYR Holiday party is this Thursday, Dec. 18 at the Hardware City Tavern in New Britain (136 Main Street) at 6pm.

We ask that you bring one unwrapped gift for Toys for Tots and we'll all have some fun and do some good.


Be patient and all will return...