Email from Massachusetts Republican Party     RTC SPOTLIGHT: A Night of Republican Unity at the Franklin Lincoln Dinner   On the evening of February 12th—Abraham Lincoln’s birthday—more than 100 Republicans and Independents from across Massachusetts gathered at La Cantina Winery in Franklin for a powerful Lincoln Dinner, honoring the life and legacy of America’s 16th president. Bringing together local Republican Town Committees (RTCs), state committee members, and elected officials, the event celebrated Lincoln’s enduring principles of unity, freedom, and opportunity. The evening featured Worcester County Sheriff Lew Evangelidis as the keynote speaker, alongside remarks from Republican leaders on Lincoln’s impact and the importance of grassroots activism. "This dinner is not just about history—it’s about continuing Lincoln’s work by standing for liberty, personal responsibility, and a government that truly represents the people," said Dashe Videira, Chair of the Franklin Republican Town Committee. A Strong Showing of Republican Leadership The event saw representation from nine RTCs, demonstrating the strength of our grassroots network: ✅ Bellingham ✅ Foxboro ✅ Franklin ✅ Medway ✅ Milford ✅ Needham ✅ Wrentham ✅ Sandwich ✅ Barnstable In addition to the RTCs, several state committee members and elected officials attended: State Committee Members: 🔹 Amanda Peterson, State Committeewoman (Norfolk, Worcester & Middlesex) & Secretary of the MassGOP 🔹 Leanne Harris, State Committeewoman (Middlesex & Norfolk) 🔹 Ryan Chamberland, State Committeeman (Worcester & Hampden) Elected Officials: 🔹 Michael Chaisson (1st Bristol District) 🔹 Marcus Vaughn (9th Norfolk District) 🔹 Mike Soter (8th Worcester District) 🔹 Steven Xiarhos (5th Barnstable District) Building Momentum for the Future The Lincoln Dinner was a testament to the strength and unity of Massachusetts Republicans, sparking engaged discussions on how to advance the values Lincoln championed. This success would not have been possible without the dedication of our Republican Town Committees, State Committee members, volunteers, and local supporters, whose efforts created a meaningful and inspiring gathering. As attendees departed, the message was clear: Lincoln’s legacy is alive and well, and Massachusetts Republicans are ready to lead. 👉 If your RTC is hosting an event that deserves to be in the spotlight, let us know! Together, we are building a stronger, more engaged Republican movement in Massachusetts.   Support the MassGOP Today!   MassGOP | Visit our website   Massachusetts Republican Party | 85 Merrimac Street, Suite 505 | Boston, MA 02114 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice