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Special Interest Money Limit Measure Qualifies
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| An initiative to limit special interest campaign contributions has qualified for the November 2012 ballot.
The measure would ban corporate and labor contributions to candidates and prohibit political contributions through payroll deductions.
The Stop Special Interest Money Now Act "seeks to end the toxic pay-for-play politics by which corporations and unions corrupt politicians in Sacramento and throughout California's cities and counties," according to the measure's campaign.
Long-time Californian and former U.S. Secretary of State George Shultz has joined a growing coalition of taxpayers, good government advocates and business leaders in support of the initiative, which will fundamentally reform the state's campaign finance system.
"The Stop Special Interest Money Now Act is a vital step toward reforming California's dysfunctional political system. This initiative gets to the heart of one of the most corrosive elements in politics: campaign contributions," said Shultz.
"For too long, special interest money has dominated our politics, muting the voice of average Californians. So often a law is passed not because it's good for California, but because it will benefit one well-heeled campaign contributor or another. Politicians have become less responsive to the people and far too concerned with their contributors. Stop Special Interests will reform corrupt pay-for-play politics in our state."
The California Labor Federation complains that "This measure would severely restrict union members in both the public and private sector from having a voice in our political process. Every union in California would be impacted."
In fact, the measure doesn't restrict union members. It just assures that their money can't be taken through payroll deduction and can't be taken without their consent.
You can read the text of the initiative here. To learn more about the initiative or to endorse it, visit the Stop Special Interest Money Now campaign website.
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| January, 2012 | Luis Buhler, Publisher |
2012 Presidential Campaign
Welcome to Presidential Primary Season.
Congratulations to Mitt Romney on his win in the Iowa Caucuses on Tuesday. Next up is the New Hampshire Primary on Tuesday, January 10. Then South Carolina on January 21 and Florida on January 31.
You can find a complete list of Republican primaries and caucuses by clicking here. There are still many opportunities to hear the remaining candidates in live TV debates. For a list of upcoming debates, click here.
Improvements to BayAreaGOP.com
We have added valuable resources to our Voter Guide page, including links to information on local, state and federal candidates, campaign contributions, ballot measures, Presidential debate schedules, and each State's Presidential Primary data. You will also find links to political blogs, polls and news stories. We will continue to update these links so that our readers can find comprehensive election information all in one location.
Bay Area GOP Events
As always you can find a current list of Bay Area GOP events below.
And you can always find the latest updated event list on our home page at www.BayAreaGOP.com.
We welcome your feedback on our new features and format. Please send your comments to Luis@BayAreaGOP.com.
Best regards, Luis
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Events
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Silicon Valley RWF Luncheon with Rosemary Hernandez
Thursday, January 5, 2012 - 11:30 am
Blue Pheasant Restaurant, 22100 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino
The Silicon Valley Republican Women Federated present Rosemary Hernandez, EA, CFP. She has been an Enrolled Agent for over 30 years. Topic: "Questions and Answers About Taxes". Find out more ...
  Lincoln Club Annual Dinner with Governor Jeb Bush
Monday, January 9, 2012 - 6:30 pm
Carolands Chateau, Hillsborough
The Lincoln Club Annual Dinner with Governor Jeb Bush will be held at the private and historic Carolands Chateau in Hillsborough, honoring Lincoln Club Members Secretary George Shultz and Charles Munger, Jr. Find out more ...
 Congressional Candidate Ricky Gill Breakfast with Gov. Jeb Bush
Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 7:30 am
GAP Headquarters, 2 Folsom Street, San Francisco
Doris Fisher and Charlotte and Secretary George Shultz will host an event for Congressional candidate Ricky Gill who is running in the 9th CD. Find out more ...
New Hampshire Republican Primary
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
New Hampshire
Number of Delegates: 12. The polls close between 3-5pm Pacific Time if you wish to follow the returns.
Solano County RP Gala Dinner Dance Celebration with Mark Williams
Saturday, January 14, 2012 - 6:00 pm
Jelly Belly, One Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield
Chef James Aptakin and the Jelly Belly invite you to come and celebrate the Grand Opening of the headquarters with a delicious dinner and celebration for the Solano Republican Party. Featured speaker: Mark Williams, veteran radio talk host and television commentator. Find out more ...
 Novato RWF Lunch with Kevin McGary
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 11:00 am
Marin Country Club, 500 Country Club Drive, Novato
The Novato Republican Women Federated present Kevin McGary, President of the Frederick Douglass Foundation of California. Find out more ...
  Pacific Research Institute Book Launch with Author Sally C. Pipes
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 6:00 pm
Pacific Research Institute, One Embarcadero, Suite 350, San Francisco
The Pacific Research Institute will host a reception with author Sally C. Pipes, featuring her book "The Pipes Plan: The Top Ten Ways to Dismantle and Replace ObamaCare". Find out more ...
 SVARW Townhall with County Supervisor Mike Wasserman
Wednesday, January 18, 2012 - 9:00 am
La Rinconada Country Club, 14595 Clearview Drive, Los Gatos
The Silicon Valley Association of Republican Women will host a Townhall Breakfast meeting with Santa Clara County Supervisor Mike Wasserman as the featured speaker. Find out more ...
SFRA 2012 Kickoff Dinner with S.F. Fire Chief Joanne Hayes-White
Wednesday, January 18, 2012 - 6:00 pm
San Francisco Italian Athletic Club, 1630 Stockton Street, San Francisco
 The San Francisco Republican Assembly hosts San Francisco Fire Chief Joanne Hayes-White, a native of San Francisco, graduate of Mercy H.S, and Santa Clara University. Find out more ...
 West Valley Republican Women Lunch with Deborah La Fetra
Thursday, January 19, 2012 - 11:30 am
Holder's Country Inn, 998 So. De Anza Blvd., San Jose
Please join the West Valley Republican Women to hear Deborah La Fetra from Pacific Legal Foundation. Ms. La Fetra is a principal attorney, directing Pacific Legal Foundation's Free Enterprise Project. Find out more ...
South Carolina Republican Primary
Saturday, January 21, 2012
South Carolina
Number of Delegates: 25. The polls close at 4 pm Pacific Time.
CFRW Northern Division Leadership Workshop
Saturday, January 21, 2012 - 8:30 am
Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova, 11211 Point East Drive, Rancho Cordova, California
The California Federation of Republican Women Northern Division hosts its 2012 Leadership Seminar. Featuring specialized break-out sessions for presidents and other officers. Theme: Republican Women Leading the Way. Find out more ...
Santa Rosa RWF Present Judge Gary Medvigy
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 - 11:15 am
Fountain Grove Golf & Athletic Club, 1525 Fountain Grove Parkway, Santa Rosa
Join the Santa Rosa Republican Women Federated for their monthly luncheon meeting featuring Sonoma County Superior Court Judge Gary Medvigy. Find out more ...
 Marin RWF Speaker Luncheon with Arie Lipnick
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 - 11:30 am
The Club at McInnis Park, 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael
Marin Republican Women Federated monthly meeting with speaker Arie Lipnick. He is the California Regional Director of the Republican Jewish Coalition. Find out more ...
 Blackhawk RWF Meeting featuring Frank Aquila
Thursday, January 26, 2012 - 5:30 pm
Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr, Danville
The Blackhawk Republican Women Federated are pleased to present Frank Aquila. He has written the book Sarah Palin: Out of Nowhere, which discusses the selection of Governor Sarah Palin to be the vice-presidential nominee in 2008. Find out more ...
SMGOP Presidential Debate
Thursday, January 26, 2012 - 6:30 pm
San Mateo American Legion Hall, 130 South Blvd., San Mateo
The San Mateo County Republican Party cordially invites you to a special Presidential Candidate Debate featuring SMGOP Republicans portraying the Republican Candidates. Find out more ...
Florida Republican Primary
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Florida
Number of Delegates: 50. The polls close at 4 pm Pacific Time.
