What a great event we had Monday night! 

Thanks to everyone who contributed to make it so special. Thanks to our amazing officers and members! Thanks to the CRW of Northeast Georgia for all they did as well! 

Thanks to the Gwinnett GOP, the sponsors who helped underwrite the event (Insurance Commissioner Ralph Hudgens, Mr. Isa Guven, Senator Josh McKoon, Senator David Shafer, and Rep. David Clark) and everyone else who attended! 

If you couldn't be there, here is Heidi's address to our club:

https://vimeo.com/146003790

Senate vote scheduled for tomorrow on S.2146 that would END SANCTUARY JURISDICTIONS:

Tell your Senators to vote YES

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has scheduled a procedural vote for tomorrow (10/20) at 2:15 p.m. on Sen. David Vitter's S.2146 that would help end sanctuary policies! Sixty votes are needed to bring the bill to the Senate floor for debate.
Since the tragic death of Kate Steinle in July made national headlines, the Senate has yet to take action against the 340 jurisdictions that ignore requests from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to hold or notify the release of criminal aliens. Sen. Vitter's bill would block certain federal law enforcement grants if these jurisdictions continue to ignore ICE.

S.2146 would:
•Block certain federal grants to sanctuary jurisdictions and reallocate those funds to jurisdictions that cooperate with ICE
•Require the Department of Homeland Security to compile and make public a list of sanctuary jurisdictions
•Protect local police from lawsuits while they carry out ICE detainer requests
•Increase penalties for illegal re-entry, including mandatory 5-year sentencing for certain serious and repeat offenders

CAPITOL SWITCHBOARD -- 888-995-2086
Please call the toll-free number we've provided above that will connect you with the Capitol Switchboard. When the operator answers, you can ask for your Senator's office.

Once connected with your Senator's office, please tell the staffer that you want the Senator to end Sanctuary Jurisdictions by voting YES on S.2146. 

FYI...

Second Amendment Celebration

October 24th event at Wild Bills

is CANCELLED.

--- 
Fellow Republicans,

Due to extenuating circumstances, the Georgia Republican Party is canceling the 2nd Amendment Celebration scheduled for later this month.

We appreciate the widespread support for this event and for the Party's efforts to protect our Constitutional Rights. We hope everyone will continue to support the GAGOP by participating in the Great American Gun Raffle, which ends on October 24. Click HERE to purchase your raffle ticket.

With your help, we can push back against President Obama's gun control agenda and preserve our 2nd Amendment Rights for generations to come.
Thanks again for your strong support. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Sincerely,

John Padgett
Chairman
Georgia Republican Party

Following is our Open Letter to Senator Johnny Isakson (also sent to Senator David Perdue) from CRW/NA regarding the pending Obama lifetime appointment of Dax Lopez as federal judge here in Georgia.

As you may know, Dax Lopez was a long-time board member of GALEO, an organization whose mission it is to subvert our immigration law, lobbying for non-compliance and non-enforcement. How can we possibly sit by and appoint someone for life to INTERPRET the law, when he has already revealed his desire to subvert it? We believe our two Georgia U.S. Senators have it within their power to stop this if they want to. We (ALL of us) need to write letters to them to urge them to do so. Please join our club in adding your voice to this critical common sense, rule-of-law issue.

Dear Senator Isakson,                                                            Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Re: President Obama’s nomination for federal judge, Dax Lopez

As dedicated conservatives and active Republicans, we write to express our fervent and well-informed objection to further consideration of President Obama’s nomination for federal judge in the Northern District of Georgia.

We hope and trust that you will agree with our executive board that, because of his long-time support and service to the anti-enforcement, activist immigration corporation, GALEO, Dax Lopez has disqualified himself for becoming a federal judge.

As we trust you are aware, GALEO has a long and easily documented history of actively lobbying against enforcement of our battered immigration laws, against common sense voter ID laws, against local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities and for instate tuition for illegal aliens. GALEO also serves as a well-funded community organizer/lobbyist for a repeat of the 1986 amnesty for illegal aliens. These are only a few of the decidedly leftist causes this organization has pursued.

While unabashedly vocalizing his “support for their mission,” nominee Dax Lopez served on the GALEO board of directors for eleven years, as treasurer and as keynote speaker at GALEO fundraisers while lending his name and prestige as a state court current judge to the GALEO mission and agenda. This includes GALEO joining with the ACLU to sue in federal court to overturn state statutes aimed at protecting Georgians from the ravages of the crimes of illegal employment and illegal immigration.

The role of the judiciary is to interpret the law; yet, by word and deed, Dax Lopez has presented every indication that he is willing to assist in subverting and overturning laws with which he apparently does not agree. We also note that Lopez resigned from his position with GALEO only after his his nomination to the federal bench.

This history should disqualify his nomination from advancing to consideration by the Senate Judiciary Committee.

We respectfully ask that you use your authority to terminate consideration of Dax Lopez for the federal bench.

By a unanimous vote,

The Executive Board of Conservative Republican Women of North Atlanta

President: Kathy Stahlman Hildebrand
Past President: Kathy Statham
Dir of Programs: Judy Craft
Recording Sec: Sara Salsbury
Corresponding Sec: Tanya Ditty
Treasurer: Vanessa Green

OPEN LETTER TO SHERIFF BUTCH CONWAY:

Please see the letter below.  

We, the Executive Board of Conservative Republican Women of North Atlanta, wanting to show our support and appreciation for Sheriff Butch Conway and the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Department, wrote the following letter in order to balance and counter the recent unfounded attacks against him.  We tried to do so in a way that did not escalate the rhetoric, but simply demonstrated our gratitude for the conduct and service of our law enforcement here in Gwinnett and across the nation.

Sheriff Butch Conway                                                                                    October 13, 2015

Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Department

2900 University Parkway NE

Lawrenceville Ga. 30043

Dear Sheriff Conway,

We, the executive board of Conservative Republican Women of North Atlanta, are writing to affirm our support for you and for the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Department.  You, your deputies, and your staff have the support and confidence of our membership and our families in the wonderful job you do to keep us safe in Gwinnett County.  Without your commitment to duty, courage and leadership, life in our community would be much less secure.

As you know, we actively supported your wise move in 2007 to begin use of the federal 287 (g) program that has allowed you to expand your authority to identify criminal illegal immigrants (who have been charged with murder, kidnapping, rape, child molestation, drug dealing and a wide assortment of other crimes) in our county jail and report them to federal authorities. As a result, the general population of the Gwinnett jail has been reduced overall with a corresponding savings to the taxpaying people of Gwinnett, and our community is a safer place to live and raise our families.

We offer our formal “thank you” for your dedication to ALL Gwinnett citizens, and to make it clear that we affirm your recent public official reminder that “All Lives Matter.”  Our club’s mission statement affirms our belief in this sacred value of all human life, created by God in His image.  All lives, regardless of color or status -- police lives, protestor lives, unborn lives -- yes, ALL lives do indeed matter.  We need to protect and defend all life, and we thank those of you in Gwinnett County and across our nation who take up this mantle of protecting life every day, even as you often risk your own lives to do so.

We are not dismissing that there have no doubt been instances of real abuse of power in every walk of life, including law enforcement, where an individual officer has stepped over the line and caused harm to innocent life.  We deplore any such abuse, and when it happens, we support vigorous, rigorous investigation and prosecution for the guilty.  Criminal activity should be punished wherever it exists, and we believe that you, Sheriff Conway, have conducted a sheriff’s department that confirms this objective. 

We also deplore the looting, burning, violence and destruction that we’ve seen happening in our great cities across the nation.  This also is an abuse of power; indeed, many who protest peacefully, using their treasured American freedoms to do so, certainly do not want or deserve to share the guilt of those who commit these crimes.  We also deplore the abuse of power that the media exert if/when they perpetrate lies regarding the facts and details of an incident, or when they jump to conclusions before an investigation even takes place regarding these facts.

We value the truth, and applaud rigorous investigation to uncover the truth regarding each and every incident.  When that truth is discovered, we support prosecution of criminal activity, no matter who perpetrates it. This is how a nation that is governed by the rule of law behaves.  It is right and just.  And this is why we believe it is important to affirm and support our law-enforcement institutions  here in Gwinnett and across the nation.

Movements that are attacking our law enforcement with sweeping generalizations and promoting violence against them are both disheartening and destructive to our nation and to our own community. Some attempt to build distrust in those of you who serve and protect us, to marginalize you and your service to our communities, and to dismiss the danger you face every day to safeguard us. They are not about the serious task of unifying us, but rather about controversy and division.  Often fueled by emotion with a disregard of the facts, and funded by those who would profit from the resulting chaos, these movements are certainly no way to go about producing unity. 

We believe it’s time to get back to working together to keep Gwinnett safe and strong, alongside our public servants who have committed their lives to this very task.

 

With great appreciation and gratitude,

By a unanimous vote,

The Executive Board of Conservative Republican Women of North Atlanta

President:  Kathy Stahlman Hildebrand

kathy.hildebrand@yahoo.com; 404-402-7365

Past President:  Kathy Statham

Dir of Programs:  Judy Craft

Recording Sec:  Sara Salsbury

Corresponding Sec:  Tanya Ditty

Treasurer:  Vanessa Green

Action Needed
Alert from D.A. King

Please click HERE to see what you can do...
to STOP
Obama's nomination
of GALEO'S Dax Lopez
for federal judge in Georgia.

This is a lifetime appointment.

Please note that Senators Isakson and/or Perdue can stop the confirmation process anytime they want. Our goal is to apply enough pressure on them to object and end the process.

WHAT WE NEED:

Individuals to constantly call both US Senator’s offices, in DC and in Atlanta. Message: "We are watching to see if our Republican Senators will allow GALEO’s Dax Lopez to be confirmed. No, to Dax Lopez for federal judge!"

(They are keeping score on volume of calls on each side.
People should call several times a week)

Emails to both senators with similar message.

Then…

Calls to our GOP state and local officials urging them to send and make public letters in opposition to Dax Lopez as federal judge due to his association with GALEO. See the DIS blog page for letters I have posted.

NOTE: We have put enough pressure on him to make Lopez resign from GALEO last week. That merely shows his own recognition of his poor judgement in GALEO affiliation for the last 11 years and does not change the fact that he is clearly comfortable with their mission. 

*PLEASE CALL NOW!

U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson:

*WASHINGTON D.C. OFFICE
United States Senate
131 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
Tel: (202) 224-3643
Fax: (202) 228-0724

*ATLANTA OFFICE
One Overton Park
3625 Cumberland Blvd, Suite 970
Atlanta, GA 30339
Tel: (770) 661-0999
Fax: (770) 661-0768

U.S. Senator David Perdue:

* 383 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
Phone: (202) 224-3521
Fax: (202) 228-1031

* STATE OFFICES
191 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 3250
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404-865-0087
Fax: 404-865-0311

COME JOIN US!

We hope you've enjoyed your little summer break from politics,
but now it's time to re-engage and get busy!

Special August CRW Meeting

Our Annual SALAD SUPPER!
August 17th ~ Magnolia Café
5175 South Old Peachtree Road, Norcross
7:00 pm

We'll count on YOU to bring either a salad or dessert.
Last Names A-H:  SALAD
Last Names I-Z:  DESSERT

Special Guest Speaker:

Martha Zoller
Well-known Radio Talk Show Host
State Policy Director at Office of U.S. Senator David Perdue

Also, don’t forget to register for Citizen Impact’s

“Defending Our Religious Liberties” Seminar

Two of our favorite legislators, Senator Josh McKoon and Representative Sam Teasley, will be speaking. You need to get to know these two men. You need to pray for them. They are fighting a difficult battle on our behalf.

Register at www.CitizenImpactUSA.org

Here's the link for more info: http://www.citizenimpactusa.org/seminar-registration.php

Just a reminder...

Traditionally, we have 
NO JULY CLUB MEETING!
Enjoy your Fourth of July Celebration
with family & friends!

And looking ahead...

AUGUST ANNUAL SALAD SUPPER!
at the Magnolia Bakery
3rd Monday of the Month
on August 17th
7:00 pm

We'll count on YOU to bring either a salad or dessert.
More to come on that later.

Special Guest Speaker:

Martha Zoller
Well-known Radio Talk Show Host
State Policy Director at Office of U.S. Senator David Perdue

Register Here for the Gwinnett County GOP

Chairman's Cookout!

https://squareup.com/market/gwinnett-republican-party

COME JOIN US!

June CRW/NA Meeting


IMPORTANT REMINDER!!!

The CRW JUNE MEETING will NOT be at the Magnolia Bakery
and will NOT be on the third Monday of the month!!
OUR JUNE MEETING WILL BE A COOKOUT AT THE CRAFT HOME!!

SATURDAY, JUNE 13^th – 5:30-7:30 pm
5600 Clinchfield Trail, Peachtree Corners, GA  30092
We will supply the burgers and drinks.  Bring a side dish and a lawn chair!
In the case of rain, the cookout will be cancelled.

...and Looking Ahead

Traditionally, we have 
NO JULY CLUB MEETING!
Enjoy your Fourth of July Celebration
with family & friends!

 Then we'll see you again at our
AUGUST ANNUAL SALAD SUPPER!
at the Magnolia Bakery,
3rd Monday of the Month, on August 17th.
Invited Guest Speaker:
Senator David Perdue

The Gwinnett GOP cordially invites you to the  Chairman's Cookout When? In lieu of the July breakfast since it falls on the 4th, we will be gathering for a good old fashioned cookout on July 11th. So make sure you mark it on your calendars. You don't want to miss this!  The time is from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  The Menu: Hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken breast, sides and a drink and desserts. Where?  The cookout will be held at McDaniel Farm Park in Duluth. This is a hidden gem in Gwinnett County. McDaniel Farm Park is a 128 acre park, a former cotton farm, that has been restored to depict a typical 1930s subsistence farm in Gwinnett County. This park includes 2.5 miles of connecting, paved multi-purpose trails, a picnic pavilion and a large informal play area. The Address: McDaniel Farm Park 3251 McDaniel Rd, Duluth, GA 30096 Why? Join us as we gather to have fun to further celebrate the United States of America and all that is great about our country. Bring your family members and friends. Please feel free to bring a side to share. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, frisbee and ball gloves.  If you  have any questions, contact any member of the Gwinnett GOP Executive Board.  Don't delay in registering! Space is limited for this evening of old fashioned fun!

Cost: Adults: $10.00 Children under 16: $5.00 Ages 3 and under: Free! REGISTER TODAY BY CLICKING HERE!!!

I haven't heard from many of you on this yet. 

Will YOU be able to help out?

If so, please give Kathy Hildebrand a call

at 404-402-7365.

THANKS!

A Call for Baked Goods!

...this Thursday or Friday
(no later than 10 am Friday)

 

We are asking our CRW/NA MEMBERS
to come through with lots of BAKED GOODS
for the GOP Bake Sale
at the
Relay for Life,
Gwinnett Fairgrounds this Friday, May 8th!

 

If YOU are able to BAKE
some muffins, brownies, cupcakes, a cake, a pie, any sort of sweet temptation,

please let us know, and get it to either of these two people*
sometime between this Thursday after noon and Friday by 10:00 am. (May 7-8)

(It would be best to contact either one to arrange a time to deliver to her home.)

*Kathy Hildebrand:  2113 Waterway Lane, Snellville - kathy.hildebrand@yahoo.com
*Judy Craft:  5600 Clinchfield Trail, Peachtree Corners - judy.craft@comcast.net

If you bake individual items (muffins, cupcakes, brownies), it would be helpful (but not necessary) if you wrap individually.
If you bake a cake or pie, etc. to sell whole, just be sure it's on a disposable plate/platter.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!
HOPING TO HEAR FROM YOU!
from Kathy S. Hildebrand
404-402-7365
 

Help Pete’s Patriots Fight Cancer at Relay for Life

by Gwinnett GOP

Dear Friends,

In the weeks and months to come, many of you will volunteer for the presidential candidate of your choice and fight the good fight in hoping that person prevails. After the primaries we will all come together and support whoever the nominee is to take back the White House.

Today I’m asking you to come together for another cause. That cause is fighting the good fight against cancer. We have a team in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. Our team is called Pete’s Patriots. So named after Pete Dingleday, a Navy veteran and activist in the Gwinnett GOP that lost his fight against cancer. Even in the adversity of his own illness, Pete was a fighter till the very end.

Our team will be participating in the Relay for Life event at the Gwinnett Fairgrounds on May 8th. In raising funds for this event, we have a great opportunity to increase the donations received. Until this upcoming Saturday morning at 6am if each of the 23 participates in our team receive a $30.00 donation, an ACS affiliate will match your donation. These extra funds are time sensitive.

I’m sure that everyone that reads this has been touched or affected by cancer in some way. I hope you’ll decide to make a difference today.
Please click the link and make a donation to fight a worthy cause. Thank you.

Rich Carithers
Chairman

Don't forget our

Monthly Prayer Conference Call

Join us for a time of corporate prayer,

led by Teresa Cantrell

Monday, 4/27

8 pm

1-605-475-6006

Access code 272-7949

Joan Zellner was an inspiration to all who knew her in her faithfulness and service to the county and state GOP.  CRW joins other Georgia Republicans in a desire to honor her memory.

7th District GOP Joan Zellner Memorial Dinner

April 17th, 2015
6-:00-10:00 PM
Location: The 1818 Club
6500 Sugarloaf Parkway (Gwinnett Chamber building)
Duluth GA 30096
Make reservations here.

COME JOIN US!

April CRW Meeting

April 20th ~ Magnolia Café
5175 South Old Peachtree Road, Norcross
Refreshments - 7:00 pm; Meeting starts at 7:30 pm.

SPEAKERS:

Tim Echols - Public Service Commissioner:
“Challenges Facing Georgia’s Energy Future”

Senator David Shafer
President Pro Tempore
Senate District 48

Chairman Rich Carithers

New Gwinnett GOP Chair 

Don't forget the District Convention on Saturday, April 18th!
You may register online HERE.
(as a "Guest" if you have not gone through the "Delegate" process)

YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE!
Religious Liberty Bill (SB129) Passed the Senate!
 

From Senator Ligon's Legislative Wrap-Up:
"We are fast approaching "cross-over" day, which is the last day a bill can make it to the other chamber for consideration if it is to pass this year....This urgency of getting legislation passed before the 30th day also leads many people to gather at the Gold Dome to meet with legislators or to rally together to make their voices heard. On Tuesday, for example, people of faith from all over the state gathered in the Capitol to rally for the passage of SB 129, the Georgia Religious Freedom Restoration Act. Their efforts paid off on Thursday when the Senate passed SB 129 by a vote of 37 to 15. SB 129 provides a claim or defense for those whose religious exercise has been substantially burdened by government."

And don't forget the County Conventions this Saturday!

CRW will be selling coffee and refreshments, so if you'd like to come help with our refreshment table, please contact Kathy Hildebrand at 404-402-7365 (even if you're not a convention delegate). Also, if you're not a delegate, but come as a guest, you may be able to be included as a delegate to the district and/or state conventions.