Jilian Plank, CFRW Volunteer Intern
President's Message
Dear CFRW Members,
If you attended the CRP Convention in Anaheim last weekend you would know CFRW is at "The Table". Chairman Brulte highlighted the CFRW many times when he spoke. It was my honor to introduce Kathy Brugger, NFRW President Elect at the Friday night banquet. Kathy was presented a beautiful bronze bust of President Ronald Reagan. Many thanks to the CFRW members who attended the banquet.
I was also invited to speak to the County Chairmen about supporting their local RWF clubs by joining as Associate Members, becoming Ambassadors and contributing in other ways. We are partners in this party and need to work together to further Republican causes and candidates.
Chairman Brulte assigned me to the Head Table at the Friday and Saturday night banquets. Saturday night it was my honor to sit next to Texas Governor Rick Perry. We had the opportunity to discuss the accomplishments of the CFRW. In his address he spoke about the Federation and how important we are to the CRP, and ended by stating, "The California Federation of Republican Women are the motivators." Ladies we must show this is more than just an opinion, we truly have to be motivators.
Many speakers at the convention mentioned the great work the California Federation of Republican Women are doing. When Joy Stewart, CFRW Parliamentarian and newly appointed California Republican Party Proxy/Credential Chair, was introduced, she was introduced as a Federated woman.
We also wish to thank our CFRW Advocate Volunteer Jilian Plank for filling in for our CFRW Advocate Allison Olson, who was busy having a baby. Jilian did a magnificent job of manning our CFRW Table. She and Dianna Gadberry, CFRW CRP Liaison, did a stupendous job at our CFRW Caucus. I had to be in the Rules Committee Meeting and nothing but great comments were passed on to me about the job they did. Thank you, ladies.
This truly was the weekend to be a CFRW Member.
Today is the deadline for early registration for our CFRW Biennial Convention to be held in Stockton, October 25-27, 2013. Each Club has also received the number of voting delegates allowed to vote on who will guide this organization for the next two years. Do not let any delegate’s vote be wasted by not showing up. It is your responsibility to elect a new Executive Board for 2014-15. It is your opportunity to make a difference. I understand the hotel is already at capacity, but there are hotels close by. The Comfort Inn, La Quinta, Residence Inn, and the Courtyard are all less than a mile away. Please make every effort to have your Club represented.
Friday's workshop, presented by McGeorge Law Professor and President of PIFC, Rex Frazier, will explore how power and influence operate in the California Legislature. He will examine the processes and pressures a California Legislator typically encounters prior to casting a vote in the Legislature. He will also speak about traditional advocacy skills and political strategy, which will help us advocate for or against bills.
Saturday's workshop presented by CFRW Parliamentarian Joy Stewart and former CFRW Central Division Parliamentarian Irene Maree Castillo will deal with "Ethics". The knowledge both of these ladies bring to the workshop will make attending an experience you will not want to miss.
After the Saturday workshop you will be casting your votes. Make sure you are registered if you are a delegate and be there on time to vote starting at 4:30 P.M.
YOU ARE THE BEST OF THE BEST
ONE TEAM, ONE PURPOSE, ONE GOAL.
Look forward to seeing you in two weeks.
May Our Father in Heaven continue to bless you.
Carol Hadley
CFRW President
A Step Backwards for Women’s Health Rights
On Wednesday, Governor Brown signed AB 154 (Atkins, D) into law. AB 154 will allow nurse practitioners, mid-wives and physician’s assistants to perform abortions in California. While advocates of this legislation argue there is a shortage of available physicians to perform abortions, AB 154 has no language which requires physicians to provide on-site supervision while these invasive procedures are carried out. Governor Brown and the Democrats in the Legislature seem to think it is acceptable to allow mid-level healthcare professionals to perform major surgical procedures with minimal training. By signing this bill into law, Governor Brown is taking a clear step backwards in regards to women’s heath rights and is telling women they do not need physicians to perform surgical procedures.
Chipping Away at our Second Amendment Rights!
It was announced early this afternoon that AB 48 (Skinner, D) was signed by Governor Brown. AB 48 would prohibit the manufacturing, selling, purchasing, or using of a weapon with a “large capacity magazine,” meaning any feeding device capable of more than 10 rounds. To add fire to the flame, Governor Brown signed a flurry of other anti-gun bills, including AB 711 (Rendon-D) which will ban lead ammunition for hunters by no later than 2019. Governor Brown and the Democrats in the legislature are not only making California one of the strictest gun states in the country, but are showing there blatant lack of regard for the Second Amendment. Our elected officials should be standing up for our constitutional rights, not cutting them down.
CALL GOVERNOR BROWN!
Governor Brown’s bill deadline is this Sunday, October 13th. According to the California State Constitution, the Governor has 12 days to act on legislation that is presented to him. If Governor Brown does not act within 12 days, such legislation becomes law. This means that if Governor Brown does not veto the following legislation by October 13th, it will become law. With only two days left, this is your final chance to call the Governor and tell him you do not want the following bill passed.
CONTACT GOVERNOR BROWN AND TELL HIM TO VETO THE FOLLOWING BILLS!
AB 8 (Perea, D): Would impose higher taxes on vehicle registration, tire purchases and smog abatement in order to fund the “Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program and the Air Quality Improvement Program.” It is very similar to SB 11.
HOW TO CONTACT THE GOVERNOR:
Call the Governor: (916) 445-2841
Email the Governor HERE
Post to the Governor’s Twitter @JerryBrownGov
Send the Governor an opposition letter:
Governor Jerry Brown
c/o State Capitol, Suite 1173
Sacramento, CA 95814
CFRW Convention!
Our California Federation of Republican Women’s Biennial Convention is less than two weeks away! Today is the last day to register! At convention we will be electing a new CFRW President as well as toasting our current President, Carol Hadley. This is a convention you won’t want to miss! The convention will be held at the Stockton Hilton and we have a fantastic line up of speakers. Holly Swanson of Operation Green Out! and author of SET UP & SOLD OUT will be teaching us about the political agenda of the education for sustainability movement. To secure your registration for convention by the end of today, CLICK HERE.
CORRECTION:
There is a correction that must be made to the Capitol Update sent earlier today. In regards to the legislative process, the Governor of California has 30 days, not 12, after session is concluded to veto or sign legislation into law. The deadline for action is still this Sunday, October 13th. In addition, any legislation Governor Brown does not act upon still becomes law. Apologies for the error and misinformation!
A Win for the Second Amendment!
Good news on other legislation acted upon today! Earlier, Governor Brown vetoed SB 374 (Steinberg-D), which would have banned the sale of semi-automatic rifles with detachable magazines. Although Governor Brown signed into law other anti-gun laws, the veto of SB 374 can be counted as a win! Governor Brown said he did not believe this law would decrease criminal activity, but would instead infringe upon gun-owner’s rights.