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Calendar
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Republican Presidential Primary Debate on ABC - New Hampshire
Saturday, January 7, 2012 - 6:00 pm Saint Anselm College, Manchester, New Hampshire ABC's Diane Sawyer and George Stephanopoulos will moderate a Republican Presidential Debate just prior to the New Hampshire Primary. Find out more ...
Sunday, January 8, 2012 - 6:00 am
Chubb Theatre, Concord, New Hampshire
The NBC News Facebook Debate on "Meet the Press," moderated by David Gregory, will take place on Sunday morning. Find out more ...
SFGOP Central Committee General Meeting
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 6:30 pm
Hiram Johnson State Building (downstairs meeting rooms), 455 Golden Gate Avenue (between Polk and Larkin), San Francisco
Monthly meetings are usually held the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, but January's meeting was rescheduled. They frequently have a featured speaker.
Santa Clara County Republican Party Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 7:00 pm
Santa Clara County Administration Building, 70 W. Hedding Street (at First Street), San Jose
Details: The monthly meeting of the Santa Clara County Republican Party. Questions? Contact HQ at director@svgop.com or 408-246-6600.
San Mateo County GOP Committee Meeting
Thursday, January 12, 2012 - 7:00 pm
San Mateo American Legion Hall, 130 South Blvd., San Mateo
Join the San Mateo County Republican Party for their monthly committee meeting.
West Valley RWF "After Five" Meeting
Monday, January 16, 2012 - 5:30 pm
Sonoma Chicken Coop, 200 E. Campbell Ave., Campbell
The West Valley Republican Women Federated will host an "After Five" meeting. Find out more ...
Republican Presidential Primary Debate on Fox News
Monday, January 16, 2012 - 6:00 pm
Convention Center, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Fox News and the Republican Party of South Carolina will co-host a debate in South Carolina. The debate will begin at 9 pm ET. Find out more ...
Alameda County Republican Central Committee Meeting
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 6:30 pm
Alameda County Republican Headquarters, 1039 MacArthur Blvd., San Leandro
Meetings occur every third Tuesday of the month. The meetings start at 6:30 PM, but there is time to socialize beforehand. They are currently open to all Republican voters in Alameda County, but only Members may vote. These meetings are a great opportunity to meet many of the involved volunteers.
Sonoma County GOP Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 18, 2012 - 7:00 pm
1421 Guerneville Road, Santa Rosa
Join the Sonoma County Republican Central Committee for their monthly meeting.
North Sonoma County Republican Club Luncheon
Thursday, January 19, 2012 - 11:30 am
Adel's Restaurant, 198 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg
Join the North Sonoma County Republican Club for their quarterly luncheon meeting. Lunch is purchased off the menu and no RSVP is required.
Republican Presidential Primary Debate on CNN
Thursday, January 19, 2012 - TBD
Charleston, So. Carolina
CNN and the Southern Republican Leadership Conference will co-host a debate. Air time is to be determined.
Republican Presidential Primary Debate on NBC Monday, January 23, 2012 - TBD
University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
The St. Petersburg Times, NBC News, the National Journal and the Florida Council of 100 will co-host a debate. Air time is to be determined.
Republican Presidential Primary Debate on CNN
Thursday, January 26, 2012 - TBD
Jacksonville, Florida
The Hispanic Leadership Network will join CNN, CNN en Espaņol, and The Republican Party of Florida as a co-sponsor for a Republican Presidential debate.
Marin County Republican Central Committee Meeting with Endorsements
Thursday, January 26, 2012 - 7:00 pm
Jason's Restaurant, Community Room, 300 Drakes Landing Road, Greenbrae
Usually the last Thursday of the month. Contact: 415-446-4111. In January, endorsement of Congressional and Assembly District Candidates will be considered. |
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Friday-Sunday, February 24-26, 2012 Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport, 1333 Bayshore Highway, Burlingame The California Republican Party's state convention. Contact the hotel by Friday, February 3 to reserve rooms at the discounted rate. Find out more ...
The Republican National Convention meets to select the candidate for president.
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